BIXBY Realty

BIXBY Realty At Bixby Realty we bring a fresh and innovative approach to real estate in coastal California.

JUST LISTED!6034 Thurber Ln - Santa Cruz CA - $2,099,000🛏️ 3 bed🛁 2.5 bath📐 2,753 sq ft interior🌳 4.86 acres lotImagine ...
05/09/2025

JUST LISTED!

6034 Thurber Ln - Santa Cruz CA - $2,099,000

🛏️ 3 bed
🛁 2.5 bath
📐 2,753 sq ft interior
🌳 4.86 acres lot

Imagine waking up to the ocean breeze, walking through your own redwood groves before lunch, and taking Zoom calls from your sun-drenched home office. This custom Spanish-style artisan retreat sits on nearly 5 acres in Santa Cruz Gardens, offering breathtaking forest and wilderness views that make you feel as if you're floating above the treetops. The expansive open floor plan is anchored by a stunning, recently remodeled kitchen - one of the most beautiful and functional spaces you'll find - featuring a 6-person island, high-end fixtures, a dedicated beverage station, and a thoughtfully designed baking station. The private ground floor master bedroom wing offers a peaceful retreat, set apart from the rest of the home for added serenity. A flexible office area can serve as a playroom or be converted into a 4th bedroom. Outdoor living shines with a large private patio for entertaining, raised garden beds, and direct access to scenic Chaminade trails. Walk to Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary, reach the beach in 10 minutes, and enjoy quick access to shopping, Dominican Hospital, and Hwy 1 in just 35 minutes. Live where others vacation - this is life in Santa Cruz, where you don't have to choose between career and lifestyle.




JUST LISTED!320 Grant St - Santa Cruz CA - $1,699,000🛏️ 3 bed🛁 2.5 bath📐 1,740 sq ft interior🌳 5,837 sq ft lotDiscover a...
04/30/2025

JUST LISTED!

320 Grant St - Santa Cruz CA - $1,699,000

🛏️ 3 bed
🛁 2.5 bath
📐 1,740 sq ft interior
🌳 5,837 sq ft lot

Discover a rare gem in downtown Santa Cruz—a modern barn-style new build packed with high-end features. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home boasts a sleek metal roof, Kebony and metal siding, and Marvin fiberglass/wood windows, including a 16-ft sliding glass door. The first floor features polished concrete, while the second has Kahrs hardwood. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a large redwood deck, turf yard with sprinkler, raised garden beds, an outdoor shower, and a propane fire pit. Energy-efficient touches include solar panels with battery storage, mineral wool insulation for soundproofing, a Lunos HRV system, all-LED dimmable lighting, and energy-efficient mini-split cassette units for customized heating and cooling. The chef’s kitchen features an induction cooktop, Caesarstone countertops, KitchenAid appliances, and handcrafted Fireclay and Heath tile. Thoughtful extras include a board-formed concrete front fence, solid core interior doors, Google Nest detectors, motorized roller shades, and an EV charger. A rare blend of sustainability, luxury, and modern design in an unbeatable location!

Discover more about this incredible house via the link below:
www.320grant.com






04/18/2025

OPEN HOUSE – THIS SATURDAY!

📍 2805 Center St – Soquel CA
🕐 Saturday | 1–3 PM

Come experience the backyard everyone’s talking about—and the home that truly has it all.

JUST LISTED!50 Margarita Rd - La Selva Beach CA - $1,349,000🛏️ 3 bed🛁 2 bath📐 1,451 sq ft interior🌳 8,407 sq ft lotNestl...
02/13/2025

JUST LISTED!

50 Margarita Rd - La Selva Beach CA - $1,349,000

🛏️ 3 bed
🛁 2 bath
📐 1,451 sq ft interior
🌳 8,407 sq ft lot

Nestled in the serene community of La Selva Beach, this beautifully upgraded home offers modern comfort in a stunning coastal setting. Featuring new appliances, dual-pane windows, and upgraded flooring, its move-in ready and designed for relaxation. Just a five-minute walk to the private La Selva Beach, you'll have easy access to miles of pristine shoreline, surf spots, and scenic walking trails. Beyond the beach, the homes views of the lush gulch create a peaceful "mountain-forest" ambiance offering the best of both worlds: coastal living with a tranquil, nature-filled retreat. The vibrant community features a library, clubhouse, church, and four parks, all within walking distance. With development restrictions preserving its natural beauty, La Selva Beach remains an exclusive and picturesque getaway. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise where every day feels like a retreat!

Discover more about this incredible home via the links below:
Live Love Santa Cruz - https://youtu.be/iZ4EoTN9sRY
Bixby Realty - https://youtu.be/IWYvTH8xwMc




SOLD!📍481 Cascade Way - Salinas CAAnother successful transaction closed!✨ Listed at $829,000🤩 Sold for $843,000This outs...
12/05/2023

SOLD!

📍481 Cascade Way - Salinas CA

Another successful transaction closed!
✨ Listed at $829,000
🤩 Sold for $843,000

This outstanding property in the heart of a vibrant Salinas neighborhood is now off the market. Congratulations to my client, the seller of this lovely home. Working with you has been a true pleasure throughout this journey. A warm welcome to the new owners. May your new home bring you great joy as you begin on this exciting new chapter of your life.

📞 If you are thinking about buying or selling a home, please do not hesitate to contact me. I would be delighted to assist you in finding your dream home or selling your current home. 🤝🤝

𝗕𝗿𝗶 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗹
REALTOR®/Broker + Owner
Bixby Realty
831.200.6338
[email protected]
DRE # 01977946

www.bixbyrealty.com

In a slow real estate market, buyers and sellers need to employ different tactics. In addition to doing extensive resear...
11/15/2023

In a slow real estate market, buyers and sellers need to employ different tactics. In addition to doing extensive research and being patient, buyers should look at houses that have been on the market for some time and be ready to negotiate with confidence.

It is essential for Sellers to list their home with competitive pricing and be open to negotiating and providing creative incentives. It's critical to choose an agent that will meticulously market your home and make sure all of the material is flawlessly presented across the internet.

A trustworthy Realtor's experience can help both sides by navigating tricky situations and securing favorable deals, which expedites the transaction process.



716 California St - Santa Cruz CA.This was a home that I bought before the pandemic and spent over two years remodeling....
10/23/2023

716 California St - Santa Cruz CA.

This was a home that I bought before the pandemic and spent over two years remodeling. It was a Historic, so the windows alone took over a year for a permit. Things don’t move super fast on the coast of California in the planning department! We did submit a full set of plans and change the floorplan into a magnificent four bedroom California bungalow. It was a very long and tedious process, but the end result made everything worth it.

When you are thinking about remodeling, just remember, it usually always takes longer than you expect. Be prepared to have the project snowball as well as you find out what’s actually behind walls as there may be other things that need to be replaced once you start.

Modern “Great” Room | A Strong Selling PointArchitecture has changed so much in the past four decades. There are so many...
09/07/2023

Modern “Great” Room | A Strong Selling Point

Architecture has changed so much in the past four decades. There are so many houses in our area that were built in the mid to late 1900’s and have too many interior walls in the kitchen/dining/living common area. A house with a great room can significantly influence how appealing a home is to potential buyers. Whether you do a huge remodel and remove a wall, or you buy a house of a great room, your house will have a much higher resale value if it has a great room.

Quick tips for a modern great room: For elegance, mix neutral colors, geometric patterns, and organic curves. Choose eco-friendly decor and materials. Take into account the size of the space, add a rug for definition and warmth, select comfortable furniture, and add enough lighting for ambiance.

Here are four ways to determine the value of your home:1) Talk to a REALTOR. You can get assistance from a REALTOR in es...
08/25/2023

Here are four ways to determine the value of your home:

1) Talk to a REALTOR. You can get assistance from a REALTOR in estimating your home's worth. They can assist you in comparing your house to recent sales of properties that are comparable to yours because they have access to the most recent market data.

2) Get an appraisal. An appraisal may not always accurately reflect what a ready and willing buyer will offer for your home if it’s a rising or falling market or you aren’t already in contract with a purchase price. An appraisal is based on an evaluation of your home's condition and features, and most recent sales of similar properties. But it may not take into consideration other things like market trends.

3) Use an online home value estimator. These tools evaluate the worth of your house using public information and algorithms. Unfortunately, they may use comps that are in different neighborhoods or have a different condition than yours. They are not as precise.

4) Compare recent sales. However, keep in mind that the market and the condition of your house may result in a valuation that is greater or lower than those transactions.

I’d love to get you a free home estimate and talk to you about the timing of selling your home. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need any assistance with your real estate endeavors!






𝗕𝗿𝗶 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗹
REALTOR®/Broker + Owner
Bixby Realty
📲 831.200.6338
📧[email protected]
DRE # 01977946

www.bixbyrealty.com

Here are some guidelines to help you establish a reasonable budget when purchasing a home.1. Consider your income and ex...
07/22/2023

Here are some guidelines to help you establish a reasonable budget when purchasing a home.

1. Consider your income and expenses. How much money do you make every month? What percentage of your income do you spend on needs? Once you understand your income and costs, you can begin to calculate how much you can afford to pay on a mortgage.

2. Make use of a mortgage calculator. There are several online mortgage calculators available to assist you in estimating your monthly mortgage payments. These calculators can help you figure out how much you can afford to spend on a house.

3. Consult a REALTOR. It is vital since they have extensive knowledge about the local market. They provide vital information into housing trends, property valuations, financing options, and can assist you in finding homes according to your budget. They also educate you on costs such as property taxes, insurance, and maintenance fees.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need any assistance with your real estate endeavors!



𝗕𝗿𝗶 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗹
REALTOR®/Broker + Owner
Bixby Realty
📲 831.200.6338
📧[email protected]
DRE # 01977946

www.bixbyrealty.com

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227 Lower Walden Road
Carmel, CA
93923

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