About Capitola

Capitola is a beach town located in Santa Cruz County and was voted one of the best beach locations in California by Sunset Magazine. Capitola real estate is beautiful and the city’s wharf and riverside areas are commonly compared to coastal villages located on Italy’s Mediterranean coast. The city’s “Capitola Village” sits along one of Capitola’s widest beaches and is home to numerous boutiques, galleries and restaurants. Residents and visitors alike will find the accommodations they would expect to find in any classic beach town community like fishing, boating services, world class surfing, beachfronts restaurants, etc. However, Capitola also brings in some big city attractions and services to residents. The area is home to the Begonia Festival which is held every Labor Day Weekend and includes a parade with eccentric flower-draped floats and a must-see sand castle contest. The city holds an annual Art & Wine Festival, homes its own historical museum, has a public library, provides several well maintained parks, and has some of the most established neighborhoods in the county. Capitola is easily accessed by Highway 17, Highway 1, and the Santa Cruz Transit District connecting it to the nearby cities of Santa Cruz, Aptos, and as well as cities as far north as San Jose. With majestic views of the Monterey Bay and a true sense of community, Capitola real estate is highly sought after. You can use our Find An Agent search tool to get professional help with your search, or you can search Capitola homes by the city’s 95010 zip code.