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Rio Del Mar, Santa Cruz County

Beachfront homes along Beach Drive and the Esplanade, with the neighborhoods of the hill rising behind them.

Living in Rio Del Mar

Beachfront flats and the hill above.

Below the bluff, homes sit directly on the sand of Rio Del Mar Beach at the mouth of Aptos Creek. Above it, the hill neighborhoods offer quieter streets, bay views and a short walk or drive down to the beach and the Esplanade's restaurants.

The homes

Oceanfront homes on Beach Drive, bluff-top homes with views, and family homes on the hill, some near the Aptos golf course.

Around town

  • Rio Del Mar Beach
  • The Esplanade
  • Beach Drive
  • Aptos Creek

Worth knowing

Oceanfront homes call for careful due diligence on coastal permits, storm history and insurance; we help you get those answers before contingencies expire.

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Rio Del Mar questions

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Does Desantis Realty Group work in Rio Del Mar?

Yes. Rio Del Mar is in Santa Cruz County, one of the three counties Desantis Realty Group serves. Mario Desantis (Coldwell Banker Realty, CA DRE #02119587) represents sellers, buyers, trustees and investors there.

What kinds of homes are in Rio Del Mar?

Oceanfront homes on Beach Drive, bluff-top homes with views, and family homes on the hill, some near the Aptos golf course.

What should buyers know about Rio Del Mar?

Oceanfront homes call for careful due diligence on coastal permits, storm history and insurance; we help you get those answers before contingencies expire.

How do I find out what my Rio Del Mar home is worth?

Request a home valuation on this site. The team prepares a written valuation from recent Rio Del Mar and Santa Cruz County sales and walks you through it, with no obligation.

How far is Rio Del Mar from the Desantis Realty Group office?

The office is at 5435 Scotts Valley Dr, Ste B, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. Based in Scotts Valley, a few minutes from every town on this page.