229 Lighthouse Dr, Watsonville, CA, 95076
About This Home
Nestled in the highly desirable Las Brisas community, 229 Lighthouse Drive is a pristine, turnkey end-unit townhouse that perfectly blends comfort with premium positioning. Boasting 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,044 square feet of bright, beautifully updated space, the home enjoys fantastic natural light and the added privacy of fewer shared walls. Step outside to peaceful views of the community park right across the street, offering a scenic backdrop without any of the yard work. The location is incredibly convenient, with easy access to schools sitting, local shopping and restaurants, and just a quick seven-minute drive to the nearest beach. Complete with exceptionally low HOA fees, this immaculate property delivers an unbeatable combination of convenience, value, and location, making it an absolute must-see.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subType: Townhouse,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Gas Oven,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
Bathroom
- Features: ShoweroverTub1, StallShower, FullonGroundFloor
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family Room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood,Laminate
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central Forced Air Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,044
- Total interior livable area: 1,044 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 01869228000
- Zoning: Res
- Special condition: Standard
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,On Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Cruz County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,281 | $39,372 |
| Home Insurance * | $133 | $1,596 |
| Property Taxes | $703 | $8,436 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $4,515 | $54,180 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-30 | Price change | $649,000 |
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for sale | $665,000 |
| 2010-04-06 | Sold | $240,000 |
| 2010-03-15 | Price change | $249,900 |
| 2010-02-27 | Listed for sale | $245,000 |
| 2009-12-22 | Sold | $210,949 |
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