Boulder Creek Homes with River / Stream View

Welcome to Boulder Creek, California—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Santa Cruz County, where nature meets community in perfect harmony. This charming town is surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills, making it an idyllic retreat for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle. With its rich history and vibrant local culture, Boulder Creek offers residents a unique blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm.

One of the most captivating features of Boulder Creek is its stunning homes with river and stream views. Imagine waking up to the soothing sounds of flowing water and the gentle rustle of leaves, all while enjoying the picturesque landscapes from your own backyard. These properties often boast spacious decks, perfect for entertaining or simply soaking in the serene surroundings. Many homes are designed to embrace the natural beauty of the area, with large windows that invite the outdoors in.

Boulder Creek is not just about breathtaking views; it’s also a community that values connection and creativity. The town hosts various events throughout the year, including art festivals and farmers' markets, fostering a sense of belonging among residents. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby hiking trails, parks, and the iconic Big Basin Redwoods State Park, offering endless opportunities for exploration.

Whether you’re searching for a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community, Boulder Creek is a place where you can truly thrive. Come discover the magic of riverfront living and make this enchanting town your new home!

Newest Boulder Creek Homes with River / Stream View

$1,250,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82053764 MLS

315 Harmon Street, Boulder Creek. No longer a dream, this can be your reality! 2 acres and well maintained lush gardens on the year round creek side setting. This beautiful home has been loved. Amazing views from every window. Screened porch, hot tub and several areas to entertain on the decks and marshmallows by the firepit. 2 bedrooms on ground floor and primary bedroom upstairs. There is a circular drive as you approach. 2 car attached garage with attic space. End of road privacy. There is a storage/artists studio. Walking distance to town, grocery store & coffee shops. Boulder Creek Elementary School is across the street. When you see it, you'll dream about it.

315 Harmon ST, Boulder Creek

Listed by Rhonda Prunella, 408-334-8542 from CENTURY 21 Masters
(If provided) CoList: from

$399,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82051491 MLS

Contractor special in a prime Boulder Creek setting. Opportunity awaits at this creek side property just minutes from downtown Boulder Creek with easy access from Highway 9 on a recently repaved road. Set among the trees with tranquil creek views and a peaceful natural backdrop, this home offers significant upside for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their own mountain retreat. Rare opportunity to unlock the potential of a scenic creek side parcel in a sought-after Boulder Creek location. The home is in need of substantial renovation and is being sold in its present condition. Cash offers are preferred, though rehab financing may be an option. Buyers should be aware that portions of the home exhibit sloping floors, and there may be unpermitted improvements or additions. Caution is advised when touring the property, particularly around the exterior rear portions of the home. The seller prefers to leave any remaining personal property on-site, including a Ford Model A located on the property. Due to the condition of the home, buyers are encouraged to conduct all desired inspections and investigations regarding permits, condition, and suitability.

12715 Irwin WAY, Boulder Creek

Listed by Yvonne Foletta, 831-999-0925 from eXp Realty of California Inc
(If provided) CoList: Andrea Silva from eXp Realty of California Inc

$789,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82046853 MLS ⋅ Bear Creek Estates BLDG.

PRICE REDUCED! Located in Bear Creek Estates, this 1,358 sq ft home sits on a 13,852 sq ft lot . The residence offers a single level 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home The kitchen is equipped with a built-in oven, gas cooktop, dishwasher, garbage disposal, refrigerator and granite counter tops Flooring throughout combines new carpet, hardwood, and tile surfaces. The dining area next to the kitchen features a door to the roomy deck, that overlooks the babbling creek. . Additional features include high ceilings and inside laundry facilities and a a large basement for storage or possible expansion 2 car carport has garage door. Bear Creek Estates is home to the rec center with a pool, tennis and pickle ball courts and basketball court. Easy commute location off Bear Creek Road . Approximately 30 minutes to Santa Cruz and beaches or Los Gatos area.

14 Fernwood DR, Boulder Creek

Listed by Jan LaFever, 831-251-9246 from Dennis Szoke, Broker
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$680,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82045349 MLS

This beautifully designed redwood home is nestled along the San Lorenzo River in Boulder Creek. Set in the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains, this charming home blends rustic character with thoughtful design, offering a peaceful retreat just minutes from town. Inside, the spacious living and dining areas feature warm wood paneling and a cozy fireplace, creating an inviting gathering space. The primary bedroom connects to a flexible bonus room ideal for an office, nursery, or studio, while both bedrooms open onto a private deck with serene views of redwoods and lush greenery. Enjoy rare creek frontage, where the calming sounds of Boulder Creek enhance the home's tranquil setting. Located within walking distance to downtown Boulder Creek, you'll find local favorites including an organic grocery store, Joe's Bar, and Scopazzi's Restaurant. Outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby Big Basin Redwoods and Castle Rock State Parks, offering miles of scenic trails among ancient redwoods. Families also value the excellent small-town elementary school serving grades K5. With an easy commute to the Bay Area via Highway 9 or Bear Creek Road, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility, history, and accessibility, an inviting retreat in one of the Santa Cruz Mountains' most beloved communities.

12 Haven LN, Boulder Creek

Listed by Mark Von Kaenel, 408-568-6602 from KW Bay Area Estates
(If provided) CoList: Jason D'amico from KW Bay Area Estates

$925,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82040496 MLS

3 Bedrooms + BONUS ROOM! Intentionally renovated retreat! Set on a large corner lot framed by mature oaks & redwoods, this home delivers mountain lifestyle without the headaches. Wake up to peaceful birdsong & a seasonal creek running behind the property with bright natural light throughout. Bedrooms are separated for privacy. Organization lovers rejoice! The kitchen was designed for one who really cooks. Tons of counter space for dedicated cooking, prep, & baking zones. The propane stove with electric convection oven offers a variety of ways to cook up a meal. There is even soft-close cabinetry, nested drawers, & a large stainless sink overlooking the serene setting. Dedicated indoor laundry & mudroom. Below the main living space, a converted bonus room is ready for a gym, studio, or workspace. Dimmers in every room create a warm ambience when you are ready to wind down after a long day. The bones are solid too, with roof replaced in 2020. Upgraded electrical panel with generator transfer switch & EV charger in garage. Neighborhood is on public sewer, no septic. High speed Xfinity Wifi. Wide flat road with pull-through driveway & ample parking. Walk to trails & the Boulder Creek Golf Club. Easy Access to Silicon Valley & Santa Cruz via Highway 9. Come see your new home!

220 Lake DR, Boulder Creek

Listed by Bailey Copley, 831-337-8232 from Room Real Estate
(If provided) CoList: from

$60,000

ML82044076 MLS

Discover your own slice of the Santa Cruz Mountains with this pristine, bare land parcel in Boulder Creek. Nestled among the redwoods, with a creek, offering the perfect blend of rustic seclusion and modern convenience. This property provides a blank canvas for your architectural vision, and is walking distance to conveniences of downtown boulder creek. Two flat areas on Parcel for storage, Tiny home (County Ordinance 5413 12-06-2022), RV, etc. Buyer Diligence-Confirm with county planning for use. Seller may consider seller-financing.

Address not disclosed, Boulder Creek

Listed by RICK Miritz, 831-588-4528 from Miritz & Bailey Real Estate, Inc
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$949,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82043697 MLS

This magical property in the trees, 4 minutes from vibrant downtown Boulder Creek, is a transcendental mountain retreat of natural beauty and thoughtful design. Enjoy a serene lifestyle in a rustic setting with high-end amenities. BONUS! An existing mortgage of $521,000 at 3.125% may be assumable by a qualified Veteran. Enter the enchanted forest via a covered bridge and leave the world behind you. The spacious property includes a stunningly designed home, a vintage farrier's shop with workshop space and the potential for additional living space; 3 newer, purpose-built storage sheds and a greenhouse. The home's meticulous interior has many windows and skylights that invite soft forest light to pour in. The kitchen boasts a beamed ceiling, butcher-block countertops, a beverage fridge, nugget ice machine, and a cozy wood stove. The living area and kitchen open onto a spacious deck, ideal for entertaining or enjoying peaceful relaxation. Upstairs, three bedrooms have forest views, sleek built-in cabinetry and beautiful river rock baths. The half bath serves as a dog washing room with a direct connection to the outdoor dog run. There is a roomy loft for storage. The home boasts radiant-heated concrete floors throughout, a whole house generator. an EV charger and RV/boat parking.

414 Hiawatha RD, Boulder Creek

Listed by Beata Willison, 831-234-8304 from Karon Properties
(If provided) CoList: from

$699,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82036496 MLS

Price Adjustment! If you're looking for a home in the Santa Cruz mountains, without the windy roads, hills, & lots of sunshine, look no further! Just an easy 10 min from downtown BC and 2 blocks from the Golf & Country Club is this beautiful, mid-century, single level home with new double-pane picture windows in every room that provide so much natural light and stunning refurbished oak floors. Updated, open kitchen with quartz counters, new upgraded SS appliances, large island & new HVAC & AC for those warm summer days. Large living room opens to the backyard with the sounds of a babbling brook and peaceful setting ready for your vision! Plentiful side and front yard too with so much potential for your family to garden or create whatever you desire! Large primary bedroom has two closets and two large windows with renovated primary bath. The property includes an attached double car garage as well as an oversized metal, high ceiling building that will accommodate an RV on one side and a shipping container installed on the other for a secure workshop, gym, storage or maybe turn into an ADU? All at the end of a quiet, cul-de-sac. This special home will make anyone happy w/ it's sunny disposition and no-stress feel; 30 min from Santa Cruz beaches or approx 30 min to the Bay Area!

215 Moon DR, Boulder Creek

Listed by Nicole Wood, 831-234-9309 from David Lyng Real Estate
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$598,000

ML82034479 MLS

An unusual opportunity to have beautiful acreage right off the pavement. Assessors records show a cabin on the property that is no long there. Over eight and a half acres right on Bear Creek road only 3.5 miles from Boulder Creek. Featuring beautiful creek frontage below, with substantial flat open areas in sunshine and shade. Ancient logging road on the property runs parallel to bear creek road descending towards the creek. Many redwoods, madrone fir and oak. Barely a mile from Bear Creek Estates and the swim and tennis park. 20 minutes to hwy. 17 Build your dream home or Family compound ranch, close to everything.

17000 Bear Creek RD, Boulder Creek

Listed by Gordon Rudy, 408-316-5975 from Schwarzbach Associates
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$599,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82018893 MLS

This unique and beautiful Boulder Creek residence nestled on a spacious 1/3 acre view lot make property irresistible. This home features two bedrooms, including the primary bedroom on the ground floor with exterior entrance and two full bathrooms with updated amenities such as stall showers, trplaced floor and countertop.. The kitchen is well-equipped, boasting modern appliances including a gas oven range, replaced dishwasher, sink and faucet perfect for culinary enthusiasts. Enjoy hardwood flooring throughout the living areas adding warmth and elegance to the space. Cozy up in the living room with the forced air heating and new woodstove with stunning creek-side views through the huge picture windows. Dining options include a breakfast bar and a dining area. A lovely, private deck leads to a bonus room great for office, sitting room, family room - includes laundry room. Storage on lower level. San Lorenzo Valley School District, easy walk to coffee in town, good commute location.

13680 Big Basin WAY, Boulder Creek

Listed by Cynthia Lester, 831-234-0107 from CENTURY 21 Masters
(If provided) CoList: Linda Golling from CENTURY 21 Masters

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