Active individuals who are passionate about the outdoors can find their home in the Boulder Creek, California community. Nestled among the beautiful redwood forests, for which California is famous, this city is scattered with beautiful residential properties from CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS®. Our real estate agents are passionate about helping new residents enjoy the wonderful greenery, community, and sights this area of Central California has to offer. If you’re interested in learning more and possibly moving to this area of the United States, we have everything you need to make your final decision!
CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® is a real estate agency that’s passionate about helping families, individuals, and couples find the perfect home to build their lives in. Located within the San Lorenzo Valley, Boulder Creek is a small city and is the perfect, cozy home surrounded by trees. Learn more about this community and contact us at our in-town office to tour our available residential properties!
The Origins of Boulder Creek
Boulder Creek is a city that trades in the more traditional sun and surf of California for the forests and greenery of the San Lorenzo Valley and Santa Cruz Mountains. This area — which houses several family homes from CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® — has a history that started in the 1870s. The Boulder Creek Recreation & Park District reports that this city served an important role in the logging and railroad industries. The South Pacific Railroad had tracks that carried freight and passengers from the mountains to the beachside town of Santa Cruz. Essentially, Boulder Creek served an important role in the development of transportation across the State of California.
Since then, the city has grown into a prosperous rural community within Santa Cruz County, offering both residents and tourists plenty of parks and outdoor recreational activities. No matter if you’re looking for a two-, three-, or four-bedroom home, CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® can help you find the perfect property! Get even more details about this area down below!
The Statistics Behind Boulder Creek
CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® is passionate about helping our clients find the perfect place to call home. While the beautiful scenery and rural lifestyle of this area is noticeably different than larger California cities, we believe in providing potential new residents with everything they need to know. If you’re interested in touring or learning more about our available properties, contact us directly and read through some of the major need-to-know details of Boulder Creek.
Climate
For potential Boulder Creek residents that love the warm weather, the climate in this area is quite welcoming. BestPlaces reports residents and tourists can expect about 263 days of sunshine each year, when the national average is just over 200 days. While there is consistently zero snow that falls in Boulder Creek, there is an average of 36 inches of rain annually. July tends to be the hottest month with summers reaching high temperatures in the 80s, and January tends to be the coldest month with lows in the 40s. This, coupled with plentiful shade from the many trees in the area, makes Boulder Creek an ideal spot to live.
Resident Data
For CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® clients who are looking for a brand new place to live in Central California, Boulder Creek offers a comfortable and lively community. This city has a steady population of between 4,700 and 5,000 people and has a larger gap between the male and female demographics than in surrounding areas (54 percent male and 46 percent female). Boulder Creek’s median age is also about 48 years old — slightly older than other Central California communities. Anyone looking for a calmer, quieter city to live in or a comfortable location to raise a family can find a home here!
Economy
Families looking to move into the Boulder Creek community can expect to see an average individual income of about $51,000 and an average household income of over $100,000. The average unemployment rate is about eight percent with a high job growth prediction rate. In short, residents of Boulder Creek can expect to live comfortably — just an hour southwest of San Jose and about 30 minutes from the coastal beaches.
CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® is excited to give potential new residents an overview of everything they need to know prior to moving in. Our California real estate agency is passionate about finding the perfect property for our clients to live comfortably in. Contact us directly for more information on the area and what properties are available!
Local Boulder Creek Attractions
If you’re eager to take in the wilderness and secluded beauty of Boulder Creek, CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® is proud to tell our clients about a few of the greatest attractions in this area. Boulder Creek is essentially the gateway to California’s beautiful Redwood trees, chock-full of gems that are ideal for both residents and tourists. Look through all this area of Central California has to offer and get in touch with us today to learn more about all our available properties!
Known as California’s oldest state park — established in 1902 — the Big Basin State Park is the perfect starting point for exploring the magnificent trees and the Sand Cruz Mountain views of the Boulder Creek area. This park has been designated as a California Historical Landmark, with about 18,000 acres of tall redwood trees. Both tourists and residents can take the 20-minute drive up and learn more about nature at the nearby Big Basin Nature Museum & Research Center.
While you’re exploring the wilderness just north of Boulder Creek, CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® recommends exploring the Berry Creek Falls trail. This 1.5-mile trail has beautiful views of the trees, streams, and hidden waterfalls. This trail is exceptionally popular in the summer, with hikers passing each other every few minutes.
For those interested in learning a little more about the history behind Boulder Creek, this beautiful slow-paced area of California features the San Lorenzo Valley Museum. Founded with the help of the San Lorenzo Valley Historical Society, this museum is designed to showcase artifacts, historical information, and education about the area to anyone who walks through the door.
Boulder Creek is proud to be a launching point for the Big Basin Vineyards estate, located under the view of the Stand Cruz Mountains. Farming organically and growing beautiful California grapes, this family-owned winery and vineyard hosts a tasting room right in Boulder Creek.
Get a Taste of Boulder Creek’s Restaurants
When you’re out on the town and away from home, this community has excellent selections for eating and drinking. While all our CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS® properties in Boulder Creek have beautiful home kitchens, you and your family deserve a treat every now and then. Take a look at a few of the local restaurants available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner:
- Bella’s Cafe: This locally owned cafe proudly serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch alongside delicious coffee! Lounging here on a weekend morning gives you the chance to try affordable, high-quality American fare. Our realtor recommends making this your go-to spot before you explore the town or explore the Big Basin State Park.
- Boulder Creek Pizza & Pub: If you’re away from home and need a little lunch or dinner, the Boulder Creek Pizza & Pub has a menu full of pizza, salads, sandwiches, and local beers. This local eatery was constructed out of an old movie theater and is a popular spot for locals to relax and enjoy a pint. Other features of this eater include house-made dough, an off-site garden where the fresh ingredients grow, and a separate dining room for larger parties.
- Scopazzi’s Restaurant & Lounge: For patrons looking for excellent local Italian fare, the Scopazzi’s Restaurant & Lounge in Boulder Creek is a prime location. This restaurant's building was originally a boarding house in the early 1910s for loggers, and became a popular spot during prohibition for bootlegged alcohol. However, nowadays Scopazzi’s is one of the finest eateries with an over 100-year history of serving the community.
Browse CENTURY 21 Showcase REALTORS® Boulder Creek Homes
The Boulder Creek area of California is known for being a beautiful, outdoor retreat for individuals looking to take a break from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles and other major cities. With our agency’s large collection of properties, we can help you find the perfect location to settle down and even raise a family. Schedule a tour through our local Boulder Creek office and find your next home with CENTURY 21 Showcase, REALTORS®!