Capitola Esplanade, Capitola, CA
Capitola Esplanade — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Capitola Esplanade, Capitola, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.
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Capitola Esplanade Neighborhood Overview
The Capitola Esplanade is a prime coastal neighborhood in the city of Capitola, California. This sought-after area is characterized by its proximity to the beach and Capitola Village, offering a quintessential California coastal lifestyle. The market data reflects a high-demand location, with a median home value of $878,200.
The housing market in Capitola Esplanade presents a mix of ownership and rental opportunities. The homeownership rate is 46.7%, while the renter-occupied rate is 53.3%, indicating a fairly even split. The median gross rent is $2,191 per month. The mortgage market is predominantly conventional, with 185 conventional originations out of a total of 192 HMDA originations, suggesting a financially stable buyer pool. Homes in the neighborhood have an average size of 1,100 square feet.
With a median household income of $91,771, residents of the Esplanade enjoy a comfortable standard of living in a highly desirable beachside setting. The neighborhood's prime market tier and specific coastal charm define its character, blending residential comfort with vibrant tourist-adjacent amenities.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 4 neighborhoods in Capitola.
Capitola Esplanade Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $878K |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo |
| Median Household Income | $92K |
| Homeownership Rate | 46.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 53.3% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.6% |
| Market Type | Balanced |
| Market Tier | Prime |
| Primary ZIP Code | 95010 |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | |
| Total Mortgage Originations | 192 |
| VA Loan Originations | 2 |
| VA Loan Share | 1.0% |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $575K |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 185 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 5 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Capitola Esplanade, Capitola
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Capitola Esplanade
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: California Department of Real Estate (DRE) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-06-01