Capitola Village, Capitola, CA
Capitola Village — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Capitola Village, 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 Village Neighborhood Overview
Capitola Village is the historic and vibrant beachfront heart of Capitola, California. This iconic neighborhood, centered around the Capitola Wharf and Esplanade, offers a quintessential coastal California lifestyle with direct access to the sand, shops, and restaurants. The market is classified as Luxury, reflecting its prime location and desirability.
The housing market in Capitola Village is characterized by high value and a mix of ownership and rental. The median home value is $878,200, with homes averaging 1,100 square feet. Homeownership is split, with a 46.7% homeownership rate and a 53.3% renter-occupied rate. The median gross rent is $2,191 per month. Recent mortgage data shows a strong preference for conventional financing, with 185 conventional originations out of 192 total, indicating a market primarily serving buyers with strong credit profiles.
The neighborhood character is defined by its pedestrian-friendly, tourist-friendly atmosphere and coastal charm. The median household income of $91,771 supports the local boutique economy. The high renter-occupied rate contributes to a dynamic, mixed community of long-term residents and seasonal visitors, all drawn to its unique village setting directly on Monterey Bay.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 4 neighborhoods in Capitola.
Capitola Village 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 | Luxury |
| 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 Village, Capitola
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Capitola Village
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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