Tanner Heights, Santa Cruz, CA

Tanner Heights — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Tanner Heights, Santa Cruz, 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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Top Real Estate Agents in Tanner Heights, Santa Cruz (2026)

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Tanner Heights Neighborhood Overview

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Welcome to Tanner Heights

Tanner Heights, nestled on the west side of Santa Cruz, offers a wonderful blend of peaceful residential living and convenient access to the vibrant city and stunning natural beauty that defines this coastal paradise. If you're seeking a community where you can enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to outdoor adventures and urban amenities, Tanner Heights might just be the perfect place to call home.

Lifestyle in Tanner Heights

Imagine waking up to the sound of birds chirping and the possibility of a morning hike or bike ride in the nearby Pogonip Open Space Preserve. Residents of Tanner Heights enjoy an active lifestyle, taking advantage of the area's numerous trails and parks. The neighborhood fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, making it easy to connect with neighbors and build lasting relationships. With its proximity to UCSC, you'll find a mix of young families, professionals, and long-time Santa Cruz residents creating a diverse and engaging community.

Real Estate in Tanner Heights

Tanner Heights primarily features single-family homes, with a variety of styles ranging from classic ranch homes to more contemporary two-story designs. You'll also find some townhomes and condos offering diverse housing options. Real estate in Tanner Heights is highly sought after, reflecting the desirability of the location and the overall Santa Cruz market. While inventory can be limited, the opportunity to own a home in this thriving community is well worth the effort.

Amenities and Conveniences

Tanner Heights boasts a fantastic location with easy access to essential amenities. Westlake Elementary School is located right within the neighborhood, making it a convenient choice for families with young children. Grocery stores like Safeway and Trader Joe's are just a short drive away on Western Drive, along with a variety of restaurants and retail shops. And of course, the world-class hiking and biking trails of Pogonip Open Space Preserve are practically in your backyard. Downtown Santa Cruz, with its vibrant shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, is also easily accessible.

Why Choose Tanner Heights?

If you're looking for a home in a vibrant, family-friendly community with easy access to both urban conveniences and outdoor adventures, Tanner Heights is definitely worth exploring. Contact us today to learn more about available properties and discover why so many people love calling Tanner Heights home!

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Tanner Heights Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$968K
Median Gross Rent$2K/mo
Median Household Income$101K
Homeownership Rate54.1%
Renter-Occupied45.9%
Rental Vacancy Rate2.0%
Market TypeSeller's
Market TierPrime
Primary ZIP Code95062
Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA)
Total Mortgage Originations350
VA Loan Originations2
VA Loan Share0.6%
Average VA Loan Amount$970K
Conventional Loan Originations334
FHA Loan Originations14

Top Real Estate Agents in Tanner Heights, Santa Cruz

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by California Department of Real Estate (DRE), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

5 agents met the full merit gate for Tanner Heights, Santa Cruz, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.

Afsheen Jayson Madani Listed

Contact

Phone: (831) 234-6683

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.roomrealestate.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/The%20Madani%20Team

Why selected: Selected for his dedicated community support of Big Brothers Big Sisters and Second Harvest Food Bank, combined with leading a top-performing team with over and.

Community & Leadership

Supporter at Big Brothers Big Sisters[6]

Supporter at Second Harvest Food Bank[6]

Notable Achievements

39th Top Mega Team in the United States and 11th Top Mega Team in California ranked by Volume

#1 Selling Team in Santa Cruz County

#9 Mega Team in California by Volume

#1 Selling Team for Volume and Transactions in All of Santa Cruz County

39th Top Mega Team in the United States

11th Top Mega Team in California

1000+ Transactions Completed

390 Five-Star Reviews

218+ Five-Star Zillow Reviews

5-Star Client Rating

#1 Selling Team in Santa Cruz County since 2015

#1 Selling Team for Volume and Transactions

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Luxury homes, Single family homes, Land and lots, Multifamily properties, Commercial real estate, First-time buyers, Property prep and staging, luxury homes, first-time buyers, investment properties, commercial real estate, land sales, multifamily properties, residential sales, residential properties, client referrals, boutique real estate services, buyer representation, seller representation, luxury properties, first-time homebuyers, Property consultation, Transaction management, Market analysis, Client relations, residential real estate, buyers, sellers[4]

Cities Served

Felton

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Gina Chere Carling Listed

Contact

Phone: (831) 818-0771

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.ginacarling.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Gina%20Carling%20Realtor

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots as a 50+ year resident and her strong performance metrics. She leverages her extensive local knowledge to expertly guide clients through the challenging Santa Cruz market.

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Commercial Properties, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes, New Construction, Senior Communities, Lot/Land[4]

Cities Served

Scotts Valley

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Gretchen Elisabeth Bach Listed

Contact

Phone: (831) 713-5314

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.coastwoods.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Gretchen%20Bach

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots and local engagement, which is our highest-ranking criterion. She combines this with strong client advocacy and a collaborative, concierge-style service model.

Verified Specialties

Property Management, Vacation / Short-term Rentals, Investment Properties[4]

Cities Served

Santa Cruz

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Alicia Estess Woods Listed

5.0 stars 32+ verified reviews License: 2028183 Dream Catch Properties 8+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (650) 503-4740

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.dreamcatchproperties.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Ace%20Woods

Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership as founder of a locally recognized agency. She combines with over $90M in sales volume, demonstrating consistent high performance.

Community & Leadership

supporter at Community homeownership initiatives[6]

Notable Achievements

Over $90 Million in Sales Volume

Record-Breaking Sale Achievement

32 Five-Star Reviews

Best Real Estate Agency Honor

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Investment Properties, New Construction, Lot/Land, luxury homes, first-time buyers, investors, off-market properties, home trade-up programs, contract negotiation, offer strategy[4]

Cities Served

Santa Cruz

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Gizelle Alice Sipin Listed

Contact

Phone: (831) 212-9800

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.homesofsantacruz.net/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/The%20Sipin%20Team

Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement and leadership roles, combined with a and.

Notable Achievements

36-year career milestone

Perfect client satisfaction rating

119 total transactions

Verified Specialties

Relocation[4]

Cities Served

Santa Cruz

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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