Ruth Bates - Broker & MBA

09/11/2025

Come see my new listing at 1901 Courtyard # D in Capitola this weekend. Open House Saturday 1:30-4:30 with Helen and Sunday 1:00-4:00 with me.

https://www.compass.com/app/listing/1901-courtyard-drive-unit-d-capitola-ca-95010/1926538139965896449

Ruth Bates
DRE #01799929
Compass

04/08/2025

Wake up to breathtaking ocean & white water views in this beautifully updated ground-floor condo, just steps to New Brighton Beach (grab your surfboard or walk across the street and watch them surf). A short stroll to the heart of Capitola Village--home to charming shops, dining, and entertainment. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath, 922 SF retreat offers easy coastal living with an open layout and bright interior. The spacious living room features a cozy gas fireplace and sweeping ocean views, perfect for relaxed living and entertaining. The updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, a 4-burner electric convection oven, ample cabinetry, and an inviting large breakfast Peninsula, ideal for casual dining and conversation. Soak in the sunshine and enjoy ocean vistas from the dining area; step out onto your private balcony to sip your morning coffee or evening cocktail with the waves as your backdrop. Community amenities include a swimming pool, a rooftop deck with panoramic views of the Pacific, on-site laundry, covered carport parking, and a personal storage closet. Water, sewer, and garbage are included in the HOA for added convenience. Whether you're looking for a full-time home or a perfect coastal getaway, this slice of paradise offers the ultimate Capitola beach lifestyle.

04/07/2025

Open House & Art Reception - Sunday 4/13 12:00-5:00 @ 573 Meadow Road, Aptos

Come see this beautiful home (4 bed, 3.5 bath, 3128SF, on 2.1 usable acres) and

Come see renowned local Ukranian artist Natalia Aandeweil's work which is displayed throughout the house. Natalia will be painting on-site from 1:00-4:00pm

Drinks & Appetizers will be served.

www.573meadowroad.com

08/18/2024

Come see my New Listing at 661 Meadow Road in the coveted Forest & Meadows, Aptos. Broker Tour Thursday 8/22 12:30-3:00.

$2,997,000, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2754 sq ft - Contact Ruth Bates, 8313592212 for more information.

05/17/2024

Hi there. Come say "hi" at my Open House 1:00-4:00 both days this weekend at 4287 Opal Cliffs - Just Listed at $3,950,000.
See the 3-D tour here https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=GDFaoXBd96J&ts=2
Absolutely gorgeous Pleasure Point / Opal Cliff location. Ocean views to Monterey Bay peninsula, spectacular sunsets. Custom Built in 2007 with the highest degree materials and craftsmanship. Reverse floor plan. 4 Beds, 3.5 Baths, 2589 Sq. Ft. Three spacious guest bedrooms downstairs, one en-suite. Primary bedroom upstairs along with Kitchen, Dining, and Living Areas. Large manicured backyard with privacy and lots of room for entertaining or relaxing. Two-car garage, Radiant Heat. Stroll to Privates Beach, "The Hook", Capitola Village and 41st Avenue. Walkability 10! Make this your home or home-away-from home today.

02/08/2024

Seabright Cutie just closed for $1,250,000.

01/09/2024

Spectacular Remodeled Seabright home complete with a white picket fence! Two bedroom, 1.5 baths plus a permitted workshop/art studio with loft. Complete gut and remodel in 2017; all new plumbing, electrical, fixtures, dual-pane windows, large galley kitchen with custom cabinets and new appliances, solid wood doors, hot water on demand, extra insulation, and extra storage in the attic. New half-bath added in 2017. Refinished hardwood floors. Inside washer/dryer adjacent to kitchen. The sun-drenched front yard features two large garden beds, a covered front porch and a lounging deck. The fenced back yard has plenty of room to entertain with an upper patio area and side yard area. Alley access into the backyard, which features two storage units for your beach toys - bikes, surfboards, etc. The newly constructed (2019) Workshop/Art Studio includes a loft and electricity. Ideal beach get-away and great location for walking to Seabright Beach, coffee, dining, recreation, Ocean View Park, Santa Cruz Harbor, and other Seabright area favorites. Make this your home or home-away-from-home today!

Ruth Bates
831-359-2212
[email protected]

11/28/2023

Just Listed. Fabulous 306 Seascape Resort - full on ocean and white water views. Studio top floor unit.

05/18/2023

I'm pleased to announce my New Listing at 528 Cuesta in Aptos. Fabulous ocean view property. Check out the video. These panoramic view properties don't come on the market very often.

Enjoy this turn-key home with panoramic ocean views from Santa Cruz to Monterey. Upgrades include all new electrical, plumbing, insulation, dual-pane windows...

12/21/2022

Hi there, long time no post....

I have two big announcements.

First off, I have an art show of my original paintings hanging right now through March 2023 at the Red Apple Cafe in Aptos. So please come and have a fabulous breakfast or lunch, open from 7:00am - 3:00pm and see my paintings, there's even time to pick a holiday gift of an original piece of art

Second, and equally important, I have just joined Strock Team/eXp as my new Real Estate Brokerage Team. I'm so excited to be teaming with the best in the business, #1 sales team in Aptos, #2 team in the County, with cutting-edge marketing and technology, highest work ethic and great results. My slogan has always been "Get Results With Ruth" and this is a great match for me!
Happy Holidays to all and best wishes for a fabulous 2023!

07/08/2022

I am so excited about my New Listing at 400 Schiller Place in Upper Westside Santa Cruz. I'm holding Open House both days this weekend 7/09-10 from 1:00-4:00, so come on by and say "hi", come on by and BUY!

WWW.400SCHILLERPLACE.COM

Custom 2015 Craftsman tucked back on private street in Upper Westside Santa Cruz. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 3131 Sq. Ft. on 9/10th acre. Open floorplan with Living Room and Dining Room areas flowing to Family Room and Kitchen. High ceilings & large windows; views and light. Distressed hardwood flooring throughout. Entertainers kitchen has prep, storage, and gathering space galore along with a humongous walk-in pantry. Quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar seating. Spacious primary suite with private veranda, gas fireplace, walk-in closet, additional closet, and sumptuous bath area with jetted tub and walk-in shower. A junior suite featuring it own bath and walk-in closet, two more bedrooms, guest bath, and laundry are featured upstairs. Solar heating, tankless water heater, whole house fan, and 220V wiring for car charging. Unique parcel with end of road privacy, about ¾ acre of sloped awaiting your design, greenspace views and access to trails. This home has it all!