A home is all about you. It’s about your life, it’s about your hopes and dreams, it’s about your routine as well as your community. We want to know exactly what you want and we won’t stop until we find for you. Home is where the heart is, but finding the right home can be a challenge. We track down properties that are off-market or have untapped potential that our BUYERS can benefit from.

In Santa Cruz County, buying and selling multifamily property necessitates an in-depth discussion of your investment criteria. Troy has repeatedly exceeded client expectations over a wide array investment property. He has completed real estate transactions in both the buying and selling of commercial, multifamily, hospitality, retail, office, mixed-use, as well as a wide array of non-conforming properties.

In addition to being a REALTOR®, Troy Hinds has extensive experience in real estate investment and development. His background enables him to help his clients identify potential opportunities, discover unknown value, facilitate proper due diligence, and outline a successful strategy for development.

771 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076

Mixed-Use Retail &

Industrial Storage

-Exclusively Listed by Troy Hinds-

Fully leased six (6) unit mixed-use retail and commercial storage investment opportunity in the heart of Downtown Watsonville. Situated on a 9,975 SF corner lot with seven (7) off-street parking spaces and excellent visibility and frontage. Constructed in 1937 and zoned Thoroughfare Commercial, this single-story commercial property offers three established retail suites and an additional rear garage building demised into three separate units being utilized as industrial self-storage. With 100% occupancy, long-standing tenants, and stable in-place income, this asset appeals to local or regional investors seeking immediate cash flow and long-term upside.

FOR SALE: $1,449,000

459 Cloudview Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076

***A buyer can be any age but one resident must be age 55+ while a second resident may be age 45+.

Charming 2 bed, 1.5 bath 1,062 square foot home with an additional 190 square foot enclosed bonus room.

Fantastic opportunity for those seeking a well-maintained, move-in ready home located on the sought-after Cloudview Drive within the Bay Village Community. The expansive backyard and enclosed courtyard provide serene outdoor spaces perfect for those who enjoy cooking, entertaining, or just relaxing in the beautiful weather. This renovated home provides excellent curb appeal, low maintenance outdoor spaces, a generously sized primary bedroom with walk-in closet and half-bath, as well as an abundance of additional closet space. The granite counters, travertine and wood laminate flooring, and smart thermostat-controlled central forced-air create a fresh and comfortable atmosphere.

For Sale: $695,000

237 Darwin St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

well-maintained Triplex In A quiet and Desirable Seabright Location

Fully leased well-maintained Triplex located on one of the quietest and most sought-after blocks in the Seabright neighborhood. Featuring a 1,200 SF 3BR/2BA House in front that has generous sized bedrooms, an en-suite primary bathroom and comes with a two-car garage attached by a breezeway. Located in the rear is a 1,428 SF Duplex with 714 SF 2BR/1BA Units each with separate outdoor patios and a shared two-car carport. The building received an interior and exterior renovation and update in 2014.

SOLD: $1,850,000| August 2024

247 High St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Approved Development for Seven (7) Unit Luxury Apartment Building

Fully-entitled project consists of five (5) 2BR/2BA + Offices and two (2) 1BR/1BA units including an 1-BR Affordable Unit for a total 12 Bedrooms (17 Rooms/Occupants) and 12 Bathrooms in a stunningly beautiful, all-electric, luxury multifamily design complete with EV charges, security gates, community patio and BBQ area, pet washing station, and secured individual tenant storage lockers for surfboard, bikes, etc.

SOLD: $1,625,000| May 2024

1415A SEABRIGHT AVE: 3-PERSON PENINSULA | BUILT-IN DISHWASHERS | GENEROUS BEDROOM SIZES WITH PRIMARY EN-SUITE BATHROOM | FULLY LANDSCAPED AND FENCED FRONT YARD WITH BEAUTIFULLY PRIVATE PITTOSPORUM HEDGING

1415B SEABRIGHT AVE: DUAL-FRENCH DOORS | ATTACHED OVERSIZED 1-CAR GARAGE | WET BAR & WINE FRIDGE | GAS FIREPLACE | HUGE REDWOOD DECK AND FULLY LANDSCAPED BACKYARD | REMARKABLY HIGH-END FINISHES

SOLD: $1,900,000

1411A SEABRIGHT AVE: BRAND NEW 2BR 2BA HOME | NEW DETACHED 1-CAR GARAGE WITH EV CAPABILITIES | ELECTRIC HEAT PUMP HVAC | HOME OFFICE NOOK | LAUNDRY ROOM | INTEGRAED MEDIA HOOK-UPS | DUAL-SINK PRIMARY BATHROOM VANITY | ANTIQUE BRASS WALL ART SCONCES | FULLY REBUILT

1411B SEABRIGHT AVE: EXTENSIVELY REMODELED 2BR 2BA HOME | EXCEPTIONALLY PRIVATE ENCLOSED FRONT COURTYARD | FULLY LANDSCAPED BACK AND SIDE YARDS | BUILT-IN DINING NOOK WITH UNDERSEAT STORAGE | FLOATING VANITIES | SIGNATURE HARDWARE | FLOOR TO CEILING TILE

sOLD: $2,200,000

Pleasure Point, CA

eco-lux Beach Home | Sold 2023

New Construction Ocean-View Custom Build. Great care went into every detail of the design and build with special emphasis on the use of sustainable building materials and non-toxic finishes while maintaining a warm and inviting Coastal Contemporary Vibe. The location was pedestrian-friendly, quiet and private while being just 10 houses to the surf.

247 High St, Santa Cruz, CA

APPROVED DEVELOPMENT FOR SEVEN (7) UNIT LUXURY APARTMENT BUILDING.

Fully-entitled project consists of five (5) 2BR/2BA + Offices and two (2) 1BR/1BA units including an 1-BR Affordable Unit for a total 12 Bedrooms (17 Rooms/Occupants) and 12 Bathrooms in a stunningly beautiful, all-electric, luxury multifamily design complete with EV charges, security gates, community patio and BBQ area, pet washing station, and secured individual tenant storage lockers for surfboard, bikes, etc.

Sold | $1,625,000 | May 2024

"We are so excited to have our new home on a desired area of town. We are greatly appreciative to Troy Hinds for all his help in making this process easier for us. I'd recommend Troy Hinds to anyone looking for an educated agent with years of knowledge of this town. Troy and the team are awesome."

• Charlie F. | 4/9/2022