About Nico:

(as a person, and as a Realtor)

I’m Nico Vargas, a real estate agent and Santa Cruz County local with a decade of experience helping people buy and sell homes across the Central Coast. I believe real estate is more than a transaction. It's a big life moment, and you deserve someone in your corner who listens, communicates clearly, and helps you move through the process with confidence.

My role isn’t to push you into a deal. It’s to help you make informed decisions, avoid common pitfalls, and feel good about the path you're on. Whether you're buying your first home, selling one you’ve owned for decades, or looking for a smart long-term investment, I tailor my approach to your goals, not mine.

After years of traveling to pursue a career in baseball, I came back home to Santa Cruz County and into a new career in real estate. It’s hard to believe that was back in 2015. When I first started, I also worked as a behavior technician in special education, coached baseball at St. Francis High in Watsonville, and worked evenings at a wine bar in Capitola. Those early years shaped how I work with people — with patience, adaptability, and a strong sense of service.

Since then, I’ve had the chance to help a wide range of buyers and sellers, mentor new agents and students interested in real estate, and continue coaching baseball when time allows. Coaching and guiding others has always been a part of who I am.

Outside of real estate, I love spending time with my wife and our two sons. Being a dad is a huge part of my life and one of my biggest motivators. When I’m not with clients or out on a showing, you can usually find me cooking for friends and family, playing golf, or catching up on a good show after the kids are asleep.

What You Can Expect

• Clear, honest communication at every step

• Local insight and experience you can rely on

• A plan tailored to your goals, timeline, and comfort level

• A trusted network of inspectors, stagers, painters, handymen, landscapers, cleaners, and other reliable professionals who are ready to move quickly to support our timeline

If you're considering buying or selling, whether here in Santa Cruz County or anywhere in the world, feel free to reach out. Even if it’s outside our area, I have a strong network of agents and would be happy to help.