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Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
$ 2,100,000
Est. payment /mo
Open Sat 1PM-4PM
520 Ocean View Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95062
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,043 SqFt
Open House
Sat May 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sun May 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,043 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,027
MLS Listing ID ML82045615
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1943
Lot Size 8,407 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source Datashare MLSListings
Property Description
Welcome to the heart of Santa Cruz, a rare offering featuring two well developed homes plus a third detached Artist Studio on a landscaped 8,400 sq ft parcel. Located on a quiet, well-established street, this property blends coastal charm, thoughtful design, and exceptional versatility. Primary residence showcases vintage mid-century character with a sophisticated remodel. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features wood floors, a gas fireplace, skylights, and ideal western exposure. Chefs kitchen includes a Wolf gas range, designer lighting, and custom finishes. Seamless indoor-outdoor living with a wood deck, spa, and sauna perfect after a day at the nearby ocean. Detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers polished concrete floors, vaulted beamed ceilings, a wood stove, and a private entrance ideal for guests. A third freestanding structure of approx. 520sf provides additional flexibility for storage, studio use, or potential development. Surrounded by permaculture gardens, mature fruit trees, tropical landscaping, and raised beds. West-facing orientation brings ocean breezes and great natural light. Both homes are single-level for ease and accessibility. Minutes to beaches, amenities, and top-rated schools, this unique multi-unit property captures the best of the Santa Cruz lifestyle.
Location
State CA
County Santa Cruz
Interior
Heating Electric, Radiant
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Family Room, Insert, Gas, Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Exterior
Private Pool false
Building
Lot Description Level, Rectangular Lot
Story 1
Water Public
Architectural Style Bungalow, Craftsman, Ranch, Traditional
Schools
School District Santa Cruz City High, Santa Cruz City Elementary
Nearby Locations