Welcome to 1965 42nd Avenue, Capitola. This serene coastal retreat is in one of Capitola's most desirable and accessible neighborhoods. This charming home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,333 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,750 sq. ft. lot. From the lush, vibrant front yard with inviting curb appeal to the private and beautifully landscaped backyard, every corner of this property is designed for comfort, style and enjoyment.
Just minutes from the beach and the lively Capitola Village, this has the perfect mix of privacy and convenience. Picture morning surf sessions, afternoons spent browsing boutiques, and evenings filled with sunset dinners by the water.
Inside, the single level, open-concept layout flows effortlessly from the modern kitchen featuring polished concrete countertops to a private backyard designed for entertaining. AstroTurf provides easy maintenance, while a sunny deck and tropical landscaping bring the ultimate in outdoor living.
The detached studio with its own mini-split system is the perfect home office, creative retreat, or quiet sanctuary.
Enjoy the added benefits of leased solar, a new roof, replaced sewer lateral, carport & off-street parking.
This is more than just a home; its your ticket to the Capitola lifestyle!
Sold for $1,230,000
$1,230,000
1965 42nd Ave, Capitola, CA 95010
2beds
1,333sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1987
5,750 Square Feet Lot
$1,211,900 Zestimate®
$923/sqft
$4,211 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,211,900
$1.08M - $1.37M
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Open-concept layoutTropical landscapingSunny deckLush vibrant front yardModern kitchen
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Listed by:
Shemeika K. Fox 01479629 831-588-2334,
KW Thrive Santa Cruz 831-457-5500
Bought with:
Kristen Valenza, 02138153
eXp Realty of California Inc
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82007636
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Free Standing, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,333
- Total interior livable area: 1,333 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street
- Carport spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,750 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 03420127000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Capitola
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $923/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $756,358
- Annual tax amount: $9,930
- Date on market: 5/19/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2025 | Sold | $1,230,000-12.1%$923/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Pending sale | $1,399,000$1,050/sqft |
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| 8/10/2025 | Contingent | $1,399,000$1,050/sqft |
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| 5/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+126.7%$1,050/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82007636 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2014 | Sold | $617,000$463/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2014 | Pending sale | $617,000$463/sqft |
Source: Monterey Bay Properties #81400113 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2014 | Listed for sale | $617,000+7.3%$463/sqft |
Source: Monterey Bay Properties #hm_672954 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2008 | Sold | $575,000-27.7%$431/sqft |
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| 1/26/2006 | Sold | $795,000+59%$596/sqft |
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| 10/24/2003 | Sold | $500,000+6.4%$375/sqft |
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| 4/25/2003 | Sold | $470,000$353/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,930 +7.6% | $756,358 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,231 +2.4% | $741,527 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,016 +1.3% | $726,988 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,900 +2.5% | $712,733 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,681 +1.1% | $698,758 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,582 +2.4% | $691,593 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,378 +1.7% | $678,032 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,235 +1.4% | $664,737 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,117 +5.7% | $651,703 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,680 +2.8% | $638,925 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,471 +8.9% | $629,328 +11% |
| 2014 | $6,859 | $566,724 +21.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $465,750 -5.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $494,500 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $517,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $517,500 -28.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $723,450 -10.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $810,900 +49.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $541,008 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $530,400 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $520,000 +101.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $258,012 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $252,953 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $247,993 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $243,131 |
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Neighborhood: 95010
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Soquel Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10New Brighton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SoquelUnionElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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