Step into a piece of Santa Cruz history with this captivating late Craftsman period home, exuding timeless charm at every turn. As you approach this meticulously cared-for residence notice the abounding native CA landscape and architectural elegance with tapered porch pillars and Spanish eclectic detail hinting at its rich history. Once inside, you'll be greeted by the warmth and character of a bygone era, blended with modern convenience. The single-level, open layout and multitude of windows allows natural light to flood the home in addition to offering functionality, comfort and a sense of spaciousness. Outside, the generous corner lot offers ample opportunity for outdoor activities with family and friends in your private backyard or gardening in the warmth of the sun. Whatever you choose you'll have a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. With its aesthetic and quality architecture, this well-loved home is not just a place to live but a piece of history to cherish. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of the past while enjoying modern living all in a superb location near shopping, schools, beaches, bike trails and breweries. Schedule a showing today.
Sold for $2,050,000
$2,050,000
231 Otis St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3beds
1,667sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1923
8,233 Square Feet Lot
$2,032,200 Zestimate®
$1,230/sqft
$6,698 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,032,200
$1.89M - $2.19M
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Rich historyPrivate backyardSanta cruz historyModern livingSpanish eclectic detailOpen layoutMultitude of windows
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Listed by:
Stacey Mitchell 02040023 831-234-2356,
Bailey Properties 831-426-4100
Bought with:
, 02218689
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81957248
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
Bathroom
- Features: StallShower, Tile, Tub
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Utility Room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,667
- Total interior livable area: 1,667 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Guest, Oversized
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Fencing: Perimeter,Front Yard,Gate,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,233 sqft
- Features: Other
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana, Garage
- Parcel number: 00620201000
- Zoning: R-1-5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/19/2024 | Sold | $2,050,000+3.8%$1,230/sqft |
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| 4/15/2024 | Pending sale | $1,975,000$1,185/sqft |
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| 4/5/2024 | Contingent | $1,975,000$1,185/sqft |
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| 4/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,975,000$1,185/sqft |
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| 3/27/2024 | Contingent | $1,975,000$1,185/sqft |
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| 3/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,975,000-1.3%$1,185/sqft |
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| 5/6/2021 | Sold | $2,000,000+25%$1,200/sqft |
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| 4/16/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,599,999+285.5%$960/sqft |
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| 8/11/1998 | Sold | $415,000$249/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,362 +3.5% | $2,091,000 -1.5% |
| 2024 | $23,530 +1.3% | $2,122,416 +2% |
| 2023 | $23,239 +1.2% | $2,080,800 +2% |
| 2022 | $22,972 +229% | $2,040,000 +239.4% |
| 2021 | $6,983 -37.1% | $601,066 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,102 +63.9% | $594,904 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,773 +1.2% | $583,238 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,696 +1.3% | $571,802 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,610 +5.8% | $560,588 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,249 +2.9% | $549,596 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,073 +1.7% | $541,342 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,971 | $530,738 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $517,980 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $507,823 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $504,028 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $505,225 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $495,319 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $485,606 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $476,084 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $466,749 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $457,597 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $449,210 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $440,402 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $431,766 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $423,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 95060
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Westlake Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Mission Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Santa Cruz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: WestlakeElementary_1
- Middle: MissionHill
- High: SantaCruzHigh
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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- California
- Santa Cruz County
- Santa Cruz
- 95060
- 231 Otis St
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