Under contract

$1,100,000

252 Cardiff Pl, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

3beds

1,525sqft

$7,952/mo

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Townhouse, Residential

Built in 2008

1,525 Square Feet Lot

$1,078,300 Zestimate^®

$721/sqft

$376/mo HOA

What's special

This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits in a premier location on Santa Cruzs upper west side, just a short distance from UCSC, major bus routes, world-class surf breaks, restaurants, grocery stores, Westlake Park, and more. A welcoming front porch greets you and is the perfect spot for savoring your morning coffee while watching the neighborhood come to life. Venture inside to an open-concept living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen. An inviting fireplace anchors the space, offering the perfect spot to curl up with a good book or your favorite show. The kitchen impresses with ample counter space, matching stainless steel appliances, and an oversized island, ideal for the most discerning home chef. The floor plan offers excellent separation of space, with all bedrooms located on the top floor. The primary suite includes a private en suite bathroom.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bathroom

Features: StallShower, Tub

Dining room

Features: BreakfastBar, BreakfastNook, EatinKitchen, NoFormalDiningRoom

Family room

Features: NoFamilyRoom

Heating

Forced Air, Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup

Features

Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,525
Total interior livable area: 1,525 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Guest
Garage spaces: 2

Lot

Size: 1,525 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 00653106000
Zoning: R
Special conditions: Standard
Other equipment: Air Purifier

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Property subtype: Townhouse, Residential

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 2008

Utilities & green energy

Gas: PublicUtilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $376 monthly

Location

Region: Santa Cruz

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $721/sqft
Tax assessed value: $918,151
Date on market: 9/24/2026
Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

Estimated market value

$1,078,300

$1.02M - $1.13M

$5,086/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/9/2026	Contingent	$1,100,000$721/sqft
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82061340 Report a problem
9/24/2026	Listed for sale	$1,100,000+55.1%$721/sqft
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82061340 Report a problem
11/26/2009	Listing removed	$709,000$465/sqft
Source: Brooks Properties #21078268 Report a problem
8/14/2009	Price change	$709,000+11%$465/sqft
Source: Brooks Properties #21078268 Report a problem
6/26/2009	Listed for sale	$639,000-8.6%$419/sqft
Source: Brooks Properties #21078268 Report a problem
9/23/2008	Sold	$699,000$458/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	--	$918,151 +2%
2025	$10,775 +7.4%	$900,148 +2%
2024	$10,029 +1.2%	$882,499 +2%
2023	$9,908 +1.1%	$865,195 +2%
2022	$9,797 +2.1%	$848,230 +2%
2021	$9,593 +0.8%	$831,598 +1%
2020	$9,518 +2.2%	$823,071 +2%
2019	$9,311 +1.1%	$806,933 +2%
2018	$9,205 +1.3%	$791,110 +2%
2017	$9,087 +5.9%	$775,598 +2%
2016	$8,584 +2.3%	$760,391 +1.5%
2015	$8,388 +3.2%	$748,969 +3.6%
2014	$8,125	$723,067 +24.6%
2012	--	$580,170 -4.6%
2011	--	$608,130 -3.3%
2010	--	$629,100
2009	--	$629,100 +383.7%
2008	--	$130,050