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Sold for $2,220,000
  • $2,220,000

    420 Columbia St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    5beds
    2,529sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1974
    5,837 Square Feet Lot
    $2,351,300 Zestimate®
    $878/sqft
    $7,816 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,351,300

    $2.14M - $2.61M

    $7,816/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy fireplacePlenty of parkingCovered patioGreat dining optionsVaulted ceilingsFresh interior paintNew carpet
    If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind beach home in the ideal location, you have found it! Just a couple blocks from the scenic West Cliff 3-mile walk and bike path along the ocean and the world-class surf break, Steamer Lane. Conveniently close to beaches, the Santa Cruz Wharf, the boardwalk, many great dining options, Verve coffee, New Leaf Market, breweries, wineries, and the trailhead to Wilder Ranch bike and hike paths. This well-loved abode features spacious rooms, vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, fresh interior paint, all new carpet, a cozy fireplace, and a floorplan conducive to multi-generational living. The yard is lushly landscaped and fully fenced with a covered patio. There is plenty of parking in the 2-car garage and on the stamped driveway. See this gem before it is gone!

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    Listed by:

    Melody Russell 01743923 831-332-3975,

    eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427

    Bought with:

    Bri Steel, 01977946

    Steel Realty Inc.

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81933539MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Bedroom
    • Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
    Bathroom
    • Features: DoubleSinks, DualFlushToilet, Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Skylight, StallShower2plus, Tile, FullonGroundFloor
    Dining room
    • Features: DiningArea
    Family room
    • Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
    Kitchen
    • Features: Countertop_Granite, ExhaustFan, Island
    Heating
    • Central Forced Air Gas, 2 plus Zones
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
    • Laundry: In Garage
    Features
    • High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,529
    • Total interior livable area: 2,529 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Covered, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Lighted, On Street
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Customized Wheelchair Accessible
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
    • Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced
    • Fencing: Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden/Greenbelt
    Lot
    • Size: 5,837 Square Feet
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Garage
    • Parcel number: 00426129000
    • Zoning: R1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Custom
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1974

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Santa Cruz

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $878/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,264,400
    • Annual tax amount: $26,259
    • Date on market: 6/29/2023
    • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
    • Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/3/2023Sold$2,220,000+5.7%$878/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81933539 Report a problem
    7/9/2023Pending sale$2,100,000$830/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81933539 Report a problem
    6/29/2023Listed for sale$2,100,000+602.3%$830/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81933539 Report a problem
    9/13/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    8/16/2021Listed for rent$4,500$2/sqft
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    6/30/1994Sold$299,000$118/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$26,259 +7.1%$2,264,400 +2%
    2024$24,515 +235.9%$2,220,000 +254.5%
    2023$7,298 +1.1%$626,272 +2%
    2022$7,218 +2.1%$613,993 +2%
    2021$7,070 +0.8%$601,954 +1%
    2020$7,016 +3.4%$595,781 +2%
    2019$6,783 +1.2%$584,099 +2%
    2018$6,706 +1.3%$572,646 +2%
    2017$6,620 +5.8%$561,418 +2%
    2016$6,258 +2.9%$550,410 +1.5%
    2015$6,082 -20.8%$542,142 -21.2%
    2014$7,681 $688,422 +35.4%
    2012-- $508,575 +2%
    2011-- $498,603 +0.8%
    2010-- $494,877 -0.2%
    2009-- $496,053 +14.1%
    2008-- $434,826 +2%
    2007-- $426,300 +2%
    2006-- $417,941 +2%
    2005-- $409,746 +2%
    2004-- $401,711 +1.9%
    2003-- $394,348 +12.6%
    2002-- $350,128 +3.8%
    2001-- $337,269 +2%
    2000-- $330,656
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 95060

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