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.
Sold for $2,300,000
$2,300,000
520 Ocean View Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
3beds
2,043sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1943
8,407 Square Feet Lot
$2,300,100 Zestimate®
$1,126/sqft
$4,475 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,300,100
$2.09M - $2.51M
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Ocean breezesGas fireplaceMature fruit treesSophisticated remodelRaised bedsVintage mid-century characterPrivate entrance
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Listed by:
Paul Cuccia 01334276 831-818-2375,
Coldwell Banker Realty 831-688-6461
Bought with:
Caroll Basile, 02017220
Bailey Properties
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82045615
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus, GroundFloorPrimaryBedroom2plus
Bathroom
- Features: Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, OutsideAccess, Sauna, StallShower2plus, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Other, Pantry
Heating
- Electric, Radiant
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Open Beam Ceiling
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Insert, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,043
- Total interior livable area: 2,043 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure, Courtyard, Fire Pit, Drought Tolerant Plants
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,407 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 01056121000
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman,Modern/HighTech,Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Sold | $2,300,000+9.5%$1,126/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Pending sale | $2,100,000$1,028/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Contingent | $2,100,000$1,028/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000+121.3%$1,028/sqft |
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| 6/5/2009 | Listing removed | $949,000+2.6%$465/sqft |
Source: RealBird #787462 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2008 | Sold | $925,000-2.5%$453/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2008 | Listed for sale | $949,000+55.6%$465/sqft |
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| 3/26/2001 | Sold | $610,000$299/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,371 +7.3% | $1,215,009 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,393 +1.2% | $1,191,185 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,230 +1.1% | $1,167,829 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,080 +2.1% | $1,144,930 +2% |
| 2021 | $12,805 +0.8% | $1,122,480 +1% |
| 2020 | $12,704 +2.2% | $1,110,971 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,430 +1.2% | $1,089,187 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,288 +1.3% | $1,067,830 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,129 +5.9% | $1,046,892 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,449 +2% | $1,026,365 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,227 +10.3% | $1,010,948 +10.9% |
| 2014 | $10,175 | $911,687 +21.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $749,250 -5.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $795,500 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $832,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $832,500 +19% |
| 2008 | -- | $699,784 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $686,063 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $672,611 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $659,422 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $646,492 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $634,644 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $622,200 +790.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $69,903 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $68,532 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 95062
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Gault Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Alternative Family Education SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Costanoa Continuation High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: GaultElementary
- 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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- Santa Cruz County
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- 520 Ocean View Ave
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