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    • Price cut: $70K (7/25)
    $895,000

    79 S Branciforte Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    2beds
    1,672sqft
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    $7,173/mo
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    Condominium, Residential
    Built in 1985
    -- sqft lot
    $883,500 Zestimate®
    $535/sqft
    $1,077/mo HOA

    What's special

    Gated communityBasketball courtIndoor poolRacquetball courtTwo private upstairs suitesVersatile flex spacePeaceful grounds
    Just moments from the Santa Cruz main beach and stunning coastline, this spacious condo is tucked within a gated community at the end of a road, offering an exceptional blend of privacy, lifestyle, and location. Featuring the rare advantage of two private upstairs suites, a versatile flex space, soaring ceilings and a skylight to allow natural light to flood in. The peaceful grounds, an indoor pool, racquetball court, and two dedicated parking spaces add to the appeal. Step outside, past the gate, to an expansive park with a playground, basketball court and room for family and dogs to enjoy. Follow the winding path toward the coastline and take in views of the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, fresh ocean air and relaxed coastal atmosphere. From here, it's roughly a 10-minute walk in one direction to toes in the sand, and 10 minutes the other direction for a hot coffee and delicious pastry at The Buttery. This property is a win-win no matter which direction you turn. So whether you want a full-time residence, an investment opportunity or your own coastal weekend retreat, this rare offering reflects the relaxed coastal energy, natural beauty, and easygoing lifestyle that make Santa Cruz so uniquely special!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Stacey Mitchell 02040023 831-234-2356,

    Bailey Properties 831-426-4100

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82048219MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Laundry, Loft, Office
      Bedroom
      • Features: PrimaryBedroom2plus
      Bathroom
      • Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Skylight, HalfonGroundFloor
      Dining room
      • Features: DiningFamilyCombo
      Family room
      • Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
      Kitchen
      • Features: Countertop_Tile, IslandwithSink
      Heating
      • Central Forced Air Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Security Gate
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl Linoleum
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas Log
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,672
      • Total interior livable area: 1,672 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Guest
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Parking
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Pool features: Community, In Ground, Indoor, Pool/Spa Combo
      • Spa features: Pool/SpaCombo
      • Fencing: Perimeter
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Park/Greenbelt
      Details
      • Parcel number: 01041112000
      • Zoning: RL
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium, Residential
      Materials
      • Foundation: Permanent
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1985

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Community Pool, Game Court Indoor
      • Services included: Water
      • HOA fee: $1,077 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Santa Cruz

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $535/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $781,100
      • Annual tax amount: $9,418
      • Date on market: 5/22/2026
      • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

        Estimated market value

        $883,500

        $839,000 - $928,000

        $6,073/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/25/2026Price change$895,000-7.3%$535/sqft
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        7/8/2026Price change$965,000-2.4%$577/sqft
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        6/10/2026Price change$989,000-4.8%$592/sqft
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        5/22/2026Listed for sale$1,039,000+78.2%$621/sqft
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        4/5/2025Listing removed$3,750$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        3/9/2025Listed for rent$3,750+8.7%$2/sqft
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        4/18/2022Listing removed--
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        4/13/2022Listed for rent$3,450+19.2%$2/sqft
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        6/25/2019Listing removed$2,895$2/sqft
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        6/6/2019Listed for rent$2,895$2/sqft
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        6/15/2007Sold$583,000+45.8%$349/sqft
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        7/16/2003Sold$400,000+25.4%$239/sqft
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        7/13/2000Sold$319,000$191/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,418 +7.5%$781,100 +2%
        2024$8,759 +1.2%$765,784 +2%
        2023$8,653 +1.1%$750,769 +2%
        2022$8,557 +2.1%$736,048 +2%
        2021$8,381 +0.8%$721,615 +1%
        2020$8,316 +2.2%$714,215 +2%
        2019$8,133 +1.1%$700,212 +2%
        2018$8,042 +1.3%$686,482 +2%
        2017$7,939 +7%$673,022 +3.2%
        2016$7,417 +10.8%$651,846 +10%
        2015$6,696 +10.3%$592,587 +11%
        2014$6,073 $533,862 +24.6%
        2012-- $428,358 -6%
        2011-- $455,700 -2%
        2010-- $465,000 -10.5%
        2009-- $519,500 -1%
        2008-- $524,700 +23.6%
        2007-- $424,484 +2%
        2006-- $416,160 +2%
        2005-- $408,000 +2%
        2004-- $400,000 +20.5%
        2003-- $331,888 +2%
        2002-- $325,380 +2%
        2001-- $319,000 +62.5%
        2000-- $196,279
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 95062

        Getting around

        81 / 100
        Very Walkable
        44 / 100
        Some Transit
        86 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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