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229 Poplar Avenue, Santa Cruz CA 95062
229 Poplar Avenue, Santa Cruz CA 95062
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229 Poplar AvenueSanta Cruz, CA 95062

For Sale

$1,098,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $10,980

At 229 Poplar, you get the things that matter: a charming single-level home, a generous backyard, flexible bonus space, and a location that keeps the best parts of Santa Cruz nearby. This two-bedroom, one-bathroom home is move-in ready, with two bonus rooms that offer plenty of flexibility for home offices, a studio, guest space, a playroom, a gym, or whatever fits your life. Three off-street parking spaces add everyday convenience, while the generous backyard gives you room for dinner with friends, a garden, kids at play, or simply the luxury of having your own private outdoor space. And in Midtown, the location is one of the best parts. Arana Gulch, Seabright, the harbor, beaches, neighborhood restaurants, and everyday essentials are all within easy reach. For anyone waiting for the opportunity to own a little piece of Santa Cruz, 229 Poplar might be exactly the place to start.

Listed by Strock Team

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eXp Realty of California Inc

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8316889800

Last updated October 31, 2026

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Source: MLSL #ML82061904

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodBanana Belt
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms1
  • Days on Prevu43
  • Size887 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,238

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

09/18/2026
Listed by eXp Realty of California Inc
$1,098,000
  1. 09/18/2026$1,098,000
    Listed by eXp Realty of California Inc

Property Details for 229 Poplar Avenue

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Exterior Features: Storage

Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Other Structures: Storage

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 887
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Area: 6,229
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 009-242-03-000

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Oven, Washer/Dryer
  • Fireplace Features: Insert
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen

Measurements

  • Living Area: 887

Rooms

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2

Other

Location

  • City Region: East Santa Cruz

Parking

Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: De Laveaga Elementary
  • Elementary School District: Santa Cruz City Elementary

High School

  • High School District: Santa Cruz City High

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Branciforte Middle School

Utilities

Equipment

  • Heating: Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Central
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in this single-family home at 229 Poplar Avenue.

What schools are nearby to 229 Poplar Avenue?

Nearby schools include the De Laveaga Elementary and Branciforte Middle School.

How does 229 Poplar Avenue compare to other single-family homes in Banana Belt?

This single-family home is listed 12% below the average price for single-family homes in Banana Belt and has been on the market for 105 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 887 sqft.

229 Poplar Avenue is a 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home for sale in SANTA CRUZ CA 95062. On Prevu for 43 days at $1,098,000. This property features 887 square feet of living space, located in Banana Belt. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $1,298,500. Nearby schools include De Laveaga Elementary and Branciforte Middle School. Additional amenities include dishwasher and parking. View other single-family home listings in Santa Cruz.

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