512 California Avenue West Side Santa Cruz Discover the ultimate West Side lifestyle with this beautifully maintained, single-level home on a rare .28-acre lot in the coveted Lower West Side. Built in 1956 and cherished by the same family, this 1,467 sq. ft. residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Skylights and expansive windows fill the bright, open interior with natural light, creating warm, inviting spaces perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to a flat 12,371 sq. ft. lot offering endless possibilitieslush gardens, outdoor entertaining, play areas, or even expansion. West Side lots of this size are rare, providing both privacy and potential in a prime location. Enjoy the brand-new rail trail connecting you to the best of Santa Cruz: surf iconic breaks at Steamer Lane, stroll along Main Beach or Cowells, explore Lighthouse Field and the Santa Cruz Wharf, or take in breathtaking views along West Cliff Drive. Enjoy Swift Street Courtyard and Neary Lagoon, as well as downtown Santa Cruz, all just minutes away. Commuters will appreciate easy access to Highways 1 & 17, and UC Santa Cruz is just up the road. This home is more than a houseits a lifestyle, blending history, heart, and an unbeatable West Side address.
Listed by Shemeika K. Fox
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License #01479629
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KW Thrive Santa Cruz
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831-588-2334
Last updated September 09, 2025
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Source: MLSListings #ML82020819
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodThe Circles
Bedrooms3
Days on Prevu1
Size1,467 sqft
Price per sqft$1,127
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Parking
Location
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Listing History
09/09/2025
Listed by KW Thrive Santa Cruz
$1,653,333
Property Details for 512 California Avenue
Exterior
Construction
Roof: Composition
Year Built: 1956
Year Built Details: 2
Measurements
Building Area Total: 1,467
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Lot Size Area: 12,371
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 12,371
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 004-461-22-000
Interior
Features
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Free Standing, Insert, Other Location
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