, Santa Cruz, California 95062, Santa Cruz, 95062 - 5 bed, 5 bath

, Santa Cruz, California 95062 home-pic-0

, Santa Cruz, California 95062

Santa Cruz, California 95062

ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
CONDITION: TEAR DOWN
5Beds
5Baths
5,000Sq Ft
22,782Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$1,395,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of , Santa Cruz, California 95062 is currently available with a list price of $1,395,000. The property maintains a Tear down Condition Rating (10/100), reflecting significant deferred maintenance. This property is best suited for experienced investors or developers prepared for substantial renovation work. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Santa Cruz Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Tear down
TeardownExcellent

Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.

The MLS description explicitly states this is an 'opportunity to develop a large custom build dream home OR three 2500 square-foot single-family homes on a prime real estate lot.' All provided images are architectural blueprints and site plans, not photos of an existing residential structure. Therefore, there is no existing home, kitchen, or bathrooms to assess. The property, in its current state, is a vacant lot and is 'unlivable' as a residence. Its value is based solely on the land and its potential for redevelopment, which aligns with the core definition of a 'tear-down' property, despite the absence of a physical structure to demolish.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Significant Development Potential

    Offers the flexibility to develop either a large custom home or three 2500 sqft single-family homes, maximizing investment return.

  • Prime Midtown Location

    Centrally located in Midtown Santa Cruz, a highly desirable area, enhancing future property value and appeal.

  • Excellent Proximity to Amenities

    Conveniently located just minutes from the beach, boat harbor, restaurants, shops, and freeway access (41st Avenue).

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • High Development Costs & Complexity

    Requires substantial capital investment, time, and navigating complex permitting, zoning, and construction processes.

  • No Existing Structure or Immediate Income

    The property is a vacant lot, meaning no current habitable structure or rental income, requiring full build-out from scratch.

  • Market & Construction Risk

    Development projects inherently carry risks related to construction delays, cost overruns, and future market demand for new homes.

About

Amazing opportunity to develop a large custom build dream home OR three 2500 square-foot single-family homes on a prime real estate lot centrally located in Midtown. It is just a 6-minute drive to the beach, the boat harbor, restaurants, and shops and less than 5 minutes to 41st Avenue with easy access to the freeway. You decide!

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2022
Lot Size
22,782 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
5 (5 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds5.03.0
98%
Baths5.02.0
98%
Square foot5,0001,565
98%
Lot Size22,7825,336
96%
Price$1.40M$1.46M
44%
Price per sq ft$279$986
2%
Built year20221962
94%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market1481164
0%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 15, 2022

$1,395,000

Initial Listing

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