
Santa Cruz, California 95060
Rare Upper Westside estate property offering nearly 3,050 square feet of combined living space, including a newly constructed, fully permitted 876 sq. ft. ADU. Set on a rare, level 18,426 sq. ft. flat parcel just moments from Moore Creek Preserve, this beautifully remodeled single-level ranch captures the essence of Santa Cruz livingprivacy, flexibility, and income potential in one of the areas most sought-after neighborhoods. The main residence spans 2,172 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, plus a spacious, flexible office ideal as a 4th bedroom, private suite, or guest quarters. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home blends classic ranch charm with modern finishes and an easy indoor-outdoor flow. The newly built ADU offers excellent potential for rental income, extended family, or a private work-from-home retreatideal for UCSC faculty or Bay Area remote professionals seeking space and privacy. The expansive, flat grounds are a rare Westside findperfect for gardening, entertaining, or relaxing. Features include terraced gardens, a dog run, oversized two-car garage, and owned solarall just minutes from surf, trails, and Westside favorites.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although originally built in 1962, the property has undergone a comprehensive high-end remodel within the last 5 years and includes a brand-new 876 sq. ft. ADU. The main kitchen features modern white shaker cabinetry, subway tile, and stainless steel appliances, while the living areas show updated hardwood flooring and recessed lighting. The addition of owned solar and the mint condition of both the main house and the new construction ADU qualify it for an excellent rating.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 18426, living area = 2172.
The property features a newly constructed, fully permitted 876 sq. ft. ADU, providing excellent opportunities for rental income, multi-generational living, or a premium home office suite.
Situated on a rare 18,426 sq. ft. level parcel in the Upper Westside, the estate offers significant outdoor space for gardening and entertaining that is exceptionally hard to find in this coastal neighborhood.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 3.
With 120 days on market, the property may face the 'stale listing' stigma, potentially leading buyers to question the value despite the significant price improvements.
The property has undergone multiple price reductions from an initial $2.999M to $2.475M, which may indicate initial overvaluation or difficulty in finding the right buyer profile for this unique estate.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.2 |
| Square foot | 2,172 | 1,703.516 |
| Lot Size | 18,426 | 6,974.558 |
| Price | $2.48M | $1.64M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $944 |
| Built year | 1962 | 1972 |
| HOA | $0 | $984 |
| Days on market | 137 | 43 |
Oct 7, 2026
$2,475,000
$2,599,000
-5% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Aug 11, 2026
$2,599,000
$2,799,000
-7% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jun 30, 2026
$2,799,000
$2,999,000
-7% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jun 9, 2026
$2,999,000
Initial Listing
Feb 7, 2017
$1,275,000
Public Record