121 Chilverton Street, Santa Cruz, California 95062, Santa Cruz, 95062 - 3 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$1,449,000
121 Chilverton Street, Santa Cruz, California 95062
3Beds
2Baths
1,648Sqft
7,187Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
The estimated value ($1,449,000) is $0 (0%) lower than the list price ($1,449,000). This property may be overpriced.
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Modern Renovations: The property boasts extensive and gorgeous updates, including a newer kitchen with stainless appliances, elegant bathroom remodels with new tile and finishes, and recessed lighting throughout, significantly enhancing its appeal and functionality.
Top Cons:
Historic Property Age: Despite recent updates, the home's original build date of 1918 may raise concerns for some buyers regarding the condition of underlying infrastructure (e.g., foundation, original plumbing, electrical) not explicitly mentioned as updated.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$1.45M vs avg $1.86M ($-414,000)34%
Size:1,648 sqft vs avg 1,700 sqft48%
Price/sqft:$879 vs avg $1.1K39%
More Insights
Built in 1918 (107 years old).
Condition: Despite being built in 1918, the property has undergone extensive and high-quality renovations, as described and evidenced by the images. The kitchen features newer warm wood cabinets, spacious granite/quartz countertops, and modern stainless steel appliances, complemented by recessed lighting. Both bathrooms are elegantly updated with modern fixtures, stylish tiling (including a walk-in shower with glass block and pebble floor in one), and contemporary vanities. The flooring throughout is easy-care wood-look and tile, appearing new and well-maintained. All visible components are in excellent condition, meeting current quality standards with no signs of deferred maintenance, indicating a recent and comprehensive overhaul.
Year Built
1918
Close
-
List price
$1.45M
Original List price
$1.5M
Price/Sqft
$879
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML81989221
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
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About this home
We all love to hear we look good for our age! This home has a build date of 1918, yet it has had gorgeous updates and remodels and looks amazing for it's age. Newer kitchen with warm wood cabinets, long spacious countertops, storage galore, newer stainless appliances, blended with a large family room and fireplace. Easy care flooring through out. Elegant bathroom updates, with gorgeous tile and finishes. The bedrooms are spaced apart great for working from home or studies. Recessed lighting, Large garage work space could be a tinkers delight or maybe an ADU? Large backyard great for pets and swing sets. The location is the best, situated in the Banana belt right in the middle between Downtown and Capitola shopping, entertainment and dining are just minutes away. Meet me in the middle, of town, and enjoy this sweet home. this is a must see!!
Condition Rating
Excellent
Despite being built in 1918, the property has undergone extensive and high-quality renovations, as described and evidenced by the images. The kitchen features newer warm wood cabinets, spacious granite/quartz countertops, and modern stainless steel appliances, complemented by recessed lighting. Both bathrooms are elegantly updated with modern fixtures, stylish tiling (including a walk-in shower with glass block and pebble floor in one), and contemporary vanities. The flooring throughout is easy-care wood-look and tile, appearing new and well-maintained. All visible components are in excellent condition, meeting current quality standards with no signs of deferred maintenance, indicating a recent and comprehensive overhaul.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Modern Renovations: The property boasts extensive and gorgeous updates, including a newer kitchen with stainless appliances, elegant bathroom remodels with new tile and finishes, and recessed lighting throughout, significantly enhancing its appeal and functionality.
Prime & Convenient Location: Situated in the desirable 'Banana belt' of Santa Cruz, the home offers an excellent central location, minutes away from Downtown and Capitola's shopping, entertainment, and dining options.
Versatile Garage Space: The large garage workspace presents significant potential for various uses, such as a hobby area, workshop, or even a future Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), adding considerable value and flexibility.
Functional Interior Layout: The interior features a large family room with a fireplace, easy-care flooring, and well-spaced bedrooms, ideal for modern living, including dedicated areas for working from home or studies.
Generous Outdoor Space: A large backyard provides ample space for outdoor activities, making it suitable for pets, children's play areas, or entertaining.
Cons
Historic Property Age: Despite recent updates, the home's original build date of 1918 may raise concerns for some buyers regarding the condition of underlying infrastructure (e.g., foundation, original plumbing, electrical) not explicitly mentioned as updated.
Recent Price Reduction: The property has seen a recent price reduction from $1.499M to $1.449M, which could indicate that the initial pricing was too ambitious or that market interest has been slower than anticipated.
Unspecified Major System Updates: While cosmetic and kitchen/bath updates are highlighted, the description does not specify if major systems like HVAC, roof, or main electrical/plumbing lines have been updated, which could be a concern for a home of this age.