1444 N Branciforte Avenue, Santa Cruz, California 95065, Santa Cruz, 95065 - 5 bed, 3 bath
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Santa Cruz, California 95065
Analysis of 1444 N Branciforte Avenue, Santa Cruz, California 95065 is currently available with a list price of $1,925,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. 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 both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has undergone a comprehensive, high-end renovation within the last 5 years, presenting in mint 'HGTV' condition. Key features include a modern open floor plan, designer spa-like bathrooms with premium tile and fixtures, updated wide-plank flooring, and high-end systems including solar panels and a finished epoxy garage.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 16248, living area = 2688.
The home features high-end, HGTV-style interior finishes and a functional floor plan, offering a move-in-ready experience with a spa-like primary suite and modern upgrades.
Ideally situated steps from De Laveaga Park and local favorites like Shoppers Corner, with excellent proximity to beaches and easy access to Highways 1 and 17 for commuters.
Located on North Branciforte Avenue, a primary thoroughfare, the property may experience higher levels of ambient traffic noise compared to more secluded side streets.
While beautifully remodeled, the 1971 construction date suggests that some underlying systems or structural elements may be nearing the end of their typical lifespan.
Beautiful inside and out, this 5 bed/3 bath home looks straight out of an HGTV show. Situated on a spacious lot with outstanding curb appeal, the gorgeous landscaping and inviting front porch set the tone from the moment you arrive the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee while listening to the birds. Inside, the floor plan flows naturally with the main level offering elegant living spaces plus a private bedroom, ideal for guests or a home office. Upstairs you will find the additional bedrooms, including an oversized primary suite complete with a spa-like en suite bathroom and the kind of closet you have always dreamed of. The backyard is an entertainer's paradise with beautiful hardscaping for al fresco dinner parties surrounded by lush landscaping. The location is unbeatable. Steps from outdoor adventure at De Laveaga, stunning beaches, acclaimed restaurants like The Midway and Akira, beloved local market Shoppers Corner, and world-renowned Sante Adairius. Easy access to both Highway 1 and 17 makes commuting a breeze. Turnkey, timeless and totally captivating, this one truly hits all the notes.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 3.0 | 90% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,688 | 1,757 | 70% |
| Lot Size | 16,248 | 8,342 | 70% |
| Price | $1.93M | $1.40M | 70% |
| Price per sq ft | $716 | $840 | 20% |
| Built year | 1971 | 1971 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 23 | 119 | 10% |
May 14, 2026
$1,925,000
Initial Listing
May 13, 2025
$1,200,000
Public Record
Oct 4, 2013
$722,000
Public Record