146 Market Street, Santa Cruz, California 95060, Santa Cruz, 95060 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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Santa Cruz, California 95060
Analysis of 146 Market Street, Santa Cruz, California 95060 is currently available with a list price of $850,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. 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.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1914 with no evidence of recent renovations, this property is a classic fixer-upper. The listing description explicitly states it needs a 'full remodel' and 'tender loving care,' targeting buyers with 'remodeling experience.' Exterior photos show significant deferred maintenance, including peeling paint and weathered siding, indicating that the kitchen, baths, and core systems (HVAC/Electric) likely require a complete overhaul.
This turn-of-the-century property offers a prime value-add opportunity for investors or flippers to renovate and resell for profit in a high-demand Santa Cruz market.
Built in 1914, the home possesses classic charm and 'endless possibilities' for a buyer looking to restore a vintage residence with unique period details.
With 1,684 square feet of living space, the home provides a generous layout for a two-bedroom residence, offering flexibility for reconfiguration or adding a third bedroom.
The property is in need of significant 'tender loving care' and a full remodel, which will require a substantial additional capital investment and construction expertise.
The current 2-bed, 1-bath configuration for a home of this size is considered functionally obsolete by modern standards, necessitating costly plumbing additions to maximize value.
The owner considered doing a full remodel but is now offering you the chance to purchase this turn-of-the-century home and make it your own or renovate and resell for profit. This property is full of potential and ready for someone with vision and remodeling experience. The home needs tender loving care, but the possibilities are endless. County records indicate approximately 1,684 square feet of living space situated on a 5,445 square foot lot. An incredible opportunity for the right buyer who knows their way around a renovation and can bring new life to a classic home.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 | 26% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 | 13% |
| Square foot | 1,684 | 1,620 | 51% |
| Lot Size | 5,445 | 7,057 | 32% |
| Price | $850.0K | $1.36M | 3% |
| Price per sq ft | $505 | $886 | 12% |
| Built year | 1914 | 1974 | 6% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 19 | 117 | 1% |
May 18, 2026
$850,000
Initial Listing