208 Germaine Avenue, Santa Cruz, California 95065, Santa Cruz, 95065 - 3 bed, 2 bath

208 Germaine Avenue, Santa Cruz, California 95065 home-pic-0

208 Germaine Avenue

Santa Cruz, California 95065

ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
CONDITION: GOOD
3Beds
2Baths
1,607Sq Ft
6,490Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$1,299,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$1,486,953
12% BelowMARKET VALUE

SUMMARY

Estimated Market Value

$1,486,953 +$187,953 Equity Potential
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Santa Cruz.

Comparable Sales Map

Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently

Address Sold Price BedsBathsSq Ft$/SqftDistance
208 Germaine Avenue
Subject
$1,299,000*
List Price
321,607$925-
A
120 Corinne Ave
Active Under Contract
$1,349,000
List Price
321,385$9740.2 mi

* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Good
TeardownExcellent

Property is move-in ready.

The property is move-in ready and features significant recent cosmetic updates, including beautifully refinished hardwood floors and fresh interior paint. The kitchen is updated with stainless steel appliances and modern surfaces, and the bathrooms appear well-maintained with updated vanities. While the home was built in 1962, the high level of maintenance, updated landscaping, and functional modern features align with the 'good' condition category.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Recent Cosmetic Updates

    The property features beautifully refinished hardwood floors and fresh interior paint, providing a modern, move-in-ready aesthetic for potential buyers.

  • Exceptional Curb Appeal

    Updated landscaping and an inviting front porch create a strong first impression and offer a functional outdoor space to enjoy the neighborhood atmosphere.

  • Prime Recreational Location

    Situated with easy access to world-class surfing, mountain biking at Demonstration Forest, and major commuter thoroughfares, the home is ideal for active lifestyles.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • Vintage Infrastructure

    Built in 1962, the home may require updates to underlying systems such as plumbing, electrical, or insulation that are not addressed by recent cosmetic improvements.

  • Limited Interior Square Footage

    At 1,607 square feet, the living space may be considered compact for the price point, potentially challenging for larger families or those requiring a dedicated home office.

About 208 Germaine Avenue

Nestled in the Santa Cruz Gardens neighborhood, this 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home features wonderful curb appeal thanks to updated landscaping and an inviting front porch, the perfect spot to savor your morning coffee while watching the neighborhood come to life. Recent updates include beautifully refinished hardwood floors and paint. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers wonderful separation of space. While the common areas flow together beautifully. The living room is anchored by a cozy fireplace, an ideal spot to curl up in front of with a good book or your favorite show during the cooler months. Spend your weekends enjoying the near year-round good weather that Santa Cruz has to offer in the spacious backyard with plenty of room for gardening, playing fetch with Fido, BBQing with guests or simply relaxing. With easy access to major commuter thoroughfares, world-class outdoor recreational activities like hiking or mountain biking at Demonstration Forest or surfing at the point, delicious locally owned restaurants, shopping, and more, its easy to see what makes this home so special.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1962
Lot Size
6,490 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
2 (2 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)
Beds3.03.0
50%
Baths2.02.0
50%
Square foot1,6071,736.5
50%
Lot Size6,4909,744.5
31%
Price$1.30M$1.30M
50%
Price per sq ft$808$814
50%
Built year19621967
44%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market43173
13%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Jan 23, 2026

$1,299,000

Initial Listing

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