22130 E Cliff Drive 3d, Santa Cruz, California 95062, Santa Cruz, 95062 - 2 bed, 2 bath

22130 E Cliff Drive 3d, Santa Cruz, California 95062 home-pic-0

22130 E Cliff Drive 3d

Santa Cruz, California 95062

ACTIVE
CONDITION: GOOD
2Beds
2Baths
1,226Sq Ft
1,176Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$1,500,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of 22130 E Cliff Drive 3d, Santa Cruz, California 95062 is currently available with a list price of $1,500,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. 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.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Good
TeardownExcellent

Property is move-in ready.

The property is move-in ready and features a refreshed kitchen with stainless steel appliances and updated countertops, as well as a modernized primary bathroom. While the 1974 construction is evident in some areas like the carpeting and certain fixtures, the home has been well-maintained and the most critical high-value areas have been updated recently enough to avoid immediate renovation needs.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Prime Oceanfront Location

    Situated directly on the sand with a private gate for beach access, this unit offers rare, unobstructed panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and coastline from the third floor.

  • Modernized Key Spaces

    The property features a refreshed kitchen and primary bathroom, providing immediate value and a contemporary feel in the most essential areas of the home.

  • Unique Historical Pedigree

    Formerly owned by the renowned satirist and musician Tom Lehrer, the property possesses a unique 'local lore' and storied history that adds significant character and conversational value.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • Partial Renovation Needs

    While key areas are updated, the property is noted as needing further 'personal touches' to truly sparkle, suggesting that some secondary spaces or finishes may still be in original 1974 condition.

  • High Carrying Costs

    The monthly association fee of $750 is a substantial recurring expense that may impact the overall affordability and debt-to-income ratio for prospective buyers.

About 22130 E Cliff Drive 3d

22130 E Cliff Dr Unit D Oceanfront living on the sand with views that never get old. Perched on the 3rd floor of a rare East Cliff Drive complex, this bright and open condo delivers panoramic ocean and beach views right from your living space just steps from the waters edge, a private gate to the sand from this complex makes this extra special. Inside, enjoy a refreshed kitchen and primary bath, with an open-plan layout that invites the light in and lets you savor sunsets from your private balcony. With two bedrooms and two baths, the space feels generous and ready for everyday coastal living yet theres still room for someone to add their personal touch to make this unit sparkle and make it truly their own. This special condo carries a bit of local lore too: it was owned by the great satirist and musician Tom Lehrer, in fact shadows where his sheet music once hung still linger on the wall, making it as storied as its setting. Live where others vacation, listen to the waves, watch surfers and sunsets, and step onto the sand whenever you like.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Condominium
Year Built
1974
Lot Size
1,176 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
2
Total Bathrooms
2 (2 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$750.0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds2.02.0
50%
Baths2.01.0
70%
Square foot1,226767.5
90%
Lot Size1,176675
90%
Price$1.50M$690.0K
90%
Price per sq ft$1.2K$781
80%
Built year19741977
50%
HOA$750.0$492
70%
Days on market9171
10%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 26, 2026

$1,500,000

Initial Listing

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