229 Alamo Avenue, Santa Cruz, California 95060, Santa Cruz, 95060 - 2 bed, 2 bath

229 Alamo Avenue, Santa Cruz, California 95060 home-pic-0
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$1,278,000
229 Alamo Avenue, Santa Cruz, California 95060
2Beds
2Baths
2,281Sqft
5,358Lot
Year Built
1973
Close
-
List price
$1.28M
Original List price
$1.28M
Price/Sqft
$560
HOA
-
Days on market
53 Days
Sold On
2026-01-09
MLS number
ML82027800
Home ConditionPoor
Features
Good View: Park/Greenbelt, Neighborhood
Deck
ViewPark/Greenbelt, Neighborhood

About this home

Fairly Priced:The estimated price is in line with the list price. We found 4 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $1.28M(28th), sqft - 2281(71th), beds - 2(18th), baths - 2(50th).

Welcome to this charming house on a quiet, upper westside street. With spacious living areas and a generous 5,358 sq ft lot, the house has a unique and potentially flexible floor plan which now consists of 2 separate, private homes, each with a bedroom, bath and living area. This could be ideal for extended family or as an owners' home with a rental unit. The upstairs home has vaulted ceilings and many windows offering abundant natural light and treetop views across the arroyo. Step out onto the front balcony to catch the glint of sunlight reflected off of the Monterey Bay and, on a clear day, peeks of the Bay through the trees. The kitchen sports vintage tile countertops, a breakfast bar, tons of cabinet space and a skylight. The roomy primary bedroom opens onto a wide deck overlooking the backyard. A walk-in closet and full bath complete the upstairs. The downstairs is a stylish, 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence with a living room and kitchenette. French doors lead out to the yard with plenty of room for gardening.There's a laundry room and attached garage. 229 Alamo Avenue is conveniently close to the Farmers Market, the University of California, hiking and biking trails, restaurants, breweries and shops. Public records show this as a 1 bedroom, 1 bath home with a second unit.

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/17/25
Listing
$1,278,000
Condition Rating
Poor

Built in 1973, this property is over 50 years old. The upstairs kitchen features significantly dated 'vintage tile countertops,' dark wood cabinets, and older white appliances, requiring substantial modernization. The entryway also has very dated blue tile flooring and light fixtures. While the downstairs kitchenette and living area show more recent updates, the overall condition of the primary living space and the age of the home's core systems (as highlighted in the property analysis for potential system updates) indicate a need for substantial repairs and rehabilitation beyond minor cosmetic changes.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Income Potential/Flexible Living: Property features two separate, private residences, ideal for multi-generational living or generating rental income, confirmed by public records as a second unit.
Prime Santa Cruz Location: Situated on a quiet upper westside street, offering excellent proximity to UC Santa Cruz, local markets, dining, breweries, and extensive hiking/biking trails.
Natural Light & Partial Bay Views: Abundant natural light throughout, vaulted ceilings upstairs, treetop views across an arroyo, and glimpses of Monterey Bay from the front balcony.
Generous Outdoor Spaces: Features a spacious 5,358 sq ft lot, a wide primary bedroom deck, and a private yard with gardening potential.
Spacious Interiors & Essential Amenities: Offers spacious living areas, an attached garage, and a dedicated laundry room, enhancing convenience and comfort.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 2, other record bedroom count = 1.
Dated Kitchen Finishes: The upstairs kitchen features 'vintage tile countertops' which may require modernization to appeal to contemporary tastes.
Property Age & Potential for System Updates: Built in 1973, the home is over 50 years old, suggesting that major systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical, HVAC) or other components may be original and could require future upgrades.
Non-Traditional Layout: The current configuration as two distinct living units, while flexible, may not suit buyers seeking a conventional, cohesive single-family home layout, potentially narrowing the buyer pool.

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