
Soquel, California 95073
3.5-acre parcel in the heart of Soquel, recently re-zoned (RF-Min) for high-density residential and mixed-use development. Zoning designation offers an expedited, ministerial approval process no public hearings required and is exempt from CEQA, placing your project on the fast track. Potential for approximately 140± units, this property presents a significant opportunity to create a transformative residential or mixed-use community in one of Santa Cruz County's most desirable areas. The location is unbeatable: just minutes from New Brighton State Beach, Cabrillo College, Capitola Village, and major transportation lines. . Top-rated schools and coastal amenities enhance long-term appeal. As a designated Housing Element site, this parcel is aligned with mandates to increase housing supply. The County Planning Department supports streamlined development, imposing no additional County standards or discretionary reviews. This is more than land it's a ready-made opportunity for developers looking to deliver housing with fewer barriers and faster timelines in a sought-after coastal market. The property includes two existing homes served by natural gas, public sewer, and a private well. Public water is at street with available allocations through Soquel Creek Water District.
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
Built in 1947 (>70 years old) with no evidence of renovation. The listing focuses entirely on the 3.5-acre land value for high-density development (140 units). Visuals show structures with significant wear, including roof tarps and makeshift additions, indicating the existing homes are obsolete compared to the land's development potential.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 152634, living area = 2040.
The 3.5-acre parcel is re-zoned for high-density residential and mixed-use, offering a rare opportunity to develop approximately 140 units in a high-demand coastal market.
As a designated Housing Element site with RF-Min zoning, the project benefits from ministerial approval and CEQA exemption, bypassing public hearings and significantly reducing development timelines.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2040, other record living area = 1392. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
With over 700 days on the market and a recent price reduction, the property may face perceived stagnation or valuation challenges despite its significant development upside.
The presence of two 1940s-era homes and reliance on a private well necessitates substantial demolition and infrastructure coordination with the Soquel Creek Water District to support high-density use.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.3 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.9 |
| Square foot | 2,040 | 2,076.5 |
| Lot Size | 152,634 | 20,554.014 |
| Price | $3.50M | $1.43M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.7K | $768 |
| Built year | 1947 | 1981 |
| HOA | $0 | $108 |
| Days on market | 649 | 54 |
Aug 8, 2025
$3,500,000
Initial Listing
Jan 13, 2025
$3,900,000
Initial Listing
Mar 12, 1998
$350,000
Public Record