312 Elm Street, Santa Cruz, California 95060, Santa Cruz, 95060 - 2 bed, 2 bath
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Santa Cruz, California 95060
This 1930s Spanish-Style Cottage offers a character-rich Sanctuary listed at $1,149,000, reflecting the stability of the Santa Cruz market and its $1,141,908 Fair Market Value. Maintaining a Fair Condition Rating, the home preserves its historic soul with Saltillo tile floors, arched doorways, and a light-filled sunroom/artist studio. The property features a tiled deck and a lush drought-resistant garden with mature fruit trees, providing a premium coastal Lifestyle. Situated in a Prime Coastal Location walkable to beaches and local schools, this home perfectly suits Owner-Occupants or first-time buyers.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 312 Elm Street Subject | $1,149,000* List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,036 | $1,042 | - |
A 141 Walk Circle Sold | $1,200,000 | 2 | 2 | 998 | $1,202 | 1.0 mi |
B 205 Roosevelt Terrace Sold | $1,025,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,194 | $858 | 0.7 mi |
C 10 Mary Case Lane Active Under Contract | $1,199,000 List Price | 3 | 3 | 1,262 | $950 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
This 1930s Spanish-style cottage is well-maintained and full of character, but it falls into the fair category due to its age and lack of a recent comprehensive renovation. While it features charming elements like Saltillo tile and a sunroom conversion, the galley kitchen and exterior laundry hookups are indicative of an older layout. The property appears to be maintained through regular upkeep rather than modern updates, meeting the criteria for a home built over 20 years ago with functional but dated components.
Situated on a quiet street in the heart of Santa Cruz, this property offers exceptional walkability and bikeability to beaches, downtown shops, restaurants, and local cultural venues.
This 1930s Spanish-style cottage features unique vintage details including arched doorways, Saltillo tile floors, and a light-filled sunroom/artist studio enhanced by skylights and clerestory windows.
The property boasts a drought-resistant garden filled with mature fruit trees and multiple outdoor living spaces, including a brick patio and tiled deck, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining.
The original garage has been converted into a sunroom, which may be a drawback for buyers requiring covered vehicle parking or traditional enclosed workshop space.
Washer and dryer hookups are located in a sheltered area on the back deck rather than within the main interior living space, which may be less convenient during inclement weather.
In escrow with standard contingencies. Sellers would LOVE to see a strong back up offer. Don't be bashful! A Spanish-style jewel on a quiet street, this 2 bed, 1.5 ba stucco cottage is naturally cool in summer and comfortably warm in winter. Step inside the graceful arched doorway to the cozy living room with hand-selected Saltillo tile floors, garden views, and Taos-feel fireplace. Short hallways lead to bedrooms, bathrooms, and a galley kitchen with hardwood floor and plenty of cupboard space. Skylights, clerestory windows & glass doors provide pure natural light as you step from the larger bedroom into the sunroom/artists studio. Formerly a garage, this light-filled room has 2 sets of double doors to patio and garden areas. Open the doors & provide a delightful indoor-outdoor space for gatherings, w/ a brick patio in front home & a tiled deck overlooking a drought-resistant garden of flowering shrubs & fruit trees. Pick your own avocados, pears, lemons & tangerines, dine in the garden with friends, breakfast in the sunroom as birds and butterflies flit about. While there's no garage, 2 small sheds, discreetly located, offer storage space; washer-drier hookups are found in a sheltered back-deck area. Close to the heart of vibrant Santa Cruz.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 | 26% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 | 49% |
| Square foot | 1,036 | 1,706 | 14% |
| Lot Size | 3,398 | 7,057 | 18% |
| Price | $1.15M | $1.36M | 21% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $845 | 77% |
| Built year | 1930 | 1977 | 14% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 141 | 100 | 60% |
Jan 22, 2026
$1,149,000
$1,195,000
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Dec 13, 2025
$1,195,000
$1,214,900
-2% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Dec 2, 2025
$1,214,900
Initial Listing