
Santa Cruz, California 95060
This Premier Westside Coastal Ranch is listed at $1,600,000, reflecting the high scarcity of Santa Cruz’s most coveted zip code. While positioned above the $1,479,215 Fair Market Value, the property’s Condition Rating of 3 ensures a turnkey experience with an updated granite kitchen and modern flooring. Its value is driven by elite proximity to West Cliff Drive and the Swift Street Courtyard social hub. This rare offering is perfectly suited for lifestyle-driven buyers or Owner-Occupants seeking a long-term sanctuary in a tightly-held coastal neighborhood.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 333 John Street Subject | $1,600,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,252 | $1,181 | - |
A 215 Younglove Avenue Sold | $1,550,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,299 | $1,193 | 0.6 mi |
B 1612 Escalona Drive Sold | $1,525,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,390 | $1,097 | 0.6 mi |
C 110 Mountain Way Sold | $1,750,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,706 | $1,026 | 0.9 mi |
D 144 Averitt Street Sold | $1,195,000 | 2 | 1 | 854 | $1,399 | 0.7 mi |
E 631 Almar Avenue Active | $1,459,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,452 | $1,005 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1964, the home has been well-maintained and updated. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and the interior shows modern recessed lighting and updated flooring. It is move-in ready and fits the criteria for a property with a 5-15 year old renovation.
Situated in the most coveted zip code in Santa Cruz, this property offers immediate proximity to West Cliff Drive and Steamer Lane, providing an elite coastal lifestyle.
The home is steps away from the Swift Street Courtyard, offering convenient walking access to local favorites like 11th Hour Coffee, Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing, and New Leaf Market.
Properties on this specific block are rarely available, with the last sale occurring in 2012, ensuring strong long-term value retention in a tightly-held neighborhood.
With a list price of $1.6M for 1,252 square feet, the property commands a significant premium that may challenge buyers looking for more interior living space.
Built in 1964, the home's modest ranch-style layout and original scale may require further modernization or expansion to meet the needs of contemporary luxury buyers.
Homes on the 300 block of John Street almost never hit the market - the last sale was 2012. Now the door is open. If you've been looking for the kind of life that feels like a Saturday morning every day - coffee in hand, the Pacific a few blocks away, a neighborhood that knows your name - that life exists. It starts here. This is the Westside of Santa Cruz. Most coveted zip in town. Once you land here, you don't leave. West Cliff Drive is minutes away: run the cliffside path, watch the surfers drop into Steamer Lane, or walk the dog while the fog burns off. This is your commute now. Come home to a beautiful single-story ranch - warm stucco exterior, mature bougainvillea at the entry, a blooming ornamental tree out front, and a backyard with real room to breathe: grassy, private, citrus tree heavy with fruit, and area for your projects. A few blocks away, Swift Street Courtyard is your new living room: 11th Hour Coffee, El Salchichero, Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing, New Leaf, and boutique wine tasting - all walkable. Locals guard it like a secret.The home is move-in ready. The life is ready too.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 | 49% |
| Square foot | 1,252 | 1,706 | 28% |
| Lot Size | 5,358 | 7,057 | 33% |
| Price | $1.60M | $1.38M | 67% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.3K | $845 | 86% |
| Built year | 1964 | 1977 | 39% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 7 | 96 | 2% |
Apr 15, 2026
$1,600,000
Initial Listing
Mar 18, 2011
$545,500
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