
Capitola, California 95010
This triplex presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $1,199,000—positioned slightly above the $1,171,842 Fair Market Value. While the property requires capital expenditure due to its Condition Rating of 5, the MU-N Zoning and prime location near Capitola Village provide significant long-term upside. The vacant rear unit allows for immediate renovation, making this a strategic Value-Add Asset. This property is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants looking to leverage rental income while building equity through modernization.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 516 Capitola Avenue Subject 0 bd · 0 ba · 1,526 sqft · $768 | $999,000* List Price | 0 | 0 | 1,526 | $768 | - |
A 511 Capitola Avenue Active 0 bd · 0 ba · 2,065 sqft · $726 · 0.0 mi | $1,500,000 List Price | 0 | 0 | 2,065 | $726 | 0.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1948 and marketed as a 'value-add' opportunity, the property shows significant signs of age with no evidence of recent major renovations. Interior photos reveal dated knotty pine paneling, older cabinetry, and worn carpeting, while the listing description explicitly suggests the need for renovation and potential redevelopment.
Situated in the heart of Capitola, the property is within walking distance to Capitola Village, the beach, and local dining, ensuring high rental demand and long-term appreciation.
The triplex configuration with a vacant 2-bedroom rear unit allows for immediate renovation and owner-occupancy or market-rate leasing while generating steady income from the other two units.
Zoned MU-N (Mixed Use, Neighborhood) and offered alongside an adjacent 2-unit property, this site provides a rare opportunity for significant redevelopment or a 5-unit portfolio expansion.
Built in 1948 and marketed as a 'value-add' opportunity, the property likely requires substantial capital expenditure to modernize systems and finishes to meet current market standards.
With three units occupying a 3,441 square foot lot, the property has a high density that limits private outdoor space and may complicate future expansion footprints.
A rare value-add opportunity in the heart of Capitola, just minutes from Capitola Village, the beach, restaurants, and shops. This versatile triplex features three units across two structures, offering multiple possibilities for investors, owner-occupants, or buyers seeking a Capitola second home with rental income. The front building includes a 1-bedroom/1-bath unit and studio/1-bath unit, while a detached 2-bedroom/1-bath residence sits privately toward the rear. The rear unit features in-unit laundry and will be delivered vacant, creating an opportunity to renovate and make it your own while generating income from the other two units. Each unit has its own off-street parking space. Zoned MU-N (Mixed Use, Neighborhood), the property offers intriguing potential for future improvements or redevelopment, subject to City approval. Build equity through renovation, explore the property's longer-term possibilities, or reposition a well-located investment. Adjacent 2-unit property also available, creating a rare opportunity to acquire 5 units across two neighboring Capitola properties.
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Oct 20, 2026
$999,000
$1,199,000
-17% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Sep 4, 2026
$1,199,000
Initial Listing