572 Palisades, Santa Cruz, California 95062, Santa Cruz, 95062 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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Santa Cruz, California 95062
Analysis of 572 Palisades, Santa Cruz, California 95062 is currently available with a list price of $1,299,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Santa Cruz Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1984 (40 years old), the property is well-maintained and move-in ready. It features several key updates including a freshly painted exterior, newer appliances, and modern Trex decking. The interior shows clean hardwood floors, though some elements like the wall heater and stair carpeting appear dated, fitting the 'functional and well-maintained' criteria.
Situated in the iconic Pleasure Point neighborhood, this home offers exceptional walkability to world-class surf breaks, scenic coastal paths, and local amenities like coffee shops and restaurants.
The property is move-in ready, featuring a freshly painted exterior, hardwood floors, newer appliances, and updated Trex decking, providing a modern and low-maintenance lifestyle.
Rare for this high-density beach community, the home provides parking for up to four vehicles and includes oversized rear storage specifically designed for surf gear and outdoor equipment.
The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 915, living area = 1079.
With only one bathroom serving a two-bedroom layout, the home may present functional challenges for families or those who frequently host guests.
The $600 monthly association fee combined with a very compact 915 sq ft lot may be a deterrent for buyers seeking traditional single-family independence and more private yard space.
Live just a few blocks from the beach in the iconic Pleasure Point neighborhood of Santa Cruz. This bright 2-bed / 1-bath home offers 1,079 sq ft of comfortable coastal living. A freshly painted exterior gives the home standout curb appeal, hardwood floors, newer appliances and in-unit laundry make it move-in ready. Step outside and find everything a beach lifestyle requires: outdoor shower, oversized rear storage for all your gear, Trex decking and an exterior space perfect for unwinding. Tucked at the end of a quiet street beside a eucalyptus grove where Monarch butterflies gather, this two-story home is a quiet respite with extremely walkable beach access. Parking for up to 4 vehicles and lush landscaping surround the house. Pleasure point is home to a world-renowned surf break, coastal walking path overlooking sandy beaches and an explorable reef, during low tide. Easily walk to coffee shops, restaurants, surf stores, the Pleasure Point Market, and Moran Lake Park. Don't miss this beach community darling!
No exterior & parking available.
Grades 6-8 • 2.5 mi
Grades 6-8 • 3.6 mi
Grades 9-12 • 2.2 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,079 | 1,641 |
| Lot Size | 915 | 6,229 |
| Price | $1.30M | $1.57M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.2K | $939 |
| Built year | 1984 | 1978 |
| HOA | $600.0 | $288 |
| Days on market | 70 | 37 |
May 14, 2026
$1,299,000
Initial Listing
Feb 2, 2022
$1,125,000
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