
Watsonville, California 95076
Analysis of 91 Alta Vista, Watsonville, California 95076 is currently available with a list price of $825,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Watsonville 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 moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1961, the home is over 60 years old. While it features a new roof and new flooring as of last fall, the kitchen and bathroom remain significantly dated with older cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures likely exceeding 30 years in age. The property is functional and currently occupied, but requires modernization of its core interior spaces and likely its electrical/mechanical systems to meet modern standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 111688, living area = 625.
The 2.5-acre lot with CNS zoning provides a rare opportunity for diverse commercial uses or potential residential rezoning in a central city location.
The existing one-bedroom cottage features a new roof and updated flooring, offering immediate rental income or a turnkey living space while planning future development.
A significant rear portion of the property consists of slough land, which is considered unbuildable and restricts the total developable footprint of the site.
The flag-shaped lot and its unique positioning near a shopping center common area create an unconventional layout that may present access or privacy challenges.
PRICE REDUCED!!! Small one bedroom home in a unique location in the city limits of Watsonville. 2.5 acres in the center of town, including some parking area included in the common area of the shopping center. Flag shaped lot from Alta Vista. Rear portion of the property is slough land and considered unbuildable but a large portion of the site offers many possibilities. CNS zoning includes lots of potential uses. New roof and flooring this past fall. Build the commercial building of your choosing and live on site or collect rent from the caretaker cottage? Odd location but tenants have enjoyed living here. Owners think the highest and best option for the property would be to ask for a rezoning for housing. No representation is made as to the success, timing or cost of that proposal. There just aren't many vacant parcels left! If this property offers some options for your needs, check it out! Driveway and cul-de-sac provide access to existing sewer main. Fenced area is only a portion of the property. Property is listed as a commercial property as well.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 3.0 | 1% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 | 14% |
| Square foot | 625 | 1,496.5 | 1% |
| Lot Size | 111,688 | 10,890 | 76% |
| Price | $825.0K | $866.5K | 45% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.3K | $568 | 93% |
| Built year | 1961 | 1976 | 23% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 99 | 186 | 27% |
Mar 23, 2026
$825,000
$875,000
-6% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jan 13, 2026
$875,000
Initial Listing