Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, California 95062, Santa Cruz, 95062 - bed, bath
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$1,295,000
Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, California 95062
0Bed
0Bath
1,696Sqft
6,752Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
Estimation data not available
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Income-Generating Duplex: The property features two 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units with separate electric meters, single-car garages, and laundry hookups, making it an ideal investment or owner-occupancy opportunity with rental income.
Top Cons:
Property Age & Potential System Updates: Built in 1964, the property may have older systems (plumbing, electrical, etc.) that could require future updates or maintenance not explicitly detailed as renovated.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$1.29M vs avg $1.65M ($-352,500)50%
Size:1,696 sqft vs avg 2,227.5 sqft50%
Price/sqft:$764 vs avg $71850%
More Insights
This property has been on the market for 110 days.
Built in 1964 (61 years old).
Condition: Built in 1964, this property shows its age, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms which feature significantly outdated cabinets, countertops, appliances (coil-top stove), and fixtures. While these areas appear functional and clean, they require substantial cosmetic updates to meet current standards. However, the property benefits from recent major maintenance, including a brand-new roof (installed Sept 2025, likely a typo for 2024/2023) and new laminate flooring in the bedrooms of the vacant unit, indicating regular upkeep. The overall condition is maintained but dated, fitting the 'fair' category where major components are functional but show signs of being outdated, requiring minor updates or repairs.
Year Built
1964
Close
-
List price
$1.29M
Original List price
$1.29M
Price/Sqft
$764
HOA
-
Days on market
110 Days
Sold On
2025-12-31
MLS number
ML82021353
Home ConditionFair
Features
Patio
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About this home
Welcome to 2520 and 2530 Capitola Road! Both of these units offer 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, single car garages, laundry hookups, and private sun-drenched back yards. The sizable yards provide ample space for pets, outdoor activities and potential landscaping opportunities to customize to your wants and needs. Backyards are big enough for an ADU for more income possibilities. A brand-new roof was installed in Sept 2025, along with premium laminate flooring in the bedrooms of the vacant unit. Separate electric meters, and nicely-sized bedrooms make this property suitable as an investment opportunity or the ability to live on one side and rent the other. This duplex is in a premium location - minutes to beaches, surf, restaurants, shopping, parks, Simpkins Swim Center, and more. Buyer to verify school district boundary lines.
Condition Rating
Fair
Built in 1964, this property shows its age, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms which feature significantly outdated cabinets, countertops, appliances (coil-top stove), and fixtures. While these areas appear functional and clean, they require substantial cosmetic updates to meet current standards. However, the property benefits from recent major maintenance, including a brand-new roof (installed Sept 2025, likely a typo for 2024/2023) and new laminate flooring in the bedrooms of the vacant unit, indicating regular upkeep. The overall condition is maintained but dated, fitting the 'fair' category where major components are functional but show signs of being outdated, requiring minor updates or repairs.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Income-Generating Duplex: The property features two 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units with separate electric meters, single-car garages, and laundry hookups, making it an ideal investment or owner-occupancy opportunity with rental income.
Prime Coastal Location: Situated in a premium Santa Cruz location, the property is minutes away from beaches, surf spots, restaurants, shopping, parks, and recreational facilities.
ADU Development Potential: Sizable private backyards offer ample space for outdoor activities and present a significant opportunity for adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to boost future income potential.
Recent Major Capital Improvement: A brand-new roof was installed (Sept 2025, likely a typo for 2024 or recent completion), providing a significant upgrade and reducing immediate maintenance concerns for the buyer.
Private Outdoor Spaces: Each unit benefits from a private, sun-drenched backyard, offering valuable outdoor living space for pets, recreation, and potential landscaping.
Cons
Property Age & Potential System Updates: Built in 1964, the property may have older systems (plumbing, electrical, etc.) that could require future updates or maintenance not explicitly detailed as renovated.
Extended Days on Market: With 110 days on market, the property has been listed for a relatively long period, which could indicate pricing challenges or other factors affecting buyer interest.
Vague School District Information: The high school district is listed as 'Other' with a note for the buyer to verify boundaries, which could be a drawback for family-oriented buyers prioritizing specific school zones.