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Property Description
Where historic charm meets modern comfort-with duplex potential in the heart of Santa Cruz. Step into this beautifully updated 1898 home, where vintage character blends w/ modern convenience. Zoned multi-family, it offers flexible living-enjoy it as one spacious home or create an income unit or duplex.The remodeled kitchen combines style & function with quartz countertops, stainless appliances & a standout butlers pantry with sink, prep space and extra storage-perfect for entertaining or your morning coffee ritual.Youll find new wood floors, updated plumbing & wiring, fresh interior & exterior paint & a fully remodeled downstairs bath. Laundry area includes a new LG washer & dryer, while upstairs features 2 sunny bedrooms, a bright bonus room-ideal for an office or creative space. Outside, enjoy drought-tolerant landscaping, new fencing, a partial new roof & a new driveway w/ added storage. The corner-lot location offers easy access to downtown, the Wharf, West Cliff Dr & Kaiser Permanente Arena-plus proximity to exciting new riverfront & housing projects. With 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & potential for separate meters & addresses, this property offers lifestyle flexibility & investment upside. Thoughtful upgrades, including a new tankless water heater, make it completely move-in ready.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 126 Cedar St
General
- Sold For: $1,299,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82011809
- Added to Site: 209 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage, Utility Room
- Interior Features: High Ceiling
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: 1 Shower over Tub, Stall Shower, Stone, Tile
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom
Other Rooms
- Family Room: No Family Room
- Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Gas Oven/Range, Pantry, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer / Dryer
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: None
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Street Parking
Location
- Area: West Santa Cruz
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Spruce Street
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Detached, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Disability Access: None
- Square Feet: 1,900
- Year Built: 1883
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.074
- Minimum Lot Size: 3223
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,223
- Grounds/Landscape: Drought-Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Low Maintenance
- Zoning: RES
- Lot Description: Level
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Double-Pane Windows, Low-Flow Shower, Low-Flow Toilet, Tankless Water Heater
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Schools
Schools serving 126 Cedar St
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bay View Elementary School 1231 Bay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Mission Hill Middle School 425 King Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Santa Cruz High School 415 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Harbor High School 300 La Fonda Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Soquel High School 401 Soquel San Jose Road, Soquel, CA 95073 | 9-12 | 4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 126 Cedar St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/26/2025
Sold
$1,299,000
—
MLS
9/29/2025
Price Reduced
$1,299,000
-6.21%
MLS
7/11/2025
Price Reduced
$1,385,000
-7.36%
MLS
6/20/2025
Listed
$1,495,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
126 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (MLS# ML82011809) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,299,000 on November 26, 2025. This property was listed by Michael Morgan from our Aptos Office.Want to learn more about 126 Cedar St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Santa Cruz? You can browse all Santa Cruz real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


