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Property Description
$325,000 Price Reduction: Walk to Black's Beach Three fixer-upper detached 1BR/1BA homes on approximately 20,000 SF high-density multifamily development site in the heart of Live Oak's coveted East Cliff Village neighborhood. This exceptional property combines coastal living with unparalleled walkability, offering multiple development paths in one of the most desirable beach communities. Development Potential: - Zoning: R-UH/RM-2.5 (General Plan/Zoning) - Conforming Density: Up to 19 units (14 base units + 5 density bonus units) - Current Structures: 3 single-family homes, in disrepair Development Options: 1. Full Redevelopment: Build up to 19 multifamily units on this premium coastal site 2. Partial Development: Add approximately 6 additional units while preserving existing structures 3. Single-Family Luxury: Rebuild existing homes for maximum privacy and outdoor space In a market starved for new housing, this site offers the rare combination of premium coastal location, exceptional walkability, and meaningful development scale. Additional Information: - Topographical survey available Please download and review Offering Memorandum. Buyer is responsible for verifying all development potential, density calculations, and project feasibility with local planning authorities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1430 Merrill St
General
- Sold For: $1,545,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Triplex
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82017110
- Added to Site: 284 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: None
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Street Parking
Location
- Area: Live Oak
- County: Santa Cruz
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Electric, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Water on Site
- Utility Description: Other
- Metering: Master Electric, Master Gas, Master Water
Structural Information
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
- Disability Access: None
- Square Feet: 1,630
- Year Built: 1927
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Square Feet: 550
- Bedrooms: 1
Unit 2
- Square Feet: 550
- Bedrooms: 1
Unit 3
- Square Feet: 550
- Bedrooms: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.451
- Minimum Lot Size: 19646
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 19,646
- Building Sites: 3
- Zoning: RM-2.5
Listed by David Lyng Real Estate, Troy Hinds
Sold by Room, Dylan Linde
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Schools
Schools serving 1430 Merrill St
School Districts:Live Oak Elementary School District, Santa Cruz City High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mission Hill Middle School 425 King Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 7-8 | 2.6 mi |
Harbor High School 300 La Fonda Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Santa Cruz High School 415 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Soquel High School 401 Soquel San Jose Road, Soquel, CA 95073 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1430 Merrill St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/05/2026
Sold
$1,545,000
-6.36%
MLS
3/29/2026
Price Reduced
$1,650,000
-16.46%
MLS
1/14/2026
Price Reduced
$1,975,000
-1%
MLS
10/16/2025
Price Reduced
$1,995,000
-20.04%
MLS
9/02/2025
Price Reduced
$2,495,000
-8.57%
MLS
8/06/2025
Listed
$2,729,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1430 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (MLS# ML82017110) is a Triplex property that was sold at $1,545,000 on May 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 1430 Merrill St? Do you have questions about finding other Triplex real estate for sale in Live Oak? You can browse all Live Oak real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

