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Property Description
Tucked away on a flag lot in the heart of Live Oak, this beautifully updated single-level home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Set on an expansive lot with abundant gardening potential, the property provides a peaceful retreat just minutes from 41st Avenue shopping, dining, and world-class surfing at Pleasure Point. Inside, natural light fills the thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, a cozy gas fireplace, and spacious living areas ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen brings a refreshing coastal personality with custom tile accents and cool ocean tones, creating a stylish focal point. Granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and an easy connection to the dining area make the space as functional as it is inviting. The home offers four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated with coastal-inspired vanities, designer tile work, and beautifully tiled tub/shower enclosures. Outside, the oversized lot offers endless opportunities to create your dream garden, entertain outdoors, or simply enjoy the privacy of the setting. An attached two-car garage completes the package.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1540 Bulb Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,500,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82051002
- Added to Site: 67 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl / Linoleum
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Primary - Stall Shower(s), 1 Shower over Tub, Tile
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat
Other Rooms
- Family Room: No Family Room
- Kitchen: Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Area
Location
- Area: Live Oak
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Capitola Road
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,738
- Year Built: 1978
Lot Features
- Minimum Lot Size: 12066
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,066
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Fenced
- Zoning: R-1-6
- Lot Description: Flag-Shaped Lot
- Fencing (Description): Fenced Back
Listed by Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, Brezsny Associates
Sold by Hc44p, Zach Kirkpatrick
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Schools
Schools serving 1540 Bulb Ave
School District:Live Oak Elementary School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Live Oak Elementary School, Santa Cruz, CA 1916 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Shoreline Middle School 855 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Soquel High School 401 Soquel San Jose Road, Soquel, CA 95073 | 9-12 | 1.4 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 1540 Bulb Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/31/2026
Sold
$1,500,000
0.07%
MLS
7/29/2026
Listed
$1,499,000
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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.
1540 Bulb Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (MLS# ML82051002) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,500,000 on August 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 1540 Bulb Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family 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.

