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Property Description
Coastal living meets opportunity on Portola Drive! Just moments from the Santa Cruz coastline, Pleasure Point surf, beaches, parks, and local favorites, this charming single-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,174 sq ft, and a 5,009 sq ft lot. A freshly painted exterior, natural stone accents, white board-and-batten siding, a two-car garage, and drought-tolerant landscaping create inviting curb appeal. Inside, warm hardwood floors flow through the living room, where a whitewashed brick fireplace anchors the space. The kitchen features oak cabinetry, dark granite countertops, a gas cooktop island, and stainless steel appliances. A versatile bonus room/sunroom opens to the spacious fenced backyard with a storage shed, mature fruit tree, and room to garden or entertain. The primary ensuite features a tiled shower, while the hall bathroom offers a tub/shower combination. The garage includes built-in cabinetry and laundry hookups. Ideally positioned between Pleasure Point and Capitola Village and just steps from Privates Beach and surf access, this home puts coastal living at your doorstep. Ready for its next chapter, this is a wonderful opportunity to make your mark in one of Santa Cruzs coveted coastal neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4535 Portola Dr
General
- Price: $1,599,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82062650
- Updated: Today (10/4/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Attic, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Solarium
- Interior Features: Garden Window
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Tile
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Built-In Oven/Range , Gas, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street
Location
- Area: Live Oak
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: 41st
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air), Fireplace
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 1,174
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.115
- Minimum Lot Size: 5009
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,009
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Drought-Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto
- Zoning: R-1-5
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Listed by David Lyng Real Estate, Lynsey Mckee
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Schools
Schools serving 4535 Portola Dr
School District:Soquel Elementary School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Soquel Elementary School 2700 Porter Street, Soquel, CA 95073 | K-5 | 1.4 mi |
New Brighton Middle School 250 Washburn Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Soquel High School 401 Soquel San Jose Road, Soquel, CA 95073 | 9-12 | 1.8 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 4535 Portola Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/04/2026
Listed
$1,599,000
45.36%
MLS
5/07/2019
Sold
$1,100,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 4535 Portola Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$15,656
—
$1,251,612
2%
2025
$15,656
10%
$1,227,071
4%
2023
$14,281
1%
$1,179,422
2%
2022
$14,125
3%
$1,156,296
2%
2021
$13,688
1%
$1,133,624
1%
2020
$13,549
37%
$1,122,000
41%
2019
$9,893
8%
$796,296
8%
2018
$9,118
4%
$735,088
6%
2017
$8,798
11%
$693,480
8%
2016
$7,927
7%
$642,111
6%
2015
$7,430
10%
$605,765
11%
2014
$6,770
14%
$545,735
17%
2013
$5,951
—
$466,440
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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4535 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (MLS# ML82062650) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 4535 Portola Dr is currently listed for $1,599,000 and was received on October 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 4535 Portola Dr? 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.

