515 Escalona Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 - Photo 1

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$1,850,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
3 Full Baths
2,332 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

It's not hard to wonder why awe-inspiring Escalona Drive is cherished by locals for its charming homes, strollable location to downtown Santa Cruz, unbeatable commute location and top-ranked schools. "515" is in the heart of the West Side's most sought-after location. Lovingly owned by the same family for over 4 decades, this turn-key home is at once everything you need while affording upside potential to the most sophisticated buyers. The grand entrance welcomes you in to a pleasant, bright, inviting home. The spacious 3rd bedroom which is ripe for ADU potential and/or a 4th bedroom has its own entrance and patio. Southern orientation streams in sunlight to the primary suite and 3 separate living areas. Decks outside the dining and living areas offer that California Indoor-Outdoor flow and the perfect perch to bask in stunning coastal sunrises and sunsets. Situated in an elevated site, enjoy pleasant views of a picturesque neighborhood, the majestic cedar and the notion the ocean isn't far. Varying blocks away are the hip Abbey Cafe, Abbott Square, MAH, pedestrian bridge, Mission Hill Middle School, Pogonip trails and the bus stop to UCSC and beyond. Enjoy the fruit of mature persimmon and lemon trees and extra space to design a beautiful, expanded garden. Wired CAT6 network.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 515 Escalona Dr

General

Sold For: $1,850,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82008569
Added to Site: 237 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Den / Study / Office
Interior Features: Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet
Fireplace(s): Insert, Wood-Burning
Flooring: Vinyl / Linoleum, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Features: Dual-Flush Toilet, Showers over Tubs (2 or More), Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: More than One Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet

Other Rooms

Family Room: Separate Family Room
Kitchen: Electric Cooktop, Tile Countertop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Icemaker, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Pantry, Refrigerator
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside

Additional Information

Extras: Not Applicable
Security/Safety: Secured Garage / Parking

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, On Street

Location

Area: West Santa Cruz
County: Santa Cruz
Cross Streets: Hollywood

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Central Air (Gas/Forced Air), Fireplace

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Telecomm.: Cable TV, DSL , Fiber-Ready, Networked, Satellite Dish
Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

Construction: Detached
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition
Square Feet: 2,332
Year Built: 1970

Lot Features

Property View: Neighborhood
Lot Size (Acres): 0.158
Minimum Lot Size: 6882
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,882
Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Deck , Drought-Tolerant Plants, Storage Shed / Structure
Zoning: R
Fencing (Description): Complete Perimeter

Green Features

Energy Efficient: Double-Pane Windows, Low-Flow Toilet

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Schools

Schools serving 515 Escalona Dr

School Districts:Santa Cruz City Elementary School District, Santa Cruz City High School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Westlake Elementary School, Santa Cruz, CA 1000 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	K-5	0.6 mi
Mission Hill Middle School 425 King Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	7-8	0.2 mi
Santa Cruz High School 415 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	9-12	0.5 mi
Harbor High School 300 La Fonda Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062	9-12	2.7 mi
Soquel High School 401 Soquel San Jose Road, Soquel, CA 95073	9-12	4.5 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 515 Escalona Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/25/2025

Sold

$1,850,000

13.64%

MLS

5/28/2025

Listed

$1,628,000

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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.

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Beds
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515 Escalona Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (MLS# ML82008569) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,850,000 on June 25, 2025. This property was listed by Amba DesJardins from our Santa Cruz Office.Want to learn more about 515 Escalona Dr? 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.

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