520 Ocean View Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 - Photo 1

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$2,300,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,043 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Welcome to the heart of Santa Cruz, a rare offering featuring two well developed homes plus a third detached Artist Studio on a landscaped 8,400 sq ft parcel. Located on a quiet, well-established street, this property blends coastal charm, thoughtful design, and exceptional versatility. Primary residence showcases vintage mid-century character with a sophisticated remodel. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features wood floors, a gas fireplace, skylights, and ideal western exposure. Chefs kitchen includes a Wolf gas range, designer lighting, and custom finishes. Seamless indoor-outdoor living with a wood deck, spa, and sauna perfect after a day at the nearby ocean. Detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers polished concrete floors, vaulted beamed ceilings, a wood stove, and a private entrance ideal for guests. A third freestanding structure of approx. 520sf provides additional flexibility for storage, studio use, or potential development. Surrounded by permaculture gardens, mature fruit trees, tropical landscaping, and raised beds. West-facing orientation brings ocean breezes and great natural light. Both homes are single-level for ease and accessibility. Minutes to beaches, amenities, and top-rated schools, this unique multi-unit property captures the best of the Santa Cruz lifestyle.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 520 Ocean View Ave

General

Sold For: $2,300,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82045615
Added to Site: 57 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Artist Studio, Storage
Interior Features: High Ceiling , Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling , Wet Bar
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas-Burning, Insert, Living Room

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Features: Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Outside Access, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Sauna, 2 Stall Showers or More

Bedrooms

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

Other Rooms

Family Room: Separate Family Room
Kitchen: Other Countertop, Gas Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Pantry, Refrigerator
Laundry: Washer / Dryer
Guest Quarters: 520

Additional Information

Extras: Not Applicable

Parking

Parking Features: Off-Street Parking

Location

Area: East Santa Cruz
County: Santa Cruz
Cross Streets: Broadway

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan
Heating Type: Electric, Radiant

Utilities

Sewer: Sewer Connected
Water: Public
Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Bungalow, Craftsman, Modern / High Tech, Ranch, Traditional
Construction: Detached, Wood Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Square Feet: 2,043
Year Built: 1943

Lot Features

Minimum Lot Size: 8407
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,407
Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Courtyard, Deck , Drought-Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Firepit, Low Maintenance, Outdoor Fireplace, Sprinklers - Lawn, Storage Shed / Structure
Zoning: R
Lot Description: Level, Regular
Fencing (Description): Wood

Green Features

Energy Efficient: Green Features, Low-Flow Toilet, Skylight

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Schools

Schools serving 520 Ocean View Ave

School District:Santa Cruz City Elementary School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Gault Elementary School 1320 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062	K-5	0.5 mi
Harbor High School 300 La Fonda Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062	9-12	1.5 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 520 Ocean View Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/02/2026

Sold

$2,300,000

9.52%

MLS

5/05/2026

Listed

$2,100,000

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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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520 Ocean View Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (MLS# ML82045615) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,300,000 on June 02, 2026. This property was listed by Paul Cuccia from our Aptos Office.Want to learn more about 520 Ocean View Ave? 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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