




520 Ocean View Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
2,043
Lot Size
8,407 sqft
Year Built
1943
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
2
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
0
MLS #
ML82045615
Interior Features
Walk In Closets
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Appliances
Gas Oven, Refrigerator
Heating
Electric, Radiant
Total Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Off Street
Patio & Porch
Deck
Fencing
Wood
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Direction Faced
West
Lot Features
Level
Water Source
Public
$0
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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