$1,810,000

beds

baths

1,759

square ft

712 California Street

Santa Cruz, California 95060

Closed / MLS #82014458 / Single Family / Santa Cruz

Listing information updated 12/11/2025 at 4:27pm

Charming. Darling. Handsome. Take your pick! This delightful home on California Street is ready to win your heart. Show off your California pride and make it yours! Originally built in 1933, this thoughtfully updated Craftsman blends timeless character with modern comfort in one of Santa Cruz's nicest neighborhoods. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approx 1,759 square feet of living space, the home offers a warm, inviting layout with seamless indoor-outdoor flow perfect for relaxing and entertaining. A cheerful blue door, bright bougainvillea, and raised garden beds welcome you to the classic front porch. This home retains its classic soul while benefiting from a tasteful modern expansion. The family room opens up through French doors to a private, inviting backyard oasis. A big bonus is the ~400sqft, finished attic, tall enough to walk through and brimming with potential. Whether you envision a creative studio, home office, guest retreat, or extra storage, the possibilities are endless. Close to Santa Cruz High and a short stroll to downtowns shops, restaurants, and markets, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and versatility. Updated, full of personality, and a great location: this is Santa Cruz living at its finest.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Craftsman

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Central Forced Air_ Gas, Radiant Floors, Stove_ Wood

Appliances:

Cooktop Gas, Oven Range Gas, Washer Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

92 Years

Roof Type:

Composition

Parking Type:

Garage - Attached Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage - 1 Car(s)

Square Feet:

1,759

Lot Size:

5009 SquareFeet

Acreage:

0.115

Internal Features:

High Ceiling, One Or More Skylights, Open Beam Ceiling

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

N/A

Tax Year:

N/A

Location

Zip Code:

95060

City:

Santa Cruz

County:

Santa Cruz

Schools

School District(s):

Santa Cruz City Elementary

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Craftsman

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Central Forced Air_ Gas, Radiant Floors, Stove_ Wood

Appliances:

Cooktop Gas, Oven Range Gas, Washer Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

92 Years

Roof Type:

Composition

Parking Type:

Garage - Attached Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Garage - 1 Car(s)

Square Feet:

1,759

Lot Size:

5009 SquareFeet

Acreage:

0.115

Internal Features:

High Ceiling, One Or More Skylights, Open Beam Ceiling

Tax Amount:

N/A

Tax Year:

N/A

Zip Code:

95060

City:

Santa Cruz

County:

Santa Cruz

School District(s):

Santa Cruz City Elementary

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Agent: Walter Stauss

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

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