RARE OPPORTUNITY: Premier High-Density Development Site with 3 Detached Carrier Income Dwelling Units - 6 Minutes to Black's Beach - Seize this extraordinary 19,500 SF corner lot in the heart of Live Oak's coveted East Cliff Village neighborhood, where coastal living meets unparalleled walkability. This pristine development site represents the perfect canvas for your next visionary project. In a market starved for new rental housing, this site offers the rare combination of premium coastal location, exceptional walkability, and meaningful development scale. Whether pursuing the recommended 19-unit multifamily project or exploring luxury single-family options, this property delivers both immediate returns and long-term wealth creation in one of California's most desirable coastal communities. Don't miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to develop at scale in Live Oak's walkable beach district. Development Potential That Delivers: General Plan/Zoned R-UH/RM-2.5 with approved density for 19 units (14 base + 5 density bonus), this property offers exceptional investment returns. Topographical Survey in process and deliverable for due diligence. Buyer is responsible to verify any and all development potential.
Lot/land
$2,729,000
1430 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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0.45Acres
Residential Development Land,
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0.45 Acres Lot
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What's special
Corner lot
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 06, 2025 at 09:22am
Listed by:
Troy Hinds 01803325 831-706-6224,
David Lyng Real Estate
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82017111

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Features
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Non_Conforming, Residence, Workshop
- Parcel number: 02727301000
- Zoning: RM-2.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Other
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Date on market: 8/6/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
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