Unique, iconic home in a world-class location, in the heart of Capitola Village. The beach is your backyard, and the cool ocean is your pool. During the day, lay in the sun, play in the cool Pacific Ocean, enjoy a beach barbecue for lunch, and stroll along the waters edge. At low tide, explore the tide pools on both sides of the small bay. In the evenings, sit on the upper-level deck and take in the ocean and sunset views with a glass of wine. Then cruise into the Village for dining or visit Shadowbrook Restaurant. Afterward, enjoy a peaceful beach walk under the light of the full moon. How classically cool can this be? You truly need to visit and experience this one-of-a-kind treasurethere is nothing comparable in Santa Cruz County.
The home offers approximately 1,850 square feet across two levels, with a locking door separating the spaces. There are 3 bedrooms total2 on the upper floor and 1 onVacation rental permits are available. The property has been recently remodeled. the lower level, which features a private beach access door. Each level includes a full kitchen and bathroom. Vacation rental permits are available. The property has been recently remodeled.
Do yourself a favor and come experience this incredible coastal retreat.
For sale
$4,187,650
1500 Wharf Rd APT 22, Capitola, CA 95010
3beds
1,850sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1927
1,350 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,264/sqft
$188/mo HOA
What's special
Ocean and sunset viewsRecently remodeledBeach is your backyardPrivate beach access doorUpper-level deck
- 3 days |
- 613 |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 07:11am
Listed by:
Paul Bailey 00546781 831-818-0406,
Bailey Properties 831-688-7434
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82041044
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, ReverseFloorPlan
Bathroom
- Features: FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas, 2 plus Zones
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Oven/Range, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,850
- Total interior livable area: 1,850 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered, Off Site
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 1,350 Square Feet
- Features: Flag Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 03519301000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Rights
- Services included: Sewer
- HOA fee: $2,260 annually
Location
- Region: Capitola
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,264/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,365,700
- Annual tax amount: $39,564
- Date on market: 3/31/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,187,650+44.4%$2,264/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82041044 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2016 | Sold | $2,900,000-3.2%$1,568/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2016 | Price change | $2,995,000-21.2%$1,619/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Santa Cruz #81586517 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2016 | Price change | $3,800,000-20.8%$2,054/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Santa Cruz #81586517 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2016 | Price change | $4,800,000-26.2%$2,595/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Santa Cruz #81586517 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $6,500,000$3,514/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Santa Cruz #81586517 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,564 +10.7% | $3,365,700 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $35,741 -1.4% | $3,180,916 -1.7% |
| 2023 | $36,258 +0.8% | $3,235,006 +2% |
| 2022 | $35,958 +2.2% | $3,171,574 +2% |
| 2021 | $35,195 +0.9% | $3,109,386 +1% |
| 2020 | $34,880 +2.4% | $3,077,503 +2% |
| 2019 | $34,055 +1.5% | $3,017,160 +2% |
| 2018 | $33,567 +1934.8% | $2,958,000 +3878.9% |
| 2017 | $1,650 +4.9% | $74,342 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,572 +10.2% | $72,884 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,427 +3% | $71,790 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,385 | $70,384 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $68,690 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $67,344 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,841 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $67,000 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $65,686 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $64,398 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $63,135 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $61,897 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $60,684 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $59,572 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $58,403 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $57,258 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $56,135 |
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Est. payment
$25,033/mo
Principal & interest
$21006
Property taxes
$3839
HOA Fees
$188
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Neighborhood: 95010
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Main Street Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10New Brighton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SoquelUnionElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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