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  • Price cut: $202K (12/2)
    $1,998,000

    1610 Bulb Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    2beds
    1,029sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1947
    0.31 Acres Lot
    $1,907,400 Zestimate®
    $1,942/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Large patioBeautifully updated bathInside laundry area
    Prime Development property undergoing lot split for potential 10 additional units on back parcel AND & ADU approval on front parcel. Existing charming California 2/1 + 1/1 cottage style duplex carrier sits on the front portion of the property w/ a long driveway for parking & plenty of room for a planned additional 2 bedroom, 2 bath ADU (plans & bid available with sale). Rear parcel will use SB1123 zoned for up to 10 units. Property in total is 13,000+sq.ft., level & adjacent to Capitola! The super cute 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom main house spans 1,029 sq.ft. & features two ground floor bedrooms and a beautifully updated bath w/ tub. Large patio & inside laundry area w/ a washer & dryer. Also existing is a detached 1-bed, 1-bath ADU of approximately 300 sq ft (buyer to verify size), perfect for guest quarters or keep as additional rental income. Both units are fully rented. Exceptional flexibility & upside, this property is ideal for developers, investors, owner-users, or anyone looking to create a multi-unit rental property in one of Santa Cruz's highly desirable neighborhoods. Across from the Capitola Mall. Once completed, property could consist of the existing Duplex, an additional 2/2 ADU, and a 6,000 square foot vacant lot zoned for up to 10 units.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 01, 2025 at 01:07pm

    Listed by:

    Frank De Bernardo 01211552 831-901-2324,

    Frank De Bernardo, Broker 831-901-2324

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82024738MLS Logo

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
    Bathroom
    • Features: Tub, UpdatedBaths
    Dining room
    • Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
    Family room
    • Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
    Kitchen
    • Features: Countertop_Laminate, Hookups_Gas
    Heating
    • Central Forced Air Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Washer/Dryer
    • Laundry: Inside
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,029
    • Total interior livable area: 1,029 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Guest, Parking Area
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 0.31 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Sheds
    • Parcel number: 03112139000
    • Zoning: R-1-6
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1947

    Utilities & green energy

    • Gas: PublicUtilities
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Santa Cruz

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,942/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,273,449
    • Date on market: 10/14/2025
    • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
    • Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
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    Estimated market value

    $1,907,400

    $1.81M - $2.00M

    $3,474/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    12/2/2025Price change$1,998,000-9.2%$1,942/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82024738 Report a problem
    10/14/2025Listed for sale$2,200,000+83.3%$2,138/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82024738 Report a problem
    8/24/2021Sold$1,200,000+433.3%$1,166/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/16/2020Listing removed$2,650$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem
    4/9/2020Listed for rent$2,650$3/sqft
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    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $1,273,449 +2%
    2024$15,543 +4.7%$1,248,480 +2%
    2023$14,843 +2.3%$1,224,000 +2%

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $12,362/mo
    Principal & interest
    $9815
    Property taxes
    $1848
    Home insurance
    $699

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 95062

      Nearby schools

      GreatSchools rating
      Schools provided by the listing agent
      • District: LiveOakElementary

      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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