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Discover comfort and convenience in this newly updated home, one side of a duplex located at 2530 Capitola Road in Santa Cruz. Ideally situated in the heart of Live Oak, the property is a short walk to Live Oak Elementary School and a short bike ride to beaches, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes, offering excellent access to the best of Santa Cruz.
The home offers a bright and functional layout, with a living room upon entry that flows directly into the dining area and kitchen. The kitchen is being fully updated with modern cabinetry, contemporary finishes, and new appliances, creating a fresh and inviting space for everyday living.
Both bedrooms are generously sized. The primary bedroom offers a comfortable retreat, while the second bedroom includes direct access to the private backyard, providing convenient indoor outdoor living ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying morning coffee.
The home has been newly renovated inside, featuring new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, a fully remodeled kitchen, and updated lighting and fixtures. It also offers a large private backyard with newly installed turf for low-maintenance outdoor living, along with an attached garage. A brand-new garage door is scheduled for installation.
Sold for $1,210,000
Tax assessed value
$1,210,000
2530 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
2beds
848sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$774,200 Zestimate®
$1,427/sqft
$3,812 Estimated rent
Home value
$774,200
$643,000 - $929,000
$3,812/mo
Zestimate® history
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Private backyardContemporary finishesModern cabinetryLarge attached garageNew appliancesBright and functional layout
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 848 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Wall
Details
- Parcel number: 02914202
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Community
- Deposit fee: $3,595
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,427/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,210,000
- Date on market: 1/14/2026
- Date available: 01/25/2026
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2026 | Listing removed | $3,595$4/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,595$4/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Sold | $1,210,000+149.5%$1,427/sqft |
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| 4/9/2010 | Sold | $485,000+49.2%$572/sqft |
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| 10/29/1999 | Sold | $325,000$383/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,210,000 +93.3% |
| 2025 | $9,781 +4.9% | $626,051 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,324 +4.9% | $613,775 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,885 +2.8% | $601,740 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,642 +4% | $589,941 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,308 +1.4% | $578,374 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,193 +2.2% | $572,443 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,016 +2.1% | $561,219 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,847 +2% | $550,215 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,691 +2.4% | $539,425 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,509 +2.9% | $528,848 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,300 +1.8% | $520,904 +2% |
| 2014 | $7,172 | $510,701 +12% |
| 2012 | -- | $455,900 -4.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $475,300 +22.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $386,717 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $387,636 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $380,036 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $372,584 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $365,279 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $358,117 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $351,095 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $344,660 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $337,902 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $331,276 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $324,780 |
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Neighborhood: 95062
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Live Oak Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Shoreline Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- NASpecial Education PreschoolGrades: Distance: 0.8 mi
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- California
- Santa Cruz County
- Santa Cruz
- 95062
- 2530 Capitola Rd