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.
Sold for $1,810,000 on 08/11/25
$1,810,000
712 California St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3beds
1,759sqft
Single Family Residence,
Built in 1933
5,009 Square Feet Lot
$1,809,900 Zestimate®
$1,029/sqft
$6,660 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 11, 2025 at 08:04am
Listed by:
Walter Stauss 01105052 831-246-4663,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Alistair Craft, 01402715
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82014458

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, StallShower, Tile, UpdatedBaths
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Concrete, Countertop_Stone
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas, Radiant Floor, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven/Range, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, In Utility Room
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Open Beam Ceiling
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,759
- Total interior livable area: 1,759 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Spa features: Other, Spa/HotTub
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,009 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 00649204
- Zoning: R15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence,
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: Other
Services availability
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$1,809,900
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