152 Myrtle St Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,495
Sq Ft
5,009
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
- Tile Countertops
- 4-minute walk to Neary Lagoon Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Escape to this romantic Carmel-style cottage in Santa Cruz. A beautifully maintained, mature English garden leads to your artist's retreat. This 1,485-square-foot home features three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, including a primary suite with cathedral ceilings and a walk-in shower. The fully fenced, spacious backyard offers a private art studio or yoga retreat, a full-width gate for vehicle access, and a one-car garage with ample parking for two vehicles in the driveway. Walk to shopping, restaurants, galleries, the beach, and the Boardwalk. Easy freeway access makes your commute a breeze.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors License #00695795 Listed on: 05/06/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,819
Year Built
- Built in 1990
Lot Details
- 5,009 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as R1
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,495 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Dining Area
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Tile Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Home Security
- Alarm System
- Fire Sprinkler System
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 004-033-13-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2025
Closed on
Jul 10, 2025
Sold by
Roohparvar Shahab
Bought by
Myrtle Rental Llc
Seller's Agent
Linda Charman
Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Frank De Bernardo
Frank De Bernardo, Broker
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.34%
Views
36
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.07%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2025
Closed on
Jun 11, 2025
Sold by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Bought by
Roohparvar Shahab
Seller's Agent
Linda Charman
Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Frank De Bernardo
Frank De Bernardo, Broker
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.34%
Views
36
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 2020
Sold by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Bought by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2020
Sold by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Bought by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2017
Sold by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Bought by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 2014
Sold by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Bought by
Clayden Benjamin R and Clayden Carrie R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2014
Sold by
Ferris White R and Ferris Noel M
Bought by
Clayden Benjamin and Clayden Carrie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$578,760
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2010
Sold by
Ferris White R and Ferris Noel M
Bought by
Ferris White R and Ferris Noel M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$406,700
Interest Rate
4.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2008
Sold by
Ferris Noel M and Parker White R
Bought by
Ferris White R and Ferris Noel M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,250
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 2005
Sold by
Ferris White R and Ferris Noel M
Bought by
Ferris Ehite R and Ferris Noel M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 2004
Sold by
Ferris White R and Ferris Noel M
Bought by
Ferris White R and Ferris Noel M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2003
Sold by
Urbani Joseph
Bought by
White Raymond P and Ferris Noel M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$377,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 9, 2002
Sold by
Urbani Joseph and Urbani Joe
Bought by
Urbani Joseph
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$33,500
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 1999
Sold by
Urbani Jayne
Bought by
Urbani Joseph and Urbani Joe
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
2.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 1994
Sold by
Kinley Terry and Urbani Joe
Bought by
Urbani Joe
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,475,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $723,500 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity Natl Title Co Of Ca | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity Natl Title Co Of Ca | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lenders Choice Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Financial Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Financial Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $580,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $510,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $569,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $578,760 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $406,700 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $139,250 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $580,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $377,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $537,500 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $33,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $348,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $290,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $145,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Sold | $1,475,000 | -1.3% | $987 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2025 05/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $1,000 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,819 | $871,342 | $522,805 | $348,537 |
| 2023 | $9,701 | $837,507 | $502,504 | $335,003 |
| 2022 | $9,594 | $821,085 | $492,651 | $328,434 |
| 2021 | $9,396 | $804,985 | $482,991 | $321,994 |
| 2020 | $9,324 | $796,731 | $478,039 | $318,692 |
| 2019 | $9,122 | $781,109 | $468,665 | $312,444 |
| 2018 | $9,019 | $765,793 | $459,476 | $306,317 |
| 2017 | $8,905 | $750,778 | $450,467 | $300,311 |
| 2016 | $8,418 | $736,057 | $441,634 | $294,423 |
| 2015 | $8,224 | $725,000 | $435,000 | $290,000 |
| 2014 | $6,165 | $533,524 | $301,556 | $231,968 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Linda Charman
Seller's Agent in 2025
Linda Charman
Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors
(831) 465-7700
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
-
Frank De Bernardo
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Frank De Bernardo
Frank De Bernardo, Broker
(831) 901-2324
1 in this area
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82005646
APN: 004-033-13-000
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