1524 17th Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Live Oak NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,237/month
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Contemporary Architecture
- Neighborhood Views
- Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Beamed Ceilings
About This Home
Live Oak Ocean Vibe If you've been looking for a well-maintained home with character, fresh Santa Cruz ocean air, and the bonus of rental income, welcome to Your Happy place. Set on a generous 9,235 sq. ft. lot, this inviting 3BR/2BA home is filled with natural light, soaring open-beam ceilings, saltillo tile floors, and warm wood accents. Tucked toward the rear of the property, the open living area with a warm gas fireplace feels far removed from the bustle of daily life. The spacious primary suite features an en-suite bathroom, vaulted ceilings, clerestory windows & wood accents. Freshly painted interior and exterior, a tastefully remodeled bath, and an attached 2-car garage complete the home's move-in-ready appeal. The permitted 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU offers vaulted ceilings, loft storage, and fully fenced private front and side yardsideal for a family compound, guests, a home office, or rental income to help offset your mortgage. Live Oak is a central hub. Just minutes to Sunny Cove Beach, Pleasure Point Surfing, Sunday Farmers Market, HWY 1, parks, shopping, dining, and local coffee shops. Whether you are catching waves, meeting friends for coffee, or enjoying sunset walks, everything that makes Santa Cruz special is close to home. Come for the house. Stay for the lifestyle.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1978
Lot Details
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Zoning described as RM-4
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Urethane Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,180 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
Flooring
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Stone Countertops In Bathroom
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Wood Insert Heater
- Wall Furnace
- Master Meter
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 029-131-35-000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,658 | $439,620 | $263,772 | $175,848 |
| 2025 | $6,324 | $431,000 | $258,600 | $172,400 |
| 2023 | $6,027 | $414,264 | $248,558 | $165,706 |
| 2022 | $5,865 | $406,141 | $243,685 | $162,456 |
| 2021 | $5,610 | $398,178 | $238,907 | $159,271 |
| 2020 | $5,539 | $394,095 | $236,457 | $157,638 |
| 2019 | $5,420 | $386,367 | $231,820 | $154,547 |
| 2018 | $5,312 | $378,792 | $227,275 | $151,517 |
| 2017 | $5,207 | $371,365 | $222,818 | $148,547 |
| 2016 | $5,111 | $364,083 | $218,449 | $145,634 |
| 2015 | $4,965 | $358,614 | $215,168 | $143,446 |
| 2014 | $4,883 | $351,589 | $210,953 | $140,636 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/23/2026 08/23/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/20/2026 08/20/26 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | 0.0% | $1,186 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2026 08/12/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/06/2026 08/06/26 | Price Changed | $1,399,000 | -2.8% | $1,186 / Sq Ft |
| 07/16/2026 07/16/26 | For Sale | $1,439,000 | -- | $1,219 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $350,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Individual Deed | $245,000 | Santa Cruz Title Company | |
| Gift Deed | -- | Santa Cruz Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $218,500 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82054413
APN: 029-131-36-000
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