Karen Ross
Re/max Crossroads
(925) 319-5994
58 Total Sales
1 in Capitola
$1,925,000 Price
Estimated Value: $3,320,000 - $4,129,531
Perched above the heart of Capitola Village, 1540 Prospect Ave offers a front-row seat to breathtaking coastal panoramas, where the iconic Cement Ship, the longest stretch of shoreline in the county, and the endless blue of the Pacific converge in a living canvas of sea and sky. Inside a grand hallway unfolds, lined with four bedroomstwo pairs connected by Jack and Jill baths. As you reach the end of the corridor, prepare to be swept away: a wall of glass reveals a sweeping view of the ocean, casting the spacious living room in radiant natural light. Behind it, the open-concept kitchen is perfectly positioned for entertainingpour a cocktail, prepare a feast, and never miss a moment of the setting sun as it melts into the horizon. This home is rich with artistic architectural touches, blending mid-century inspiration with timeless charm. A detached garage with a versatile loft space above awaits your visionwhether a WFH office, yoga studio, or guest quarters. The thoughtfully designed front yard features hardscaping and mature landscaping, while the backyard is a charming courtyard with covered storage for surfboards and coastal essentials. Rarely does a property like this come to marketa coastal escape with soul, style, and one of the best views in all of Santa Cruz County.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Room Real Estate License #70010074 Listed on: 04/23/2025
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Karen Ross
Re/max Crossroads
(925) 319-5994
58 Total Sales
1 in Capitola
$1,925,000 Price
Paul Burrowes
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 480-0660
43 Total Sales
2 in Capitola
$421K - $450K Price Range
Tim Proschold
Luxuriant Realty
(650) 753-7481
27 Total Sales
1 in Capitola
$765,000 Price
Bonafede Team
Compass
(669) 266-0177
262 Total Sales
1 in Capitola
$1,025,000 Price
Kim Richman
Compass
(669) 230-0411
80 Total Sales
1 in Capitola
$3,058,888 Price
Geneva Lawless
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 708-9272
84 Total Sales
3 in Capitola
$565K - $2.6M Price Range
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $4,000,000 | Stewart Title | ||
| Crissman Roger W | -- | None Available | |
| Colletta Marjorie | -- | None Available |
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Sold | $4,000,000 | +14.3% | $1,783 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | For Sale | $3,500,000 | -- | $1,560 / Sq Ft |
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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 | $3,535 | $4,080,000 | $3,774,000 | $306,000 |
| 2025 | $3,535 | $109,073 | $57,821 | $51,252 |
| 2023 | $3,088 | $104,838 | $55,576 | $49,262 |
| 2022 | $2,981 | $102,782 | $54,486 | $48,296 |
| 2021 | $2,858 | $100,767 | $53,418 | $47,349 |
| 2020 | $2,787 | $99,734 | $52,870 | $46,864 |
| 2019 | $2,723 | $97,779 | $51,834 | $45,945 |
| 2018 | $2,636 | $95,861 | $50,817 | $45,044 |
| 2017 | $2,577 | $93,980 | $49,820 | $44,160 |
| 2016 | $2,458 | $92,138 | $48,844 | $43,294 |
| 2015 | $2,245 | $90,754 | $48,110 | $42,644 |
| 2014 | $2,171 | $88,976 | $47,168 | $41,808 |
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jayson Madani
Room Real Estate
(831) 234-6683
535 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate
(831) 247-0922
369 Total Sales
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82003593
APN: 034-046-04-000
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