$1,230,000
SOLD AUG 18, 2025

1965 42nd Ave Capitola, CA 95010

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,333 Sq Ft
5,750 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$923 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

81 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Solar owned by a third party
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 1965 42nd Avenue, Capitola. This serene coastal retreat is in one of Capitola's most desirable and accessible neighborhoods. This charming home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,333 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,750 sq. ft. lot. From the lush, vibrant front yard with inviting curb appeal to the private and beautifully landscaped backyard, every corner of this property is designed for comfort, style and enjoyment. Just minutes from the beach and the lively Capitola Village, this has the perfect mix of privacy and convenience. Picture morning surf sessions, afternoons spent browsing boutiques, and evenings filled with sunset dinners by the water. Inside, the single level, open-concept layout flows effortlessly from the modern kitchen featuring polished concrete countertops to a private backyard designed for entertaining. AstroTurf provides easy maintenance, while a sunny deck and tropical landscaping bring the ultimate in outdoor living. The detached studio with its own mini-split system is the perfect home office, creative retreat, or quiet sanctuary. Enjoy the added benefits of leased solar, a new roof, replaced sewer lateral, carport & off-street parking. This is more than just a home; its your ticket to the Capitola lifestyle!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shemeika Fox

KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #01479629 Listed on: 05/19/2025

KW Thrive Santa Cruz

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristen Valenza

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02138153

eXp Realty of California Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,333 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Off-Street Parking

Additional Features

  • Solar owned by a third party
  • 5,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 034-201-27-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1333
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Free Standing, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen
  • Living Sq Ft: 1333
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: Off-Street Parking
  • Carport Min: 1

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 034-201-27-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1320
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5750.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5750.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Leased

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 14, 2025
Sold by
Lewis Andrea
Bought by
Green Benjamin Aaron and Green Kaitlyn Marie
Seller's Agent
Shemeika Fox
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Buyer's Agent
Kristen Valenza
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,230,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$169,000
-12.08%
Views
131
Current Estimated Value
$1,265,468

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$35,468
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2014
Sold by
Wyzga Ronald E and The Ronald E Wyzga Survivors T
Bought by
Lewis Andrea

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$605,824
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 2014
Sold by
Wyzga Ronald E and Wyzga Family Trust
Bought by
Wyzga Ronald E and Ronald E Wyzga Survivors Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$605,824
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2011
Sold by
Wyzga Ronald E and Wyzga Pamela R
Bought by
Wyzga Ronald E and Wyzga Pamela R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2008
Sold by
Birch Deanna L
Bought by
Wyzga Ronald E and Wyzga Pamela R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2006
Sold by
Schwerdtfeger Jeffrey M
Bought by
Birch Deanna L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$636,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2003
Sold by
Schwerdtfeger Karen L
Bought by
Schwerdtfeger Jeffrey M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2003
Sold by
Schilling Erica
Bought by
Schwerdtfeger Jeffrey M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2003
Sold by
Demiranda Flavia
Bought by
Schilling Erica

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
6.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2001
Sold by
Amaral Flavia Demiranda
Bought by
Demiranda Flavia
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,230,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $617,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $575,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Grant Deed $795,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Grant Deed $500,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Grant Deed $470,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $605,824 FHA
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $636,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $416,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $376,000 No Value Available
Closed $52,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Sold $1,230,000 -12.1% $923 / Sq Ft
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $1,050 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $9,231 $756,358 $453,815 $302,543
2023 $9,016 $726,988 $436,193 $290,795
2022 $8,900 $712,733 $427,640 $285,093
2021 $8,681 $698,758 $419,255 $279,503
2020 $8,582 $691,593 $414,956 $276,637
2019 $8,378 $678,032 $406,819 $271,213
2018 $8,235 $664,737 $398,842 $265,895
2017 $8,117 $651,703 $391,022 $260,681
2016 $7,680 $638,925 $383,355 $255,570
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82007636

MLSListings

APN: 034-201-27-000