NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1965 42nd Ave Capitola, CA 95010

Estimated Value: $1,205,000 - $1,521,741

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,333 Sq Ft
$974/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 18, 2025

Last sale price $1,230,000 $923 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,768 / mo

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

Lot Details

  • 5,750

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

5,750 Sq Ft Lot

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

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2025
Closed on
Aug 14, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
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
$1,298,435

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,435
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

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
Bought by

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
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

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
Bought by

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
Bought by

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
Bought by

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
Bought by

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
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $605,824
Previous Owner $417,000
Previous Owner $636,000
Previous Owner $416,000
Previous Owner $376,000
Closed $52,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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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

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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
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
2015 $7,471 $629,328 $377,597 $251,731
2014 $6,859 $566,724 $359,747 $206,977
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Shemeika Fox

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Shemeika Fox

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz

    (831) 588-2334

    102 Total Sales

    Shemeika Fox
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  • Kristen Valenza

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Kristen Valenza

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (888) 584-9427

    33 Total Sales

    Kristen Valenza
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82007636

MLSListings

APN: 034-201-27-000

California Santa Cruz County Capitola 95010

1965 42nd Ave, Capitola, CA

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