$650,000
SOLD JUN 18, 2025

308 River St Unit B23 Santa Cruz, CA 95060

2 Beds
1 Bath
757 Sq Ft
$742/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$859 Per Sq Ft

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Unit is on the top floor
  • In Ground Pool
  • City Lights View
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Gated Community
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to the charming penthouse condo located in a secure, gated community in beautiful Santa Cruz. Breathtaking views of the City Lights & the Mountains. This complex is set back from the street for privacy! Perfect for those looking to enjoy the coastal lifestyle of Santa Cruz. The kitchen is well-equipped with stainless steel appliances & granite countertops making meal prep a breeze. The interior features, a combination of laminate & tile flooring, provides a mix of durability & style. The living room includes a dining area & boasts a welcoming fireplace, adding warmth & ambiance to your gatherings. For your convenience, the laundry area is inside & comes with a washer & dryer. Additional amenities include a security gate for added safety & double pane windows for energy efficiency & a private deck. There is 2 tandem garage spaces plus 3rd dedicated parking space for you. The community also offers a heated underground pool for year-round enjoyment, bbq picnic ares + gated access to San Lorenzo River/Levee Trail. This home is minutes to Downtown, Restaurants, Clothing & Gift stores, UCSC, Boardwalk, beaches & the Santa Cruz Wharf. Fishing on the Wharf is so fun plus all the seals are there to greet you. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful home your own!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diana Mercer

Compass License #01017978 Listed on: 04/08/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Andrea Kisling

Compass License #02157722

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,853

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Security Fence
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $742 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Tandem Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Electric Gate
  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • On-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 757 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Security Gate
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Low Flow Shower

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue Area

Location

  • Unit is on the top floor

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Separate Meters
  • Individual Gas Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 008-481-05-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area electricity, common area gas, decks, electricity, exterior painting, fencing, garbage, insurance - common area, insurance - flood, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, maintenance - road, organized activities, pool spa or tennis, roof, water / sewer
  • 36 Units
  • River Street Park HOA
  • Built by River Street Place
  • The community has rules related to parking rules
  • Rental Restrictions

Amenities

  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,853

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$742 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Restrictions: Age - No Restrictions, Family Park, Guest Restrictions, Park Rental Restrictions, Parking Restrictions, Pets - Allowed
  • Age: 32
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Maximum Unit Floor Number: 23
  • Max Numberof Unitsin Building: 36
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 36
  • Structure Sq Ft: 757
  • Complex Name: River Street Place
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Zoning Description: Condominium
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 757
  • Stories: 3
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Fire System - Sprinkler, Secured Garage / Parking, Security Fence
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Pool Description: Community Facility, Pool - In Ground
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • View: City Lights, Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Fenced, Low Maintenance
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Assigned Spaces, Detached Garage, Electric Gate, Gate / Door Opener, On Street, Parking Restrictions, Tandem Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 742
  • HOA Amenities: BBQ Area, Community Pool, Community Security Gate, Elevator
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Common Area Gas, Decks, Electricity, Exterior Painting, Fencing, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Insurance - Flood, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Maintenance - Road, Organized Activities, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Roof, Water / Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: River Street Park HOA
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Security Gate

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City Elementary

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 008-481-05-000

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters
  • Unit Features: End Unit, Top Floor or Penthouse

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City Elementary

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2022
Sold by
Langha Shakil and Langha Shiba M
Bought by
Ashiana Family Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2021
Sold by
Gregori Steven and Bronzini Kymberly
Bought by
Langha Shakil and Surti Shiba M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$504,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2019
Sold by
Ress Jessica
Bought by
Gregori Steve and Bronzini Kymberly D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2019
Sold by
Gregori Steve and Bronzini Kymberly D
Bought by
Gregori Steve and Bronzini Kymberly

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2014
Sold by
The A N Warburton Iii Trust and Warburton Alfred N
Bought by
Ress Jessica

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$294,400
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 21, 2009
Sold by
Warburton Alfred Newcombe
Bought by
The A N Warburton Iii Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2001
Sold by
Verhines Kathy
Bought by
Warburton Alfred Newcombe

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,050
Interest Rate
7.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 1996
Sold by
Warburton Alfred Newcombe
Bought by
Warburton Alfred Newcombe

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,200
Interest Rate
7.34%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 1993
Sold by
River Street Place
Bought by
Warburton Alfred Newcombe

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,200
Interest Rate
4.5%
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 -- --
Grant Deed $560,000 Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Grant Deed $515,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $368,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Co
Grant Deed $129,000 Santa Cruz Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $504,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $61,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $294,400 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,050 No Value Available
Previous Owner $15,021 Unknown
Previous Owner $103,200 Balloon
Previous Owner $103,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Sold $650,000 0.0% $859 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $650,000 -- $859 / 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 $6,853 $594,277 $415,994 $178,283
2024 $6,853 $582,624 $407,837 $174,787
2023 $6,773 $571,200 $399,840 $171,360
2022 $6,700 $560,000 $392,000 $168,000
2021 $6,250 $520,335 $312,201 $208,134
2020 $6,203 $515,000 $309,000 $206,000
2019 $4,870 $396,480 $277,536 $118,944
2018 $4,818 $388,706 $272,094 $116,612
2017 $4,760 $381,085 $266,759 $114,326
2016 $4,512 $373,612 $261,528 $112,084
2015 $4,354 $368,000 $257,600 $110,400
2014 $2,312 $178,867 $69,330 $109,537
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82001693

MLSListings

APN: 008-481-05-000