4525 Opal Cliff Dr Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Pleasure Point Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,968
Sq Ft
7,100
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Formal Dining Room
- Forced Air Heating System
- Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
- Electric Gate
- 1-minute walk to Opal Cliffs Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Extremely rare double lot, ocean view oasis on Opal Cliff Drive ,one of the most highly sought after addresses in Santa Cruz County. A short stroll to Capitola Village, walk out your front door, across the street, down the stairs, to world famous Pleasure Point! This exquisitely remodeled home sits directly across the street from Privates beach park, & features stunning, unobstructed ocean views from Aptos to Point Lobos. The office easily blends as a 4th bedroom w/adjacent bath. Reverse floor plan takes advantage of the ocean & Monterey views. The beautifully designed kitchen is open & airy, equipped with Sub Zero refrigerator,6 burner Viking cooktop/range with double ovens, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawers, 2 stainless steel sinks, one of which is a prep sink. Sitting on an expansive 14,000 +/- sq ft double lot, this massive back yard provides a private and secure playground, enough room for a volleyball court, a secondary driveway,2 car garage, &/or an ADU!The hot tub & outdoor kitchen includes a built-in BBQ, storage, ample counter space to entertain & a built in fireplace. Parcels are separate & can be divided. 2nd parcel # is 033-152-32-000.While erosion continues to affect ocean & cliff front homes ,this house will remain for generations to enjoy!Check it out!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01145599 Listed on: 01/26/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,536
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 7,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as R-1-5
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Electric Gate
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,968 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Separate Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 033-152-07-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 26, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Griffith Family Trust and Griffith Shawna Jean
Bought by
Merritt Family Living Trust and Merritt
Seller's Agent
Craig Springbett
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Danny Alvarez
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$9,988,000
Sold Price
$6,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,788,000
-37.93%
Views
132
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
48.16%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2019
Sold by
Griffith John S and Griffith Shawna J
Bought by
Griffith Shawna Jean and Griffith John S
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $6,200,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,900,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $862,278 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $886,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $900,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $900,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $465,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | Sold | $6,200,000 | -10.1% | $2,089 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2025 05/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | Price Changed | $6,900,000 | -13.7% | $2,325 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | Price Changed | $7,995,000 | -11.1% | $2,694 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2025 03/20/25 | Price Changed | $8,995,000 | -9.9% | $3,031 / Sq Ft |
| 01/26/2025 01/26/25 | For Sale | $9,988,000 | -- | $3,365 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,536 | $808,718 | $268,462 | $540,256 |
| 2023 | $9,903 | $777,315 | $258,038 | $519,277 |
| 2022 | $9,778 | $762,073 | $252,978 | $509,095 |
| 2021 | $9,428 | $747,131 | $248,018 | $499,113 |
| 2020 | $9,326 | $739,469 | $245,474 | $493,995 |
| 2019 | $9,109 | $724,970 | $240,661 | $484,309 |
| 2018 | $8,959 | $710,754 | $235,942 | $474,812 |
| 2017 | $8,835 | $696,818 | $231,317 | $465,501 |
| 2016 | $8,366 | $683,155 | $226,781 | $456,374 |
| 2015 | $8,152 | $672,894 | $223,375 | $449,519 |
| 2014 | $7,999 | $659,713 | $218,999 | $440,714 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Craig Springbett
Sereno Group
(831) 239-9966
3 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Pamela Samuelson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 247-1522
7 in this area
98 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Danny Alvarez
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 818-4181
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81991794
APN: 033-152-07-000
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