Perched above Twin Lakes Beach with breathtaking Monterey Bay views, this coastal sanctuary on East Cliff Drive offers front-row seats to Santa Cruz's legendary surf and sunsets. Nestled in a prime location between the Harbor and Pleasure Point, this home provides the quintessential Santa Cruz lifestyle with ocean vistas from principal living spaces. The chef's kitchen is appointed with premium appliances including a professional-grade Thermador Range and Sub-Zero refrigerator. Watch dolphins play and sailboats glide by from your living room and deck. Walking distance to Harbor Beach, local restaurants, and Twin Lakes State Beach. Minutes to Capitola Village, downtown Santa Cruz, and major commute routes. Perfect for full-time coastal living or an exceptional beach retreat.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Craftsman
Year Built: 2000
Living Area: 1,400 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: David Lyng Real Estate
Office Phone: 831.429.5700
Listing Agent: Maureen Kendall
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Flooring Type: Wood
Fireplace: Free Standing
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 2
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
View: Bay, Marina, Ocean, Water
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking: Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: None
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Cross Street: 7th Ave
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,250,000
Price Per SqFt: $2,321/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $30,849
Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $1.8M more than the Median Sold Price and $1.4K/SqFt more than other homes in Santa Cruz, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #ML81984785
Listing Office:
Office Name: David Lyng Real Estate
Office Phone: 831.429.5700
Listing Agent: Maureen Kendall
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Sep 28, 2018
Sep 28, 2018Home Sold
$2,650,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$30,849
$2,731,004
2020
$30,562
$2,703,000
2019
$5,410
$2,650,000
2018
$5,411
$387,903
2017
$5,304
$380,299
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
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Nearby Schools
5
/10
Del Mar Elementary School
1959 Merrill St
Distance between this listing and this school0.84 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
5
/10
Gault Elementary School
1320 Seabright Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.05 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
/10
Live Oak Elementary School
1916 Capitola Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.29 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Shoreline Middle School
855 17th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.79 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
5
/10
Tierra Pacifica Charter
986 Bostwick Ln
Distance between this listing and this school1.52 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
5
/10
Branciforte Middle School
315 Poplar Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.58 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Alternative Family Education
840 N Branciforte Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.47 miles
Public District Grades KG-12
6
/10
Ark Independent Studies
840 N Branciforte Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.48 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
3
/10
Costanoa Continuation High School
840 N Branciforte Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.48 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,472. Residents of Santa Cruz, CA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 2615 E Cliff Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 2615 E Cliff Dr property is $3,250,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 2615 E Cliff Dr is a house located in Santa Cruz, California, 95062.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 2615 E Cliff Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $30,849 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on September 28, 2018 for $2,650,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 2615 E Cliff Dr has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 2615 E Cliff Dr is 1,400 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 2615 E Cliff Dr is 2000.
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This home is located at 2615 E Cliff Dr in Santa Cruz, CA and zip code 95062. This 1,400 square foot home, which was built in 2000, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 25, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,250,000.
Over 15 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Santa Cruz, CA. In the same period over 20 listings were sold below the listed price and 4 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Santa Cruz, CA between October 2024 and November 2024 increased by 1.6%. The median list price of listings available in November 2024 was $1,375,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 26 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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