226 Merced Avenue

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

$1,550,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,260 Sq. Ft.
$1,230 / Sq. Ft.
1,260
Sq. Ft.
$1,230
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Westside beach house just 1-1/2 blocks from the ocean! With a new roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated vinyl flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms, this move-in ready home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac, just a short stroll to West Cliff Drive. Its within walking or biking distance of Natural Bridges State Beach, Derby Park, markets, bakeries, restaurants, the farmers market, and mountain biking/hiking trails, including a path to Wilder Ranch. The light-filled home features a spacious living...Westside beach house just 1-1/2 blocks from the ocean! With a new roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated vinyl flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms, this move-in ready home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac, just a short stroll to West Cliff Drive. Its within walking or biking distance of Natural Bridges State Beach, Derby Park, markets, bakeries, restaurants, the farmers market, and mountain biking/hiking trails, including a path to Wilder Ranch. The light-filled home features a spacious living room with laminate floors and a fireplace, flowing into a dining area and bonus space. The functional galley kitchen opens to a backyard via a sliding glass door, perfect for gardening or outdoor activities. The primary suite is generously sized with a bath that includes a stall shower. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath with a shower over the tub offer ample space. The oversized two-car garage includes a laundry area. If you have been looking for a beach house to make your own, this one is for you!
  1. Listed by Debra Wallace • DRE #01355665 • Brokerage DRE #02029679 • Karon Properties • 831-325-9948
  2. Listed by Neal Langholz • DRE #00933904 • Brokerage DRE #02029679 • Karon Properties

Property Details for 226 Merced Avenue

MLS City Name
SANTA CRUZ
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
2
Cross Street
Modesto
LISTING UPDATED: 09/16/2024 03:21 AM

Property Details for 226 Merced Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #ML81979606
Days on Compass11
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1974
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,187 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Building Information for 226 Merced Avenue

Stories1Year Built1974Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,187 SF

Property Information for 226 Merced Avenue

Features
Room Information
  • Bathroom: Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Tile
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Oven Range
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Living Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1260
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: West Santa Cruz
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 226
  • Street Name: Merced
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 43
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1260
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 50
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R1
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 003-194-24-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: SANTA CRUZ
  • City Postal ID: 64
  • Postal Code: 95060
  • Elementary School: 841
  • Elementary School District: 840
  • Middle School Text: Mission Hill
  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
  • High School Text: Santa Cruz High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .17
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard

Property History for 226 Merced Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 226 Merced Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$510,832Additions$340,554Total$851,386
Tax Record2023$9,765 ($814 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,260 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,187 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1974CountySANTA CRUZAPN003-194-24Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 226 Merced Avenue

This home is within Santa Cruz City High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bay View Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Mission Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Harbor High School
Public9 to 12

Soquel High School
Public9 to 12

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226 Merced Avenue is a single family home for sale in Santa Cruz, CA 95060. This property was listed for sale on September 9, 2024 by Karon Properties, it's currently listed at $1,550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on July 25, 2003. This listing's school districts are Santa Cruz City High School District, Santa Cruz City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Bay View Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School and Harbor High School. 226 Merced Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,260 sqft single family home built in 1974.

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Listing Courtesy of Karon Properties, Debra Wallace, DRE #01355665; Karon Properties, Neal Langholz, DRE #00933904

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