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- Listed price
- $1,550,000
- Listed Sep 9, 2024 · $1,230/sq ft
- Sold price
- $1,550,000
- Sold Oct 15, 2024
3 beds|2 ba|1,260 sqft|7,187 sqft lot|1974 Built|12 MLS days on market
226 Merced Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Property 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 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!
Listing agent: Debra WallaceDRE #01355665debra@karonproperties.com, Listing office: Karon Properties
MLS data updated 11/1/2026, 2:26:16 PM PT
Source: CRMLSMLS #: ML81979606
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Last recorded sale$1,550,000
Oct 15, 2024
Available records22024
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$1,550,000Closed sale · Oct 15, 2024ZIP 95060 · Oct 2024
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