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1520 Escalona Drive — Santa Cruz — 4 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,459 Sq Ft | Belmont Brokerage | Belmont Brokerage

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$1,700,000

6 DOM

$1,165/sqft4 bd2 ba1,459 sqft

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1520 Escalona Dr Santa Cruz, CA 95060

30,188sqft lot

Nestled on the south-facing slope of Escalona Drive, this property boasts stunning views of the Monterey Bay and the scenic west side of Santa Cruz. Built in the early 1900s on 30,000+ sf of land, this single-story cottage style home w/ 4 BRs and 2 BAs, has been the home for the same family for more than 50 years. Enhancing the charm of this tranquil residence is a detached garage/shop along w/ a versatile 420-square-foot office/studio above, also w/ breathtaking Bay views. Positioned on an expansive lot, this private oasis grants endless possibilities w/ ample room for cultivating your dream garden or orchard perfect for nature enthusiasts & outdoor lovers alike. Step inside and be greeted by a bright, inviting LR that features a stunning vaulted ceiling w/ exposed old-growth redwood rafters, adding a unique character and warmth to the home. The beautiful natural wood floors throughout complement the cozy charm, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Ideally located in close proximity to UCSC, W Cliff Drive and the vibrant array of new restaurants, cafes, grocery and specialty shops.Heres a place to live your dream within a sanctuary setting, at a prime Santa Cruz location, on a private ocean-view lot. Come see for yourself..who knows maybe you too will love it for the next 50 years!

MLS ML82029693

831.458.2200 (Office) 831-818-4181 (Cell) danny@maverickgroupre.com

Est. payment

$10,863/mo

Principal & interestTaxesInsurance

$8,596$1,771$496

Down %

Rate %

Years

Down payment: $340,000 · Total cost: $3,434,605

Mortgage vs rent

Compare estimated owner carrying cost (same loan math as above) to a gross rent estimate from a price-based multiplier (not a comp lease).

Est. carrying cost$10,863/mo

Principal & interest: $8,596
Est. property tax: $1,771
Est. insurance: $496
Down payment: $340,000

Est. gross rent$7,083/mo

Gross rent ≈ list price ÷ (20 × 12). Adjust the multiplier to match how you underwrite (typical investor GRM bands are often ~16–24 for SFR, market-dependent).

Rent − carrying cost (illustrative)$-3,780/mo

Down payment20%

6.5% APR, 30-year amortization — same P&I formula as the payment calculator above.

Gross rent multiple (annual)20×

Not financial advice. Mortgage uses standard amortizing P&I; taxes and insurance are rough California-style estimates (1.25% / yr tax, 0.35% / yr insurance). Rent is gross (no vacancy or management); actual market rent requires comps or a lease listing.