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Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
7,362 sq ftLot Size
$1,911Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Benjamin Strock•DRE #02032729• Strock Real Estate
Bought with Benjamin Strock•DRE #02032729• Strock Real Estate
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,362 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
2,220
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
03823112
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off-Street Parking
Parking Features (Additional): Uncovered Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More Than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Features: Marble, Primary Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Stone, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom, Updated Bath(s), Full on Ground Floor, Oversized Tub
Appliances
Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Gas Oven Range, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Information
Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Skylight(s)
Family Room Information
Separate Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Has Fireplace: Yes
Flooring Information
Carpet, Slate, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Utility Room
Room Information
Room Type: Loft
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features (Additional): Quartz Countertop
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Fencing: Partial Fencing
Patio & Porch Features: Balcony/Patio, Storage Shed/Structure, Fire Pit
Pool Information
Pool Features: Spa/Hot Tub
Stories
Stories: 2
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,220
View
View: Bay, Ocean
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air, Fireplace
Utility Information
Gas: Public Utilities
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Source: Shared Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Soquel Elementary
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
High School: Soquel High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Middle/Junior High School: New Brighton Middle
Location Information
MLS Area: Capitola
Street Name: New Brighton
Street Number: 114
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 16
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,220
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,362 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 03823112
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Main Street Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
New Brighton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Soquel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 83° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Aptos, CA • 95003
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$4.03M – $4.88M
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