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Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
4,530 sq ftLot Size
$896Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Teresa Marlow•DRE #01733164• Compass
Bought with Kimberly Ward•DRE #01976643• Compass
Bought with Shawndy Linquist•DRE #02062936• Compass
Est. $5,315 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 4805 Emerald St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82056522
Sep 9, 2026
Sold
$1,850,000
$896/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 24, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 4, 2026
Listed
$1,850,000
$896/sq ft
Aug 4, 2026
Listed
*
There are no remarks available.
Public Records
Jul 23, 1971
Sold
$23,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,231 (+5.1%)
$33,048 + $91,694
$124,742
2024
$4,975 (+2.0%)
$31,765 + $88,133
$119,898
2023
$4,877 (+1.4%)
$31,765 + $88,133
$119,898
2022
$4,809 (+1.8%)
$31,142 + $86,405
$117,547
2021
$4,724 (+1.0%)
$30,531 + $84,711
$115,242
2020
$4,679 (+1.4%)
$29,933 + $83,050
$112,983
2019
$4,615 (+1.3%)
$29,626 + $82,198
$111,824
2018
$4,557 (+0.9%)
$29,045 + $80,587
$109,632
2017
$4,517 (+122.7%)
$27,916 + $77,457
$105,373
2016
$2,028 (+8.2%)
$27,916 + $77,457
$105,373
2015
$1,875 (+2.9%)
$27,369 + $75,938
$103,307
2014
$1,823 (−0.1%)
$26,430 + $73,332
$99,762
2013
$1,825 (+2.5%)
$26,430 + $73,332
$99,762
2012
$1,780 (+2.7%)
$26,311 + $73,001
$99,312
2011
$1,734 (+1.3%)
$25,795 + $71,570
$97,365
2010
$1,711 (+1.2%)
$25,289 + $70,167
$95,456
2009
$1,691 (+3.6%)
$25,100 + $69,643
$94,743
2008
$1,632
$25,160 + $69,808
$94,968
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,530 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1963
Sq. Ft.
2,065
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
03403628
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
R-1
Residential Single-Family District
The purpose of the R-1 zoning district is to protect and enhance the unique qualities of individual neighborhoods in Capitola. The R-1 zoning district allows for variation in development standards based on the existing development patterns within these neighborhoods. New development will respect the existing scale, density, and character of neighborhoods to strengthen Capitola’s unique sense of place.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off-Street Parking, Tandem Parking
Parking Features (Additional): Uncovered Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Ground Floor Bedroom, More Than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Features: Shower over Tub (1), Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Bath(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Gas Oven Range, Refrigerator
Dining Room Information
Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
Family Room Information
Separate Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: Skylight(s)
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Tile Countertop, Exhaust Fan
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wood
Patio & Porch Features: Back Yard, Fenced
Stories
Stories: 1
Style
Architectural Style: Ranch
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level (Grade)
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,065
Direction Faces: South
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Listing Terms: Cash or Conventional Loan
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)
Utility Information
Gas: Individual Gas Meters, Natural Gas, Public Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Public Utilities, Public Water
Water Source: Public
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: Emerald
Street Number: 4805
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 83
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,065
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,530 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1963
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 03403628
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Soquel Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
New Brighton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Soquel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
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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
7 days above 84° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Capitola, CA • 95010
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Sun exposure
65/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.91M – $2.31M
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