On Santa Cruz's coveted Upper Westside, this home captures stunning sunrise vistas over Monterey Bay, as well as mesmerizing nighttime views of the city, Santa Cruz Boardwalk, and Wharf. Featuring 4 bedrooms plus an office/library, the versatile floor plan offers multiple inviting spaces for both relaxation and entertaining including a living room, formal and informal dining areas, and a grand great room with high ceilings, a fireplace, wet bar, and expansive ocean-view windows opening to a spacious deck. The primary suite is a retreat with a fireplace, generous walk-in closet, built-in dresser, ample storage, and a large ensuite bath opening to a private ocean-view balcony. Enjoy outdoor living across multiple Oceanview decks and a private fenced backyard, perfect for gatherings. Conveniently located near UCSC, local schools, Westlake Park, scenic hiking and biking trails, downtown shops, fine restaurants, and the beach, this home balances tranquility with accessibility. Some of the recent updates include a newer roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, new flooring, updated lighting and hardware, new windows, and a newly reimagined front yard.
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
8,538 sq ftLot Size
$571Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lyng-Vidrine Lyng-Vidrine Team•DRE #70010151• David Lyng Real Estate
Listed by Dennis Lunder•DRE #00656586• Dennis A. Lunder, Broker
Bought with Frank Graves•DRE #02250943• Real Estate eBroker Inc
Est. $9,288 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 623 High St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82058693
Oct 28, 2026
Sold
$1,945,000
$571/sq ft
Oct 16, 2026
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2026
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 22, 2026
Listed
$1,995,000
$586/sq ft
+43
On Santa Cruz's coveted Upper Westside, this home captures stunning sunrise vistas over Monterey Bay, as well as mesmerizing nighttime views of the city, Santa Cruz Boardwalk, and Wharf. Featuring 4 bedrooms plus an office/library, the versatile floor plan offers multiple inviting spaces for both relaxation and entertaining including a living room, formal and informal dining areas, and a grand great room with high ceilings, a fireplace, wet bar, and expansive ocean-view windows opening to a spacious deck. The primary suite is a retreat with a fireplace, generous walk-in closet, built-in dresser, ample storage, and a large ensuite bath opening to a private ocean-view balcony. Enjoy outdoor living across multiple Oceanview decks and a private fenced backyard, perfect for gatherings. Conveniently located near UCSC, local schools, Westlake Park, scenic hiking and biking trails, downtown shops, fine restaurants, and the beach, this home balances tranquility with accessibility. Some of the recent updates include a newer roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, new flooring, updated lighting and hardware, new windows, and a newly reimagined front yard.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82047798
Jul 22, 2026
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82025156
May 18, 2026
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML82010233
Jul 14, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 12, 2025
Listed
$2,250,000
$661/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81980348
Jun 5, 2025
Listing Removed
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Mar 13, 2025
Price Changed
$2,150,000
$631/sq ft
Jan 27, 2025
Price Changed
$2,295,000
$674/sq ft
Sep 18, 2024
Listed
$2,395,000
$703/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81944723
Apr 20, 2025
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Nov 26, 1986
Sold
$175,000
$51/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 1982
Sold
$107,500
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 11, 1978
Sold
$92,000
$27/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 29, 1976
Sold
$70,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,452 (+7.8%)
$185,719 + $334,371
$520,090
2024
$5,984 (+1.2%)
$182,078 + $327,815
$509,893
2023
$5,913 (+1.1%)
$182,078 + $327,815
$509,893
2022
$5,849 (+2.1%)
$178,508 + $321,387
$499,895
2021
$5,731 (+0.8%)
$175,008 + $315,086
$490,094
2020
$5,687 (+2.3%)
$171,576 + $308,907
$480,483
2019
$5,559 (+1.1%)
$169,817 + $305,740
$475,557
2018
$5,498 (+1.3%)
$166,487 + $299,745
$466,232
2017
$5,430 (+5.7%)
$160,023 + $288,106
$448,129
2016
$5,138 (+3.3%)
$160,023 + $288,106
$448,129
2015
$4,973 (+1.7%)
$156,885 + $282,457
$439,342
2014
$4,892 (−0.4%)
$151,501 + $272,764
$424,265
2013
$4,911 (+1.9%)
$151,501 + $272,764
$424,265
2012
$4,817 (+2.1%)
$150,816 + $271,531
$422,347
2011
$4,720 (+1.4%)
$147,859 + $266,207
$414,066
2010
$4,653 (−1.4%)
$144,960 + $260,987
$405,947
2009
$4,721 (+4.1%)
$143,877 + $259,036
$402,913
2008
$4,537
$144,219 + $259,651
$403,870
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,538 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
3,406
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
00607121
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
R-1-5
Single-Family Residence District
To stabilize and protect the residential characteristics of the district, and to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life and single persons; and intended for single-family detached dwellings and the services appurtenant thereto. This section of the Zoning Ordinance is also part of the Local Coastal Implementation Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Mar 17, 2026 • Final
Bldg residential
Replace a gas furnace and ducting.
Gas
HVAC
Apr 25, 2023 • Final
Bldg residential
Tear off and replace a composition roof with a new composition roof.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 3
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Area
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Primary Suite/Retreat (2+), Walk-In Closet, More Than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More Than One Primary Bedroom
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Primary Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Stall Shower (2+), Tub in Primary Bedroom, Tub With Jets, Updated Bath(s), Full on Ground Floor, Primary Oversized Tub
Appliances
Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Refrigerator
Dining Room Information
Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Family Room Information
Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Separate Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Flooring Information
Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Wet Bar
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Westlake Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Mission Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Santa Cruz High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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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 81° 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
Santa Cruz, CA • 95060
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in Santa Cruz. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.93M – $2.34M
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