Welcome to 305 Morrissey! Charming Craftsman in Santa Cruz's sunny Banana Belt, renovated in 2025. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a large lot with a detached garage and includes an additional room ideal for a home office. The kitchen features quartz countertops, new appliances, and modern fixtures, while the bathroom boasts a stylish walk-in shower. Luxury vinyl flooring flows throughout, and fresh interior and exterior paint add to the move-in-ready appeal. The mini split heating and air conditioning system provides year-round comfort. Refreshed landscaping in the front and back creates inviting outdoor spaces for gardening, entertaining, or relaxing. Blending Craftsman character with thoughtful modern upgrades, this home offers a bright, welcoming layout. New permitted roof and gutters installed January 2026. Located in one of Santa Cruz's most desirable microclimates, it's close to shops, dining, parks, and schools, and just minutes from downtown, the Boardwalk, and sandy beaches. This special property combines lifestyle, convenience, and timeless charm. Come take a look at this beauty.
Single-familyProperty Type
1908Year Built
6,708 sq ftLot Size
$1,387Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Ed Ugarte•DRE #01387551• HomeSmart PV & Associates
Bought with Kimberly Nicholson•DRE #01799950• Coldwell Banker Realty
Est. $3,520 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 305 Morrissey Blvd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Mar 13, 2026
Sold
$1,100,000
$1,387/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 17, 1976
Sold
$5,000
$6/sq ft
Public Records
May 25, 1973
Sold
$22,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,156 (+12.5%)
$38,358 + $17,202
$55,560
2024
$1,028 (+0.8%)
$37,606 + $16,866
$54,472
2023
$1,020 (+0.7%)
$37,606 + $16,866
$54,472
2022
$1,013 (+1.3%)
$36,868 + $16,534
$53,402
2021
$1,000 (+0.5%)
$36,146 + $16,210
$52,356
2020
$995 (+3.1%)
$35,436 + $15,892
$51,328
2019
$965 (+0.7%)
$35,074 + $15,730
$50,804
2018
$958 (+0.8%)
$34,386 + $15,422
$49,808
2017
$950 (+3.5%)
$33,050 + $14,822
$47,872
2016
$918 (+16.1%)
$33,050 + $14,822
$47,872
2015
$791 (+1.2%)
$32,402 + $14,532
$46,934
2014
$782 (−0.3%)
$31,290 + $14,034
$45,324
2013
$785 (+4.3%)
$31,290 + $14,034
$45,324
2012
$752 (+1.4%)
$31,148 + $13,970
$45,118
2011
$742 (+1.0%)
$30,538 + $13,696
$44,234
2010
$734 (−0.9%)
$29,939 + $13,427
$43,366
2009
$741 (+6.4%)
$29,715 + $13,327
$43,042
2008
$697
$29,786 + $13,359
$43,145
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,708 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1908
Sq. Ft.
793
Year built
1908
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
00919409
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 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
Apr 21, 2027 • Active
Bldg residential
Upgrade the electrical main panel unit from 100 amps to 200 amps.
Electrical
Electric meter
Jan 5, 2026 • Final
Bldg residential
Remove and replace composition shingles on a residential building.
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
Parking & Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Garage Facing Front, Guest Parking Available
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Jack & Jill, Window
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Room Air
Heating: Fireplace(s), Other
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Electric Range
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Heating
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick, Raised Hearth, Family Room
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: Electric, Inside Area
Pets Allowed: Yes
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Living Room Features: Other
Kitchen Features: Quartz Counter, Stone Counter
Dining Room Features: Formal Room
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Street Entrance
Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Back Yard, Wood, Front Yard
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Subtype Description: Detached
Year Built: 1,908
Lot Information
Lot Features: Curb(s)/Gutter(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 6,708
Lot Size Acres: 0.154
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Utilities
Green Energy Information
Power Production Year Install: 0
Power Production Size: 0.00
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Public Sewer
Irrigation Source: Other
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Santa Cruz
Elementary School District: Santa Cruz City
Middle Or Junior School District: Santa Cruz City
High School District: Santa Cruz City
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 1255
Postal Code: 95062
County Or Parish: Santa Cruz
CrossStreet: Hammond
Directions: SOQUEL AVE TO MORRISSEY EAST TO HOME.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 305
Unparsed Address: 305 Morrissey Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1255
Street Address Filtered: 305 Morrissey Blvd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 793
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,708 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1908
Year Renovated: 1908
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 00919409
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Kimberly Nicholson
Around this home
Schools
De Laveaga Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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 86° expected this year, 15 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.15M – $1.40M
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