Sold239d on market
1545 Escalona Dr
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 • 95060 • Santa Cruz County
$2,135,000
$938/sqft
3Beds
3Baths
2,275Sqft
0.13 acLot
1950Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
City Lights · Ocean
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio
1-Car Garage
Attached
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
17 views
People checking out this listing
239 days on market
Established listing
$938/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1950
Previously designed by renowned architect G. Schulz, this beautifully reimagined residence blends timeless architectural charm with high-end modern finishes throughout. Thoughtfully remodeled recently, the home offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a walk-in closet and private upstairs porch overlooking ocean peeks and downtown city lights. There is also an office for a work-from-home setup. The main level features an inviting living room with a fireplace and seamless access to a downstairs patio - perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the expansive backyard with lush gardens, offering a peaceful retreat or vibrant gathering space. Ideally located in Santa Cruz's desirable Upper Westside, this turnkey home is moments from local favorites, UCSC, and West Cliff Drive.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights expansive backyard, luxurious primary suite, and lush gardens as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$13,444/month
Principal & Interest$10,598
Property Tax$2,135
Insurance$712
Down payment20% ($427,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.32% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,708,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1950
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot5,663 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year built1950
Stories2
Systems
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition, Shingle
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached
Garage1 spaces
Fireplaces1
FencingBack Yard
Lot5,663 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood95060
ZoningResidential
Annual tax$14,891
Parcel00220108
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Ceilings
One Or More Skylights
Open Beam Ceiling
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Oven/Range
Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Heating
Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Gas Starter
Wood Burning
Exterior Features
Exterior
Back Yard
Parking
Attached
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping
Views
City Lights
Ocean
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bedroom
WalkinCloset
Bathroom
DoubleSinksFullonGroundFloor
Dining Room
FormalDiningRoomSunkenDiningArea
Family Room
NoFamilyRoom
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market239
Est. value$2,133,800
Est. rent$5,785/mo
Tax rate1.10%
Price/sqft$938
On marketJul 16, 2025
PostedJul 16, 2025
Last sold$2,135,000
MLS updatedJan 29, 2026
Tour days6
Views17
How are the schools in Santa Cruz?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 11, 2025Sold$2,135,000$938MLSListings Inc
Jul 31, 2025Pending Sale$1,945,000$855MLSListings Inc
Jul 19, 2025Contingent$1,945,000$855MLSListings Inc
Jul 16, 2025Listed For Sale$1,945,000$855MLSListings Inc
Mar 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner
Sep 17, 2019Listing Removed$1,200$1Owner
Sep 15, 2019Listed For Rent$1,200$1Owner
Sep 20, 2002Sold$875,000$385Public Record
Sold$2,135,000
Aug 11, 2025•$938/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Pending Sale$1,945,000
Jul 31, 2025•$855/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Contingent$1,945,000
Jul 19, 2025•$855/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,945,000
Jul 16, 2025•$855/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listing Removed—
Mar 24, 2021•Owner
Listing Removed$1,200
Sep 17, 2019•$1/sqft•Owner
Listed For Rent$1,200
Sep 15, 2019•$1/sqft•Owner
Sold$875,000
Sep 20, 2002•$385/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$14,891$1,267,299
Apr 8, 2024$13,878$1,242,450
Apr 8, 2023$13,784$1,218,089
Apr 8, 2022$13,628$1,194,205
Apr 8, 2021$13,341$1,170,789
Apr 8, 2020$13,236$1,158,784
Apr 8, 2019$12,950$1,136,062
Apr 8, 2018$12,802$1,113,787
Apr 8, 2017$12,636$1,091,947
Apr 8, 2016$11,927$1,070,536
Apr 8, 2015$11,701$1,054,456
Apr 8, 2014$11,502$1,033,801
Apr 8, 2012—$901,250
Apr 8, 2011—$927,500
Apr 8, 2010—$910,000
Apr 8, 2009—$962,500
Apr 8, 2008—$964,811
Apr 8, 2007—$945,893
Apr 8, 2006—$927,346
Apr 8, 2005—$909,163
Apr 8, 2004—$891,336
Apr 8, 2003—$875,000
Apr 8, 2002—$225,562
Apr 8, 2001—$221,139
Apr 8, 2000—$216,803
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Local context around this listing
Santa Cruz, CA • Santa Cruz County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
950609506195062950639506495065
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