1537 Escalona Dr

Santa Cruz's Wonderful West End! Where the Westside meets the Wild! Well-maintained home on a large sunny lot in the desirable Westside neighborhood of Santa Cruz. A landscaped and fenced front yard with a flagstone pathway leading to the front door lend this house great curb appeal. A light and bright interior spills out through French doors onto a large southeast-facing back yard, with covered patio, terraces, fruit trees and a raised bed perfect for gardening. An enclosed carport and an 8'x12' shed/"writer's studio" provide lots of storage options. An updated kitchen, recent bathroom & laundry room addition & upgraded electrical & plumbing make this home shine. Close proximity to newer shopping centers and restaurants, a thriving Farmer's Market, and easy access to UCSC, Natural Bridges, Wilder Ranch and West Cliff Drive make this a winning location for a wonderful home. - 1,255 sq. ft. 3BR/2BA* home w/ enclosed 1-car carport & 8'x10' shed/"writer's studio"- Big 6,621 sq. ft. lot- Light & bright interior- Updated kitchen w/ maple cabinets, tile floors & recessed lighting- Hall bathroom & laundry room addition w/ maple cabinets, linoleum floors & formica counters- Upgraded electrical & plumbing- Gleaming oak hardwood floors- Landscaped & fenced front yard w/ small lawn- Southeast-facing backyard w/ covered patio, mature landscaping, fruit trees & raised beds - Wonderful upper Westside location close to shopping, restaurants, UCSC, beaches & parks * Permitted family room used as 3rd bedroom Offered At: $669,900 Open House: Thursday, October 31st 9:30-Noon Saturday, November 2nd 1-4 p.m. Sunday, November 3rd 1-4 p.m.