For Sale20d on marketHistoric · 128 yrs
222 2nd Ave
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 • 95062 • Santa Cruz County
$1,335,000
$1867/sqft
-$148,000 since Mar 27, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
715Sqft
0.06 acLot
1898Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1898 · 128 years of history
1-Car Garage
Parking Area
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Listed 20 days ago · 3,431 views · 92 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
20 days on market
Recently listed
$1,867/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1898 · Historic
This one is CUTE! Take a step back in time and be charmed by this turn-of-the-century beach cottage, full of nostalgia and character. Just down the street from the best beach in Santa Cruz, enjoy sandy summer days from sunrise to sunset right at your doorstep, with the sound of the waves and ocean breeze setting the tone for everyday living. With ready-to-submit plans available for your future dream home, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: restore the existing cottage or break ground right away. Whether you envision a modern coastal retreat or preserving its vintage charm, the possibilities here are truly special. With options abound, choose the lifestyle that works for you. Located just moments from the restaurants and conveniences of the Seabright neighborhood, and around the corner from the Santa Cruz Yacht Club and Small Craft Harbor, this is the ultimate setting to live the Santa Cruz dream every day, with easy access to dining, recreation, and the vibrant coastal lifestyle that makes this area so sought after.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$8,205/month
Principal & Interest$6,425
Property Tax$1,335
Insurance$445
Down payment20% ($267,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.03% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,068,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1898
HeatingOther
CoolingNone
Parking1 Garage space
Lot2,800 sqft
Days on Zillow20 Days
Price/sqft$1,867
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year built1898
Systems
HeatingOther
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
Water / SewerPublic Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingParking Area
Garage1 spaces
Fireplaces1
Lot2,800 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood95062
ZoningR
Annual tax$11,321
Parcel01025322
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Other
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Exterior Features
Parking
Parking Area
Utilities
Public Utilities
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
2 rooms detailed
Dining Room
EatinKitchen
Family Room
KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market20
Est. value$1,302,700
Est. rent$4,057/mo
Tax rate1.10%
Price/sqft$1867
On marketMar 18, 2026
PostedMar 18, 2026
Last sold$1,270,000
MLS updatedApr 3, 2026
Tour days6
Views3,431
Favorites92
How are the schools in Santa Cruz?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 3, 2026Contingent$1,335,000$1,867MLSListings Inc
Mar 27, 2026Price Change$1,335,000$1,867MLSListings Inc
Mar 18, 2026Listed For Sale$1,483,000$2,074MLSListings Inc
Jan 17, 2025Sold$1,270,000$1,776MLSListings Inc
Dec 12, 2024Contingent$1,299,000$1,817MLSListings Inc
Dec 6, 2024Listed For Sale$1,299,000$1,817MLSListings Inc
Contingent$1,335,000
Apr 3, 2026•$1,867/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Price Change$1,335,000
Mar 27, 2026•$1,867/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,483,000
Mar 18, 2026•$2,074/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,270,000
Jan 17, 2025•$1,776/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Contingent$1,299,000
Dec 12, 2024•$1,817/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,299,000
Dec 6, 2024•$1,817/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$11,321$947,128
Apr 8, 2024$10,539$928,558
Apr 8, 2023$10,411$910,350
Apr 8, 2022$872$39,624
Apr 8, 2021$785$38,848
Apr 8, 2020$781$38,448
Apr 8, 2019$754$37,696
Apr 8, 2018$748$36,958
Apr 8, 2017$741$36,232
Apr 8, 2016$720$35,522
Apr 8, 2015$594$34,988
Apr 8, 2014$587$34,304
Apr 8, 2012—$33,477
Apr 8, 2011—$32,821
Apr 8, 2010—$32,576
Apr 8, 2009—$32,654
Apr 8, 2008—$32,013
Apr 8, 2007—$31,385
Apr 8, 2006—$30,769
Apr 8, 2005—$30,166
Apr 8, 2004—$29,575
Apr 8, 2003—$29,033
Apr 8, 2002—$28,464
Apr 8, 2001—$27,906
Apr 8, 2000—$27,359
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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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