203 Highland AVE
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- 3 beds
- 3.5 baths
- 2,393 sqft
- 8,581 sqft lot
- $752 per sqft
- 1882 build
- – on site
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Welcome to 203 Highland Ave., the only remaining example of the Second Empire Style of Architecture in Santa Cruz, and one of the most iconic homes in the city. This oft-published Painted Lady is perched prominently on a large corner lot in Santa Cruzs desirable Upper Westside and Westlake School District, and is being offered for sale for the first time in nearly 50 years. The 3BR+den, 2.5BA main house w/ 2,393sqft. includes a parlor & formal dining room w/ soaring ceilings, elegant spiral staircase, and period details. 3BR and 1BA upstairs, plus bonus space in the Cupola w/ distant ocean views. The den/4th bedroom and common areas are downstairs including the bright and airy updated kitchen. A 556 sqft. detached "carriage house" was permitted in 1989 above a 2-car garage loaded w/ storage, and the private yard with raised garden beds, mature fruit trees, a low-maintenance turf area, and room for a hot tub or fire pit is the perfect oasis for gardening, entertaining, playing, or relaxing. Easy commute location close to Hwy 1/Hwy 17, and a short stroll from downtown Santa Cruz, Harvey West, UCSC, W Cliff Drive, and many other Santa Cruz landmarks. An incredible piece of Santa Cruz history that may not be available again for another 50 years, this gem is not to be missed!
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MLS# 81964111 —
The Building
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Year Built:1882
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Age:142
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Style:Victorian
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Type:Detached
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Subclass:Single Family Home
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Roofing:Rolled Composition
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Foundation:Crawl Space, Raised
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# of Stories:3
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Structure SqFt:2393
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Structure SqFt Source:Other
Interior
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Kitchen:Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range, Refrigerator
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Dining Room:Formal Dining Room
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Family Room:Separate Family Room
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Description Secondary Living Space:Apartment Over Garage, Other
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Additional Rooms:Den / Study / Office, Office Area, Other
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplaces:Family Room, Gas Burning, Other
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Fireplaces:2
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Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl / Linoleum, Other
Room Dimensions
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Living SqFt:2393
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Secondary Living Space Sq Ft:556 Sqft
Location
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Cross Street:Escalona
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City Limits:Yes
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Property Faces:South
The Property
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Lot Acres:0.1970
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Lot Size Area Min:8581.00
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Zoning:R-15
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Parcel Number:006-161-24-000
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Available Views:Other
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Horse Property:No
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Yard/Grounds:Back Yard, Low Maintenance
Listing Agent
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- No listing contact info available
Taxes
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Property ID:81964111
Beds
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Total:3
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Beds Max:3
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Beds Min:3
Baths
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Full Baths:3
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Half Baths:1
The Listing
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Additional Listing Info:Not Applicable
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Automated Valuations Allowed:1
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Methods:Ceiling Fan
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Heating Methods:Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air - Gas, Other
Utilities
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Utilities:Public Utilities
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Sewer/Septic System:Sewer - Public
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Laundry:Inside, Washer / Dryer
The Community
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HOA:No
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Amenities Misc.:High Ceiling
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Pool:No
Parking
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Description and Access:Detached Garage
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Parking Spaces:3
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Garage:2
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Garage:2
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Garage Spaces:2
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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6/27/24
Jun 27, 2024
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BRIDGE | $1,998,000 | ||
6/11/24
Jun 11, 2024
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BRIDGE | $1,998,000 | ||
5/15/24
May 15, 2024
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Listed / Active | MLSLISTINGS | $1,998,000 |