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listing_id: ML82017110
status: ActiveUnderContract
price: 1650000
beds: 0
baths_full: 0
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1630
sqft_lot: 19646
lot_acres: 0.451
year_built: 1927
property_type: Residential Income
property_subtype: Triplex
address: "1430 Merrill St"
city: Santa Cruz
state: CA
zip: 95062
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 36.96547
lng: -121.990012
days_on_market: 259
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Troy Hinds"
list_office: "David Lyng Real Estate"
list_agent_phone: "(831) 706-6224"
list_agent_license: 01803325
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-04-22
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Santa Cruz County | Santa Cruz | 95062 | 1430 Merrill St

1430 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

MLS: ML82017110 | Status: Contingent | Price: $1,650,000
Beds/Baths: – / –
Property Type: Residential Income

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
1,630 0.451 1927

Remarks

$325,000 Price Reduction: Walk to Black's Beach Three fixer-upper detached 1BR/1BA homes on approximately 20,000 SF high-density multifamily development site in the heart of Live Oak's coveted East Cliff Village neighborhood. This exceptional property combines coastal living with unparalleled walkability, offering multiple development paths in one of the most desirable beach communities. Development Potential: - Zoning: R-UH/RM-2.5 (General Plan/Zoning) - Conforming Density: Up to 19 units (14 base units + 5 density bonus units) - Current Structures: 3 single-family homes, in disrepair Development Options: 1. Full Redevelopment: Build up to 19 multifamily units on this premium coastal site 2. Partial Development: Add approximately 6 additional units while preserving existing structures 3. Single-Family Luxury: Rebuild existing homes for maximum privacy and outdoor space In a market starved for new housing, this site offers the rare combination of premium coastal location, exceptional walkability, and meaningful development scale. Additional Information: - Topographical survey available Please download and review Offering Memorandum. Buyer is responsible for verifying all development potential, density calculations, and project feasibility with local planning authorities.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82017110
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Cooling None
Heating Electric, Gas

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Other

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Off-Street Parking, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District Live Oak Elementary
High School District Santa Cruz City High
Water Water On Site
Zoning RM-2.5

Contact Information

Troy Hinds
David Lyng Real Estate
License #: 01803325
Phone: (831) 706-6224

Property Units

# Buildings # Leased Units # Total Units
3 0 3

Unit Details

Unit # Sq Ft Beds Baths Rent
1 550 1 1/0
2 550 1 1/0
3 550 1 1/0

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Shoreline Middle School public 6-8 0.25 mi 7
Del Mar Elementary School public K-5 0.29 mi 4
Live Oak Elementary School public K-5 0.83 mi 5
Green Acres Elementary School public K-5 1.24 mi 6
Gault Elementary School public K-5 1.26 mi 5
Ocean Alternative Education Center public K-8 1.29 mi 8
Special Education Preschool public UG 1.29 mi N/A
Harbor High School public 9-12 1.44 mi 7
Santa Cruz Adult public UG 1.53 mi N/A
Branciforte Middle School public 6-8 1.65 mi 9
Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch School public K-5 1.69 mi 9
Ark Independent Studies School public 6-12 1.69 mi 4
Alternative Family Education School public K-12 1.69 mi 8
Costanoa Continuation High School public 9-12 1.69 mi 2
De Laveaga Elementary School public K-5 1.78 mi 8
Soquel Elementary School public K-5 2.30 mi 6
Santa Cruz High School public 9-12 2.36 mi 10
Soquel High School public 9-12 2.47 mi 9
New Brighton Middle School public 6-8 2.50 mi 7
Mission Hill Middle School public 6-8 2.58 mi 9

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
136 Market St $1,895,000 2,250 Active
312 Ocean St $1,495,000 2,159 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 22, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Troy Hinds, (831) 706-6224.