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listing_id: ML82036503
status: Active
price: 8888888
beds: 0
baths_full: 0
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 5000
sqft_lot: 295860
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1947
property_type: Commercial Sale
property_subtype: 
address: "2300 Portola Dr"
city: Santa Cruz
state: CA
zip: 95062
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 36.961284
lng: -121.980995
days_on_market: 76
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Tene Shake"
list_office: "Real Brokerage Technologies"
list_agent_phone: "(831) 224-4874"
list_agent_license: 02118097
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-03-02
transaction_type: buy
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Home | Santa Cruz County | Santa Cruz | 95062 | 2300 Portola Dr

2300 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

MLS: ML82036503 | Status: Active | Price: $8,888,888
Beds/Baths: – / –
Property Type: Commercial Sale

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5,000 295,860 1947

Remarks

Unique & Iconic Property Strategic Location: Nestled on Portola Drive in Santa Cruzs vibrant Live Oak area, this property sits along a well-traveled corridor connecting residential neighborhoods with Coastal attractions and businesses. Its proximity to major thoroughfares, beaches, parks, and local amenities enhances visibility and accessibility for diverse potential uses. Historic & Cultural Significance: This address is home to KSCO 1080 AM News Talk Radio, one of Santa Cruzs longstanding local radio stations, broadcasting since 1947. The building itself is known for its distinctive architectural character originally built to house the station and retaining memorable mid-century design charm. Zoning & Land Characteristics: According to county property data, the parcel(s) at 2300 Portola Dr span significant acreage and are presently classified in a zoning category that may support a range of commercial or mixed uses, subject to planning review. This potentially opens the door for adaptive reuse, redevelopment, or continued commercial occupancy. Character & Opportunity: This property stands out from typical listings due to its iconic local presence, historical ties, and flexible usage potential. Whether presented as a continuing broadcast venue, a redevelopment opportunity.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82036503
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site 76

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Flooring Other
Cooling Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air - Gas
Heating Other, Stove Heater

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Slab

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning PR

Commercial Information

Feature Details
Parking Spaces 15
Present Use Other
Utilities Water - Public

Contact Information

Tene Shake
Real Brokerage Technologies
License #: 02118097
Phone: (831) 224-4874

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Del Mar Elementary School public K-5 0.36 mi 4
Shoreline Middle School public 6-8 0.53 mi 7
Live Oak Elementary School public K-5 0.97 mi 5
Green Acres Elementary School public K-5 1.56 mi 6
Ocean Alternative Education Center public K-8 1.58 mi 8
Special Education Preschool public UG 1.58 mi N/A
Gault Elementary School public K-5 1.83 mi 5
Harbor High School public 9-12 1.84 mi 7
Santa Cruz Adult public UG 1.97 mi N/A
Soquel Elementary School public K-5 2.14 mi 6
New Brighton Middle School public 6-8 2.19 mi 7
Branciforte Middle School public 6-8 2.20 mi 9
De Laveaga Elementary School public K-5 2.20 mi 8
Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch School public K-5 2.26 mi 9
Ark Independent Studies School public 6-12 2.26 mi 4
Alternative Family Education School public K-12 2.26 mi 8
Costanoa Continuation High School public 9-12 2.26 mi 2
Soquel High School public 9-12 2.41 mi 9
Main Street Elementary School public K-5 2.65 mi 7
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School public K-5 2.89 mi 7

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This listing information is up-to-date as of March 02, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Tene Shake, (831) 224-4874.