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257 High St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
MLS: ML82051773 | Status: Active | Price: $2,480,000
Beds/Baths: – / –
Property Type: Residential Income
Quick Facts
| Beds |
Baths |
Sq Ft |
Sq Ft Lot |
Yr Built |
| – |
– |
3,978 |
5,619 |
1953 |
Rare UCSC-area investment opportunity in one of Santa Cruz's strongest rental markets. Ideally located steps from the UCSC bus line, this professionally managed, fully occupied fourplex is well suited for UCSC students, faculty, and staff. Residents enjoy easy access to campus, Downtown Santa Cruz, West Cliff Drive, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, all just 1.5 miles from the ocean.
The property features 4 spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, each approximately 950 square feet, totaling 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms across approximately 3,800 square feet. Floor plans may offer potential for conversion to 3-bedroom configurations for increased income. Comparable 3-bedroom rentals near UCSC may command approximately $4,500-$5,500 per month. Buyer to verify feasibility.
Amenities include on-site laundry, separate gas meters, 2 carports, 4 additional off-street parking spaces, and abundant street parking. New water heaters were installed in 2025. The property offers strong rental history, stable cash flow, and generates approximately $186,000 in annual gross income. Potential DSCR financing available.
| Field |
Value |
| MLS # |
ML82051773 |
| MLS Source |
MLSListings, Inc. |
| Days on Site |
2 |
Features
Interior Features
| Feature |
Details |
| Appliances |
Other, Oven - Gas, Oven Range - Gas |
| Flooring |
Hardwood, Laminate, Other, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum |
| Laundry |
Coin Operated |
| Cooling |
None |
| Heating |
Gas |
Exterior Features
| Feature |
Details |
| Roof |
Composition, Shingle |
| Foundation |
Concrete Perimeter |
| Style |
Other |
| Feature |
Details |
| Garage/Parking |
Assigned Spaces, Off-Site Parking, Parking Area, Tandem Parking, Garage: 0 Car(s) |
| High School District |
Santa Cruz City Elementary |
| Sewer |
Public Sewer |
| Water |
Public |
| Zoning |
Multi Residential |
| Listing Agent |
Co-Listing Agent |
| Seabea Ghoph |
Anson Ip |
| KW Thrive Santa Cruz |
Compass |
| License #: 01360895 |
License #: 01413912 |
| Phone: (408) 661-3838 |
Phone: (408) 221-7887 |
Property Units
| # Buildings |
# Leased Units |
# Total Units |
| 1 |
4 |
4 |
Unit Details
| Unit # |
Sq Ft |
Beds |
Baths |
Rent |
| 1 |
950 |
2 |
1/0 |
$3,800 |
| 2 |
950 |
2 |
0/0 |
$4,160 |
| 3 |
950 |
2 |
1/0 |
$3,800 |
| 4 |
950 |
2 |
1/0 |
$3,800 |
School Ratings
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
Nearby Schools
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This listing information is up-to-date as of July 21, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Seabea Ghoph, (408) 661-3838.