$3,500,000
- 3
- beds
- 2
- baths
- 2,040
- sqft
- 1947
- year built
- 3
- beds
- 2
- baths
- 2,040
- sqft
- 1947
- year built
- Status:
- Pending
- MLS #:
- ML81990308
- County:
- Santa Cruz
- Listed By:
- Paul Cuccia - Coldwell Banker Realty
- Agent Phone:
- (831) 818-2375
Sponsoring Broker: Mia Park, Intero
3.5-acre parcel in the heart of Soquel, recently re-zoned (RF-Min) for high-density residential and mixed-use development. Zoning designation offers an expedited, ministerial approval process no public hearings required and is exempt from CEQA, placing your project on the fast track. Potential for approximately 140 units, this property presents a significant opportunity to create a transformative residential or mixed-use community in one of Santa Cruz County's most desirable areas. The location is unbeatable: just minutes from New Brighton State Beach, Cabrillo College, Capitola Village, and major transportation lines. . Top-rated schools and coastal amenities enhance long-term appeal. As a designated Housing Element site, this parcel is aligned with mandates to increase housing supply. The County Planning Department supports streamlined development, imposing no additional County standards or discretionary reviews. This is more than land it's a ready-made opportunity for developers looking to deliver housing with fewer barriers and faster timelines in a sought-after coastal market. The property includes two existing homes served by natural gas, public sewer, and a private well. Public water is at street with available allocations through Soquel Creek Water District.
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- Bedrooms
- 3
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- Bathrooms
- 2
-
- Year Built
- 1947
-
- Garage Spaces
- 5.0
-
- Parking Features
- Garage
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- Living Area
- 2040.0
-
- Cooling
- None
-
- Heating
- Natural Gas
-
- Acres
- 3.504
-
- View
- Park/Greenbelt
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- County
- Santa Cruz
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- City
- Soquel
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- Zip Code
- 95073
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Nearby Schools
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99out of 100
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55out of 100
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52out of 100
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Estimated Value
$3,663,480
$3,297,132 - $4,029,828
Source: Constellation Data Labs
Price History
| 06/18/2025 | Listed | $3,500,000 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML82011445 | ||
| 06/18/2025 | Listed | $3,500,000 |
| Source: MLSListings #ML82011445 | ||
| 06/20/2025 | Price Changed | $3,500,000 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML81990308 | ||
| 01/14/2025 | Listed | $3,900,000 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML81990308 | ||
| 06/18/2025 | Price Changed | $3,500,000 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML81990268 | ||
| 01/13/2025 | Listed | $3,900,000 |
| Source: bridgeMLS #ML81990268 | ||
| 06/20/2025 | Price Changed | $3,500,000 |
| Source: MLSListings #ML81990308 | ||
| 01/13/2025 | Listed | $3,900,000 |
| Source: MLSListings #ML81990308 | ||
| 06/18/2025 | Price Changed | $3,500,000 |
| Source: MLSListings #ML81990268 | ||
| 01/13/2025 | Listed | $3,900,000 |
| Source: MLSListings #ML81990268 | ||
Source: MLS Data
Deed History
| 06/26/2018 | Intrafamily Transfer - Transaction is between related parties for any reason & no consideration. | $0 |
| 01/07/2015 | Intrafamily Transfer - Transaction is between related parties for any reason & no consideration. | $0 |
| 07/30/2003 | Intrafamily Transfer - Transaction is between related parties for any reason & no consideration. | $0 |
| 07/28/2003 | Grant Deed | $0 |
| 03/12/1998 | Grant Deed | $350,000 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
Mortgage History
| 03/25/2014 | New Conventional | $138,000 |
| 07/28/2003 | Unknown | $168,000 |
| 03/12/1998 | $175,000 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
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This home is listed at $3,500,000 with 2,040 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $1,716 per square foot.
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2603 Monterey Ave was listed on January 14, 2025, which means it's been on the market for 665 days.
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When was this house built?
This home was built in 1947, making it approximately 79 years old.
What is the lot size of this property?
2603 Monterey Ave sits on a 3.5-acre lot, which is 152,460 square feet.
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