$1,099,000

519 Walnut, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

  • 2 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 1,394 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1927
  • Property Lot Size Icon3,485sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon 1 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $788/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 21 days ago

Property Description

Tucked away on a quiet street near downtown Santa Cruz, sits a living piece of history radiating character, warmth, and simple grace. Homes like this are rare, not simply because of their age, but because of the feeling they carry. Warm wood details, built-in craftsmanship, and sun-filled spaces reflect the thoughtful craftsmanship of another era, a time when homes were designed to feel intimate, welcoming, and enduring, Towering redwoods frame the view from almost all rooms, creating a sense of privacy and a peaceful connection to nature that feels distinctly Santa Cruz. The updated kitchen and baths offer modern comfort while honoring the soul and architectural integrity of the home. Set on a side street that feels more like a neighborhood than a road, 519 Walnut is part of a community where neighbors know each other, and families have stayed for generations, and life unfolds at a human pace. The best of Santa Cruz is a short walk away, caf s, shops, parks, and the coastline. Owning a home like this is less about possession and more about stewardship, becoming the next chapter in a home that has already held so much life. At 519 Walnut, you don't simply live in Santa Cruz, you become part of its story.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
March 12, 2026
Data Last Updated:
April 2, 2026 at 9:09PM
Listing Office:
Compass : 831-476-9661
Listing Agent:
Gretchen Bach : 831-234-1233
MLS ID:
ML82038028
  • General: Dining Area
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Fireplace: InsertFireplaceFireplaces: 1
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Parking: Parking Lot
  • Roofing: Shingle
  • General: 2
  • School District: Santa Cruz City High
  • County: Santa Cruz
  • Zoning: R00648128000
  • Fencing: Fenced

This listing courtesy of Gretchen Bach , Compass

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Location

Schools Nearby

B

Bay View Elementary School

1231 Bay St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

Grades KG-5

0.51 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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