$1,749,000

980 30th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

4 beds |
2 baths |
1,963 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1946
7,841sqft lot
1 car garage
$891/sqft
Listed 13 days ago

Property Description

Coastal Butterfly Oasis a design-forward coastal retreat blending modern luxury and laid-back Santa Cruz living. Set on a 7,700+ sq ft lot, this home offers multiple outdoor living spaces, curated gardens, lush artificial turf, and expansive deck area for entertaining or unwinding in the ocean breeze. Artistic butterfly murals and a statement yellow front door lead into an airy, open-concept interior anchored by a striking river rock fireplace. The chefs kitchen features a large island, updated appliances, dual sinks, ample storage, and a built-in dining nook. The main level includes three bedrooms, including a primary suite with French doors to the yard and a spa-inspired bath. Upstairs offers flexible rooms ideal for a home office, media space, or guest retreat. A detached garage studio with a full bath adds incredible versatility for multigenerational living, guests, or remote work. Recent upgrades include owned solar panels, electric vehicle changing station, an on-demand water heater, and a newer high-efficiency furnace. Located just five blocks to Pleasure Point and walkable to top coffee spots and eateries. Creative, flexible, and effortlessly cool this is Santa Cruz living at its best.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 3, 2026
Data Last Updated:: February 16, 2026 at 7:08AM
Listing Office:: Coldwell Banker Realty- Long Beach : 562-494-4600
Listing Agent:: Victoria Sarsfield : 831-206-1354
MLS ID:: ML82032362

General: Dining AreaFamily Room
Appliances: DishwasherMicrowaveSelf Cleaning OvenTrash CompactorTankless Water HeaterENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Laundry: In Garage
Flooring: LaminateTile
A/C: NoneENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Heating: Forced AirSolar
Fireplace: Living RoomWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1
Eco/Green Feature: Low Flow ToiletSolar

Parking: Off Street

Roofing: Shingle
General: 2

School District: Santa Cruz City High
County: Santa Cruz

Zoning: R-1-02803262000
Fencing: Fenced

This listing courtesy of Victoria Sarsfield , Coldwell Banker Realty- Long Beach

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Location

Schools Nearby

Del Mar Elementary School

1959 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Grades KG-5

0.60 miles away

Shoreline Middle School

855 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062

Grades 6-8

0.70 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.