Home | Santa Cruz County | Santa Cruz | 95060 | 300 Columbia St
MLS: ML82045786 | Status: Active | Price: $3,150,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 4
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 3,520 | 9,017 | 1979 |
Rare coastal investment opportunity on Santa Cruz's highly desirable Lower Westside, just one block from the ocean and iconic West Cliff Drive. Steps from Lighthouse Field State Beach and the popular Steamer Lane Supply restaurant, this prime location consistently attracts strong rental demand driven by lifestyle, walkability, and proximity to Monterey Bay. One of the largest duplexes this close to the ocean, the property features a 3BD/2BA upper unit and a 2BD/2BA lower unit with a bonus room that functions as a third bedroom, maximizing rental flexibility and income potential. Each unit includes a private 2-car garage, a rare and valuable amenity for tenants near the coast. The upper units private yard with jetted hot tub adds further appeal for premium rents. Flexible income strategies: rent both units for strong cash flow, short-term (buyer to verify) or long-term rental, or occupy one unit while generating income from the other. Tenants will enjoy easy access to downtown Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz Wharf, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, as well as immediate connectivity to coastal and mountain biking trails right from your front door. No need to load up the car. A rare combination of size, location, and versatility, an exceptional addition to any coastal portfolio.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82045786 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Days on Site | 1 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Primary Suite/Retreat |
| Bathrooms | Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub |
| Kitchen | Countertop - Ceramic, Countertop - Tile, Exhaust Fan |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| Dining Room | Dining Area |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Gas Log, Living Room |
| Flooring | Laminate |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Electric |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition, Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, Garage: 4 Car(s) |
| High School District | Santa Cruz City Elementary |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | Res |
Tommy Ligon
Bailey Properties
License #: 01449570
Phone: (831) 331-7828
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