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listing_id: ML82051946
status: Active
price: 1699999
beds: 2
baths_full: 1
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 786
sqft_lot: 3746
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1900
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "308 Gharkey St"
city: Santa Cruz
state: CA
zip: 95060
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 36.959944
lng: -122.029573
days_on_market: 1
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Bill Kavanaugh"
list_office: "Coldwell Banker Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(831) 420-2610"
list_agent_license: 01908510
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-06-24
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Santa Cruz County | Santa Cruz | 95060 | 308 Gharkey St

308 Gharkey St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

MLS: ML82051946 | Status: Active | Price: $1,699,999
Beds/Baths: 2 / 1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Bath Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
2 1 786 3,746 1900

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Thursday, June 25 9:30 am - 12:00 pm William T. Kavanaugh
Saturday, June 27 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm William T. Kavanaugh
Sunday, June 28 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm William T. Kavanaugh

Remarks

Welcome to a charming coastal retreat in the heart of Santa Cruz. This classic cottage captures the essence of the Santa Cruz lifestyle - simple, bright, and designed for easy living. This inviting single-family home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, offering a warm and functional layout ideal for everyday comfort and weekend escapes. A full basement below adds valuable storage. The property also includes a detached 2-car garage, presenting exciting possibilities for expansion, an ADU, or creative workspace enhancing versatility and long-term value. Situated in a truly exceptional location, you're just 2 blocks from the iconic West Cliff Dr, where breathtaking ocean views and coastal paths await. Enjoy a short stroll to the vibrant Santa Cruz Wharf, along with nearby restaurants, coffee houses, and local amenities defining the SC lifestyle. The sunny yard provides the perfect setting for outdoor living, gardening, or relaxing in the coastal breeze. Offered at $1,699,999, this property is an exceptional opportunity whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or a smart investment. With its prime location, charm, and future potential, this home offers incredible flexibility and lasting appeal.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82051946
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site 1

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Kitchen Countertop - Granite
Appliances Microwave, Other, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Dining Room Dining Area
Family Room No Family Room
Flooring Carpet, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum
Laundry Other
Cooling None
Heating Floor Furnace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Pool None
Style Cottage

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Garage: 2 Car(s)
High School District Santa Cruz City Elementary
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning Residential

Contact Information

Bill Kavanaugh
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 01908510
Phone: (831) 420-2610

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Bay View Elementary School public K-5 0.70 mi 8
Santa Cruz High School public 9-12 0.79 mi 10
Mission Hill Middle School public 6-8 1.03 mi 9
Gault Elementary School public K-5 1.62 mi 5
Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch School public K-5 1.67 mi 9
Ark Independent Studies School public 6-12 1.67 mi 4
Alternative Family Education School public K-12 1.67 mi 8
Costanoa Continuation High School public 9-12 1.67 mi 2
Westlake Elementary School public K-5 1.68 mi 9
Branciforte Middle School public 6-8 1.99 mi 9
Santa Cruz County Community School public 7-12 2.00 mi 4
Santa Cruz County Rop School public 10-12 2.00 mi N/A
Santa Cruz County Special Education School public K-12 2.00 mi N/A
Shoreline Middle School public 6-8 2.44 mi 7
Del Mar Elementary School public K-5 2.55 mi 4
Santa Cruz Adult public UG 2.64 mi N/A
Harbor High School public 9-12 2.74 mi 7
De Laveaga Elementary School public K-5 2.82 mi 8
Green Acres Elementary School public K-5 2.83 mi 6
Live Oak Elementary School public K-5 2.87 mi 5

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
225 Union St $1,450,000 3 2 2,139 Active
101 Trescony St $1,399,000 3 2 1,173 Active
425 Logan St $1,749,000 3 2/1 1,750 Active
1120 King St $1,850,000 4 1/1 2,110 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of June 24, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Bill Kavanaugh, (831) 420-2610.