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listing_id: ML82063618
status: Active
price: 1799999
beds: 0
baths_full: 0
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 4192
sqft_lot: 5053
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1960
property_type: Residential Income
property_subtype: 
address: "520 Chestnut St"
city: Santa Cruz
state: CA
zip: 95060
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 36.973355
lng: -122.030515
days_on_market: 0
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Shawki Farhat"
list_office: "Raeid Farhat Real Estate Inc"
list_agent_phone: "(831) 228-9559"
list_agent_license: 02225210
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-10-05
transaction_type: buy
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Home | Santa Cruz County | Santa Cruz | 95060 | 520 Chestnut St

520 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

MLS: ML82063618 | Status: | Price: $1,799,999
Beds/Baths: – / –
Property Type: Residential Income

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
– – 4,192 5,053 1960

Remarks

Exceptionally well-maintained 5-unit multi-family property perfectly positioned in the vibrant heart of Santa Cruz. This clean, turnkey asset combines steady historical performance with a rare value-add opportunity, making it a standout acquisition. Significant Upside Potential. Currently low, below-market rents that provide a clear runway for an astute investor to boost cash flow. Offered at under $360k per door, this property represents a remarkably cost-effective entry into the highly competitive Santa Cruz Market. Historically low vacancy, anchored by perennially high tenant demand in the local rental market. Situated just blocks from vibrant Downtown Santa Cruz, residents enjoy effortless access to trendy local eateries, boutique shopping, coffee shops, and local entertainment. An ideal spot for students, with seamless transit options and routes heading directly to the UCSC campus. A short drive or bike ride to the world-famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the wharf, and iconic local surf spots. Exceptional positioning close to major regional transit arteries, including Highway 1 and Highway 17, ensuring effortless travel over the hill or down the coast.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82063618
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site 0

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Cooling None
Heating Wall Furnace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Slab

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Assigned Spaces, Garage: 0 Car(s)
High School District Santa Cruz City Elementary
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning R

Contact Information

Shawki Farhat
Raeid Farhat Real Estate Inc
License #: 02225210
Phone: (831) 228-9559

Property Units

# Buildings # Leased Units # Total Units
1 5 5

Unit Details

Type Sq Ft Beds Baths Min Rent Max Rent Units Like This
1 – 1 1/0 – – 3
2 – 2 2/0 – – 1

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Santa Cruz High School public 9-12 0.18 mi 10
Mission Hill Middle School public 6-8 0.26 mi 9
Bay View Elementary School public K-5 0.74 mi 8
Costanoa Continuation High School public 9-12 1.04 mi 2
Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch School public K-5 1.04 mi 9
Ark Independent Studies School public 6-12 1.04 mi 4
Alternative Family Education School public K-12 1.04 mi 8
Westlake Elementary School public K-5 1.09 mi 9
Santa Cruz County Special Education School public K-12 1.11 mi N/A
Santa Cruz County Community School public 7-12 1.11 mi 4
Santa Cruz County Rop School public 10-12 1.11 mi N/A
Gault Elementary School public K-5 1.24 mi 5
Branciforte Middle School public 6-8 1.38 mi 9
Santa Cruz Adult public UG 2.14 mi N/A
De Laveaga Elementary School public K-5 2.25 mi 8
Harbor High School public 9-12 2.29 mi 7
Shoreline Middle School public 6-8 2.46 mi 7
Green Acres Elementary School public K-5 2.48 mi 6
Ocean Alternative Education Center public K-8 2.58 mi 8
Special Education Preschool public UG 2.58 mi N/A

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
136 Market St $1,785,000 – – 2,250 Active
1006 Seabright Ave $1,876,000 – – 2,250 PendingDoNotShow
317 Ocean St $2,100,000 – – 3,700
323 Liberty St $1,499,000 – – 1,118 PendingDoNotShow

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This listing information is up-to-date as of October 05, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Shawki Farhat, (831) 228-9559.