Beautiful California Ranch-style home with a permitted new 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU, set on a huge 18,426 sq. ft. flat lot in a coveted Upper Westside location – one of the most sought-after areas in Santa Cruz. This 2,172 sq. ft. single-level home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, plus a large, flexible office that could serve as a 4th bedroom, primary suite, or private in-law quarters. The home has been beautifully remodeled and meticulously maintained, with updated kitchen and bathrooms throughout. The expansive, usable lot offers rare, dreamlike potential for gardens, animals, and outdoor living. Additional highlights include an oversized 2-car garage, terraced gardens, solar, and a dog run. Ideally located just minutes from UC Santa Cruz, world-class beaches, surf spots, shops, and dining, this property offers the perfect blend of space, lifestyle, and convenience in a top-rated school district. Main house is 2172 square foot, ADU is 876 square foot.
Property Details
Price:
$2,999,000
MLS #:
ML82040730
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Jun 9, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,172
Lot Size:
18,426 sqft / 0.42 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1962
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Schools
School District:
Other
Interior
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Exterior
Common Walls
NCW
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Roof
CMP
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1028 Western DR Santa Cruz CA
- CitySanta Cruz
- CountySanta Cruz
- Zip Code95060
Subdivisions in Santa Cruz
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Santa Cruz as of Jun 10, 2026
133
Single Family Listed
94
Avg DOM
1,110
Avg $ / SqFt
$2,260,080
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1028 Western DR Santa Cruz CA is a Single Family for sale in Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. It is listed for $2,999,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,172 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1962. The current price per square foot is $1,381. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Santa Cruz is $1,110. The average listing price for Single Family in Santa Cruz is $2,260,080.
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