Rare UCSC-area investment opportunity in one of Santa Cruz’s strongest rental markets. Ideally located steps from the UCSC bus line, this professionally managed, fully occupied fourplex is well suited for UCSC students, faculty, and staff. Residents enjoy easy access to campus, Downtown Santa Cruz, West Cliff Drive, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, all just 1.5 miles from the ocean. The property features 4 spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, each approximately 950 square feet, totaling 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms across approximately 3,800 square feet. Floor plans may offer potential for conversion to 3-bedroom configurations for increased income. Comparable 3-bedroom rentals near UCSC may command approximately $4,500-$5,500 per month. Buyer to verify feasibility. Amenities include on-site laundry, separate gas meters, 2 carports, 4 additional off-street parking spaces, and abundant street parking. New water heaters were installed in 2025. The property offers strong rental history, stable cash flow, and generates approximately $186,000 in annual gross income. Potential DSCR financing available.
Property Details
Price:
$2,480,000
MLS #:
ML82051773
Status:
Active
Beds:
0
Baths:
0
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Quadruplex
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Jul 21, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,978
Total Sq Ft:
3,978
Lot Size:
5,619 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1953
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Schools
School District:
Other
Elementary School:
Westlake
Middle School:
Other
Interior
Appliances
GO
Cooling
NO
Flooring
TILE, LAM, WOOD
Exterior
Accessibility Features
OTH
Construction Materials
OTH
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Roof
CMP, SHN
Financial
Maintenance Fee
$3,000
Taxes
$24,356
Map
Community
- Address257 High ST 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 Jul 25, 2026
128
Single Family Listed
95
Avg DOM
1,057
Avg $ / SqFt
$2,241,639
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 257 High ST Santa Cruz CA is a Single Family for sale in Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. It is listed for $2,480,000 and features 0 beds, 0 baths, and has approximately 3,978 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1953. The current price per square foot is $623. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Santa Cruz is $1,057. The average listing price for Single Family in Santa Cruz is $2,241,639.
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