3.5-acre parcel in the heart of Soquel, recently re-zoned (RF-Min) for high-density residential and mixed-use development. Zoning designation offers an expedited, ministerial approval process no public hearings required and is exempt from CEQA, placing your project on the fast track. Potential for approximately 140± units, this property presents a significant opportunity to create a transformative residential or mixed-use community in one of Santa Cruz County''s most desirable areas. The location is unbeatable: just minutes from New Brighton State Beach, Cabrillo College, Capitola Village, and major transportation lines. . Top-rated schools and coastal amenities enhance long-term appeal. As a designated Housing Element site, this parcel is aligned with mandates to increase housing supply. The County Planning Department supports streamlined development, imposing no additional County standards or discretionary reviews. This is more than land it''s a ready-made opportunity for developers looking to deliver housing with fewer barriers and faster timelines in a sought-after coastal market. The property includes two existing homes served by natural gas, public sewer, and a private well. Public water is at street with available allocations through Soquel Creek Water District.
Property Details
Price:
$3,500,000
MLS #:
ML81990308
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Jan 13, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
2,040
Lot Size:
152,634 sqft / 3.50 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1947
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Schools
School District:
Other
Elementary School:
Other
Middle School:
Other
High School:
Soquel
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Exterior
Parking Spots
5.00
Roof
Composition
Financial
Map
Community
- Address2603 Monterey Avenue Soquel CA
- Neighborhood699 – Not Defined
- CitySoquel
- CountySanta Cruz
- Zip Code95073
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Soquel as of Oct 21, 2025
21
Single Family Listed
269
Avg DOM
888
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,646,064
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 2603 Monterey Avenue Soquel CA is a Single Family for sale in Soquel, CA, 95073. It is listed for $3,500,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,040 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1947. The current price per square foot is $1,716. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Soquel is $888. The average listing price for Single Family in Soquel is $1,646,064.
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