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526 S Branciforte AvenueSanta Cruz, CA 95062

For Sale

$1,849,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $18,490

A new unicorn sighting in MidTown! The rarest of opportunities nestled in the perfect Eastside/Seabright location, w/an off the charts walk score, desirable banana belt weather, multi-gen lifestyle options & an artful blend of old & new w/2 detached homes that have been lovingly renovated. A 1920s single level, 2br, 1ba original craftsman bungalow w/all the soulful vintage touches preserved, recently updated w/new kitchen, bath, refinished fir floors, new roof, interior/exterior paint. Sunny enclosed front sitting porch, period built-ins, trim & molding, vintage rolled glass windows & modern lighting. PLUS a stunning, new custom 2br, 1.5ba home w/its own soulful contemporary feel that has a soaring loft style design w/dynamic architectural lines & 22' ceilings. Open kitchen/living, bar seating, quartz counters, tile backsplash, custom cabinets, wide plank LVP floors, AC Mini-split system, floating stairs, designer italian tile & 1 car garage. Don't miss the detached bonus studio room perfect for office or workout/art space! Private, quiet urban garden ambiance, w/low maintenance landscaping. MidTown amenities, Shoppers Corner, Buttery, Whole Foods, Beach & Downtown are all just a hop, skip & a short bike ride away. Easy on/off for over the hill commute. This one is special.

Listed by Brezsny Associates

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License #70010105

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Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

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831-588-8485

Last updated November 19, 2025

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Source: MLSListings #ML82026812

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodUpper Seabright
  • Bedrooms4
  • Days on Prevu15
  • Size1,794 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,031

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Pets Allowed
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

11/05/2025
Listed by Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
$1,849,000

Property Details for 526 S Branciforte Avenue

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Composition
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Year Built Details: 2

Features

  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back Yard, Barbecue Area, Deck, Fenced, Porch(s) - Enclosed, Courtyard

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,794
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 5,271
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,271
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 010-064-13-000

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Laminate, Other, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,794

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4

Parking

Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Carport, On Street, Tandem Parking
  • Parking Total: 4

Schools

High School

  • High School District: Santa Cruz City Elementary

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: Other, Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public Utilities, Water - Public
  • Water Source: Public

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