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    420 Capitola Road Ext Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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    $3,800,000

    Five or More Units - SANTA CRUZ, CA

    Property size:
    4,530 SF
    Days on Market:
    2
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 14 at 6:06 am

    Property Features for 420 Capitola Road Ext

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    RM-4
    Rooms
    Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5
    Bedrooms
    8
    Parking
    7
    Parking features
    Oversized
    Interior features
    None
    Size
    4,530 SF

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air
    Cooling system
    None (Cooling)

    Building Details

    Year built
    1950
    Roof type
    Composition
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Kasey Hinchman
    Kasey Hinchman

    David Lyng Real Estate (831) 476-0100

    Listing agent Kasey Hinchman (831) 476-0100 License #01424163

    Listing date Mar 13, 2026

    MLS# ML82038636 Listing URL

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    Overview

    Santa Cruz Multi-Unit Investment Opportunity

    This turnkey multi-unit investment opportunity is located in a convenient Midtown Santa Cruz location. The property features five residential units across three structures, plus a vacant rear portion of the parcel offering potential for future development. The unit mix includes a 3BR/2BA single-family home with an attached studio, a detached 1BR/1BA home, and a duplex with a 2BR/1BA unit and a 2BR/1.5BA unit sharing one wall. Additional improvements include covered parking, a shared laundry area, and several accessory structures. The parcel, primarily designated Urban Medium Residential and zoned RM-4, provides potential flexibility for multi-family housing uses. The property is well located near Midtown Santa Cruz, Ocean Street, Downtown, and area beaches, with convenient access to shopping, dining, and commuter routes. The property has a strong rental history and currently operates as a solid five-unit income property with ample open space and long-term upside potential, including the possibility for future expansion or larger-scale development. The property size is 4530 square feet. It is located in Santa Cruz, CA, near Midtown Santa Cruz, Ocean Street, Downtown, and area beaches.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Apartment buildings

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Pharmacy

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Santa Cruz
    County
    Santa Cruz
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -121.99361
    Latitude
    36.980503

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Apartment building - Turnkey five-unit property with development potential in Midtown Santa Cruz.
    Where is this apartment building located?
    The property is located at 420 Capitola Road Ext Santa Cruz, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,800,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Turnkey five-unit income property in Midtown Santa Cruz with strong rental history.; - Vacant rear portion of parcel offers potential for future development.; - Desirable unit mix includes a single-family home, studio, detached home, and duplex.
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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