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Cottage-Style Duplex with Ocean View
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$1,350,000

216 Cypress Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Fenced front porch offers ocean views; updated kitchens and baths across both units in a Seabright-area beach neighborhood.

Property Size900 SF
Price / SF$1,500
Days on Market72

Property Features for 216 Cypress Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 900 SF
Property subtype Multi Family

Additional Details

Fenced Yard Yes
Multifamily Units 2

Building Details

Year Built 1923
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: eXp Realty of California Inc
Listed By: Gayle O'Neal · License #00974977
Source: Exitrealty
Added: Jun 1 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 11 at 6:51AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This cottage-style duplex offers two distinct units with ocean views from a fenced-in front porch. The front unit features an updated kitchen and bathroom along with fresh paint. The back unit has also been refreshed with an updated kitchen, updated flooring, a remodeled bathroom, and fresh paint, plus a multi-purpose loft area that helps expand usable interior space. Previously used as a short-term rental, the back unit includes a quaint fenced yard garden and a patio suited for outdoor dining and beach-climate relaxation.

Located at 216 Cypress Avenue in Santa Cruz’s Seabright beach neighborhood, the property is just yards from the beach. Street parking is provided on a street with one-way traffic, which the remarks note helps keep beach traffic minimal.

For tenants, investors, or owner-occupants, the layout supports multiple occupancy strategies, including renting one unit while living in the other or renting both units. The combination of updated interior finishes and outdoor space tied to the back unit’s yard and patio can be appealing for day-to-day livability and guest-friendly hosting. Street parking should be considered in planning for day-to-day access.

Key Highlights

  • 1923 duplex in the Seabright beach neighborhood, just yards from the beach with ocean views from a fenced front porch
  • Front unit features an updated kitchen and bathroom, plus fresh paint
  • Back unit has updated kitchen and flooring, a remodeled bath, and fresh paint

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Daycare Center Pharmacy Auto Parts Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store HVAC Service Computer & Electronic Repair

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Fenced yard

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

893
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 95062, CA

36,268
Population
17,055
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
51%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
5.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
7,111
Density / Sq Mi
$108,261
Median Household Income
$54,059
Median Earnings
$2,291
Median Rent
$1,064,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Fenced front porch offers ocean views; updated kitchens and baths across both units in a Seabright-area beach neighborhood.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 216 Cypress Avenue Santa Cruz, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,350,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1923 duplex in the Seabright beach neighborhood, just yards from the beach with ocean views from a fenced front porch; Front unit features an updated kitchen and bathroom, plus fresh paint; Back unit has updated kitchen and flooring, a remodeled bath, and fresh paint
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