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Santa Cruz, CA

$2,799,000

1028 Western Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,172
Sq Ft
1962
Built
47
Days listed

About this home

Rare Upper Westside estate property offering nearly 3,050 square feet of combined living space, including a newly constructed, fully permitted 876 sq. ft. ADU. Set on a rare, level 18,426 sq. ft. flat parcel just moments from Moore Creek Preserve, this beautifully remodeled single-level ranch captures the essence of Santa Cruz livingprivacy, flexibility, and income potential in one of the areas most sought-after neighborhoods. The main residence spans 2,172 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, plus a spacious, flexible office ideal as a 4th bedroom, private suite, or guest quarters. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home blends classic ranch charm with modern finishes and an easy indoor-outdoor flow. The newly built ADU offers excellent potential for rental income, extended family, or a private work-from-home retreatideal for UCSC faculty or Bay Area remote professionals seeking space and privacy. The expansive, flat grounds are a rare Westside findperfect for gardening, entertaining, or relaxing. Features include terraced gardens, a dog run, oversized two-car garage, and owned solarall just minutes from surf, trails, and Westside favorites.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3 full
Living area
2,172 sq ft
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.423 acres (18,426 sq ft)
Year built
1962
Parking
Off Street
Parking spaces
2
Community
Area
699 - Not Defined
County
Santa Cruz
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
47
Listed
2026-06-09
Original price
$2,999,000
Parcel #
00201221000
MLS #
ML82040730
Listed by
Bri Steel · Live Love Santa Cruz

Location

Price history

Listed
$2,999,000 · 2026-06-09
Price reduced
$2,799,000 (−$200,000)
Days on market
47
Current price
$2,799,000
Financing

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Estimated monthly payment
$17,559
$14,153 principal & interest · $3,405 taxes & insurance
$559,800
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Loan $2,239,200

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Listing courtesy of Live Love Santa Cruz. © 2026. The multiple listing data appearing on this website is owned and copyrighted by California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. ("CRMLS") and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Information provided is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties the consumer may be interested in purchasing. All data, including but not limited to all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Last updated July 26, 2026 Equal Housing Opportunity.

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