This one’s special! 3BD/2BA legacy property w/ vintage architecture & savvy modern updates. Rich in character, full of natural light & heavy on charm, this exceptional home offers a rare blend of tranquility & vibrant energy from the short stroll to downtown’s boutiques, restaurants, farmer’s market, fab future library, & entertainment. A variety of lifestyle options exist here. Rest your mind in the extraordinary garden spaces or dance downtown for some lively fun or a Warriors game! Connected living spaces that are ultra flexible for multi-gens, new parents, working singles, or 1st or 2nd home seekers. Soaring ceilings and skylights throughout. Bright & inviting rooms & full bathrooms on each level + a move in ready bonus studio w/ sep entrance. All nestled into your own slice of paradise. The perfect setting for CA indoor/outdoor living on the coast. 2nd story sep entrance offers possibilities of a rental or guest quarters. Light-filled w/ cathedral ceilings, garden views, bed & bath, dining/living area & flex spaces perfect as a creative space, office or play area. One of a kind, gardener’s paradise where beauty, history, comfort, & convenience all coalesce. Excellent commute location & just a 5 min drive to the beach. Come for a visit, stay for a lifetime.
Property Details
Price:
$1,485,000
MLS #:
ML82043161
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Apr 15, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,850
Lot Size:
5,314 sqft / 0.12 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1880
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Schools
School District:
Other
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
WW
Exterior
Common Walls
NCW
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Roof
CMP
Window Features
SK, GW
Financial
Map
Community
- Address515 Chestnut ST Santa Cruz CA
- CitySanta Cruz
- CountySanta Cruz
- Zip Code95060
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Santa Cruz as of Apr 23, 2026
161
Single Family Listed
89
Avg DOM
1,033
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,936,289
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 515 Chestnut ST Santa Cruz CA is a Single Family for sale in Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. It is listed for $1,485,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,850 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1880. The current price per square foot is $803. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Santa Cruz is $1,033. The average listing price for Single Family in Santa Cruz is $1,936,289.
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