Home | Santa Cruz County | Capitola | 95010 | 856 Balboa Ave
MLS: ML81957241 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,750,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 1,586 | 9,104 | 1968 |
Welcome to this ideally located single-level home in the Cliffwood Heights neighborhood of Capitola. The well-designed layout includes an open concept living area with a remodeled kitchen including up-to-date appliances such as a highend Viking stove-top and a Jenn-Air double-oven with a lovely open beamed ceiling. The home has new gleaming hardwood floors and double-pane windows. Step outside to discover a large, fully landscaped, private backyard perfect for gardening, entertaining and enjoying the sparkling pool or relaxing spa which is solar heated. The flow from indoor to outdoors is exceptional adding an extra layer of fun to your lifestyle. Within a 2 minute walk to New Brighton Beach, offering the longest walkable beach in the county with miles of seafront strolling. This home is perfectly positioned for beach fun and easy access to charming Capitola Village. Take in the appeal of this community, where great schools, New Brighton Middle School, Gayle's Bakery, restaurants, shopping, and more are just a stroll or bike ride away. This home offers not just a residence but a lifestyle, combining comfort, convenience, and coastal beauty.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML81957241 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bathrooms | Primary - Stall Shower(s), Outside Access, Shower over Tub - 1, Skylight, Tile, Full on Ground Floor |
| Dining Room | Dining Area in Living Room, Dining Bar |
| Family Room | Kitchen/Family Room Combo |
| Fireplace | Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition, Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Pool | Heated - Solar, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo |
| Style | Ranch, Traditional |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Soquel Union Elementary |
| High School District | Santa Cruz City High |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | RES |
Terri Mayall
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
License #: 01085181
Phone: (831) 818-3361
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Brighton Middle School | public | 6-8 | 0.44 mi | 6 |
| Soquel Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.00 mi | 5 |
| Main Street Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.10 mi | 7 |
| Mar Vista Elementary School | public | K-6 | 1.22 mi | 6 |
| Soquel High School | public | 9-12 | 1.35 mi | 9 |
| Live Oak Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.29 mi | 4 |
| Special Education Preschool | public | UG | 2.53 mi | N/A |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center | public | K-8 | 2.53 mi | 7 |
| Valencia Elementary School | public | K-6 | 2.56 mi | 7 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.60 mi | 7 |
| Green Acres Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.61 mi | 5 |
| Del Mar Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.66 mi | 4 |
| Shoreline Middle School | public | 6-8 | 2.70 mi | 6 |
| Harbor High School | public | 9-12 | 2.92 mi | 7 |
| Santa Cruz Adult | public | UG | 3.11 mi | N/A |
| Aptos Junior High School | public | 7-8 | 3.12 mi | 4 |
| De Laveaga Elementary School | public | K-5 | 3.17 mi | 8 |
| Mountain Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.22 mi | 9 |
| Gault Elementary School | public | K-5 | 3.75 mi | 5 |
| Rio Del Mar Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.77 mi | 9 |
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