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listing_id: ML82010422
status: Closed
price: 2300000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1692
sqft_lot: 3180
lot_acres: 
year_built: 2004
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "5005 Emerald St"
city: Capitola
state: CA
zip: 95010
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 36.972709
lng: -121.955192
days_on_market: 293
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "Rodger Shaheen"
list_office: "Coldwell Banker Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(408) 726-3443"
list_agent_license: 01164867
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Santa Cruz County | Capitola | 95010 | 5005 Emerald St

5005 Emerald St, Capitola, CA 95010

MLS: ML82010422 | Status: Sold | Price: $2,300,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 1,692 3,180 2004

Remarks

Capitola Jewel Box. A rare find just a minute stroll to Shadowbrook, Capitola Beach, Esplanade & Village. Designed by Derek Van Alstine & newly constructed in 2004, this Craftsman-style home sits on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in the best neighborhood! A charming front porch & private patio welcome you inside to nearly 1,700 sq ft of living space. Step in to find custom mahogany woodwork and cozy radiant heat floors. An inviting living room centers around a jaw-dropping oversized fireplace. The gorgeous chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, Sub-Zero fridge, Wolf range, granite counters, butcher block island & farmhouse sink. Versatile layout features a 1st floor bedroom with built-in Murphy bed, ideal for guests or office, plus a full bath. French doors open to a large back deck with built-in BBQ & seating. Upstairs primary suite is a showstopper. With soaring vaulted ceilings & a spa-inspired bath with elegant clawfoot tub & oversized shower. A private balcony provides the perfect retreat for morning coffee from primary & additional upstairs bedroom with walk-in closet. Other features include water filtration system, attached 1-car garage, Hardie plank siding, copper roof/gutters, & lush gardens. This is refined beach living at its best!

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82010422
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat
Bathrooms Granite, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Skylight, Stall Shower - 2+, Tub, Full on Ground Floor
Kitchen 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Granite
Appliances Cooktop - Gas, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator
Dining Room Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, No Formal Dining Room
Family Room No Family Room
Fireplace Gas Burning, Living Room
Flooring Hardwood, Stone, Tile
Laundry In Garage
Cooling None
Heating Radiant Floors

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Other
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
Style Craftsman

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, On Street, Garage: 1 Car(s)
Elementary District Soquel Union Elementary
High School District Santa Cruz City High
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning R1

Contact Information

Rodger Shaheen
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 01164867
Phone: (408) 726-3443

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
New Brighton Middle School public 6-8 0.58 mi 6
Soquel Elementary School public K-5 0.90 mi 5
Soquel High School public 9-12 1.34 mi 9
Main Street Elementary School public K-5 1.36 mi 7
Live Oak Elementary School public K-5 1.45 mi 4
Del Mar Elementary School public K-5 1.71 mi 4
Shoreline Middle School public 6-8 1.76 mi 6
Special Education Preschool public UG 1.86 mi N/A
Ocean Alternative Education Center public K-8 1.86 mi 7
Green Acres Elementary School public K-5 1.92 mi 5
Mar Vista Elementary School public K-6 2.17 mi 6
Harbor High School public 9-12 2.26 mi 7
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School public K-5 2.43 mi 7
Santa Cruz Adult public UG 2.46 mi N/A
De Laveaga Elementary School public K-5 2.58 mi 8
Gault Elementary School public K-5 2.93 mi 5
Branciforte Middle School public 6-8 3.08 mi 9
Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch School public K-5 3.29 mi 9
Ark Independent Studies School public 6-12 3.29 mi 4
Alternative Family Education School public K-12 3.29 mi 7

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This listing information is up-to-date as of January 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Rodger Shaheen, (408) 726-3443.