Turnkey multi-unit investment opportunity in a convenient Midtown Santa Cruz location. The property features five residential units across three structures plus a vacant rear portion of the parcel offering potential for future development. Unit mix includes a 3BR/2BA single-family home (420 Capitola Rd Ext) with an attached studio (420A), a detached 1BR/1BA home (422), and a duplex with a 2BR/1BA unit (422A) and a 2BR/1.5BA unit (424) sharing one wall. Additional improvements include covered parking, a shared laundry area, and several accessory structures. The parcel is primarily designated Urban Medium Residential and zoned RM-4, providing potential flexibility for multi-family housing uses. Well located near Midtown Santa Cruz, Ocean Street, Downtown, and area beaches, with convenient access to shopping, dining, and commuter routes. The property has a strong rental history and currently operates as a solid five-unit income property with ample open space and long-term upside potential, including the possibility for future expansion or larger-scale development. Buyer to verify zoning, and development potential with appropriate government agencies.
AGENT: Kasey Hinchman LISTING BROKERAGE: David Lyng Real Estate
Courtesy of David Lyng Real Estate. Disclaimer: All data relating to real estate for sale on this page comes from the Broker Reciprocity (BR) of the California Regional Multiple Listing Service. Detailed information about real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than The Agency RE include the name of the listing broker. Neither the listing company nor The Agency RE shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The Broker providing this data believes it to be correct, but advises interested parties to confirm any item before relying on it in a purchase decision. Copyright 2026. California Regional Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved. 420 Capitola Road
Santa Cruz, CA
Property Details
Price:
$3,800,000
MLS #:
ML82038869
Status:
Active
Beds:
0
Baths:
0
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Mixed Use
Neighborhood:
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Listed Date:
Mar 16, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
4,530
Total Sq Ft:
4,530
Lot Size:
40,729 sqft / 0.94 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1950
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School District:
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Interior
Cooling
NO
Heating
FA
Exterior
Accessibility Features
NO
Parking Spots
7
Parking Total
7
Roof
CMP
Financial
Taxes
$13,700
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Community
- Address420 Capitola Road Santa Cruz CA
- CitySanta Cruz
- CountySanta Cruz
- Zip Code95062
