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1430 Merrill Street, 
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

$2,729,000


3

Beds


Bath


1,630

Sq Ft


Multi-Family

Active

Listed by

Troy Hinds

David Lyng Real Estate

troy@collectiverealestate.com

Last updated:

August 10, 2025, 01:31 AM

MLS#

ML82017110

Source:

CA BRIDGEMLS

About This Home

1430 Merrill Street

RARE OPPORTUNITY: Premier High-Density Development Site with 3 Detached Carrier Income Dwelling Units - 6 Minutes to Black's Beach - Seize this extraordinary 19,500 SF corner lot in the heart of Live Oak's coveted East Cliff Village neighborhood, where coastal living meets unparalleled walkability. This pristine development site represents the perfect canvas for your next visionary project. In a market starved for new rental housing, this site offers the rare combination of premium coastal location, exceptional walkability, and meaningful development scale. Whether pursuing the recommended 19-unit multifamily project or exploring luxury single-family options, this property delivers both immediate returns and long-term wealth creation in one of California's most desirable coastal communities. Don't miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to develop at scale in Live Oak's walkable beach district. Development Potential That Delivers: General Plan/Zoned R-UH/RM-2.5 with approved density for 19 units (14 base + 5 density bonus), this property offers exceptional investment returns. Topographical Survey in process and deliverable for due diligence. Buyer is responsible to verify any and all development potential.

Home Facts

Multi-Family

3 Bedrooms

Built in 1927

Price Summary

2,729,000

$1,674 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

ML82017110

Last Updated:

August 10, 2025, 01:31 AM

Added:

4 day(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

3

Interior

Living Area:

1,630 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

1,630 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1927


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

19,602


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$2,729,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$1,674 per Sq. Ft.

Source:CA BRIDGEMLS
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