1430 Merrill Street

Property Description

$325,000 Price Reduction: Walk to Black's Beach
Three fixer-upper detached 1BR/1BA homes on approximately 20,000 SF high-density multifamily development site in the heart of Live Oak's coveted East Cliff Village neighborhood. This exceptional property combines coastal living with unparalleled walkability, offering multiple development paths in one of the most desirable beach communities.

Development Potential:
- Zoning: R-UH/RM-2.5 (General Plan/Zoning)
- Conforming Density: Up to 19 units (14 base units + 5 density bonus units)
- Current Structures: 3 single-family homes, in disrepair

Development Options:
1. Full Redevelopment: Build up to 19 multifamily units on this premium coastal site
2. Partial Development: Add approximately 6 additional units while preserving existing structures
3. Single-Family Luxury: Rebuild existing homes for maximum privacy and outdoor space

In a market starved for new housing, this site offers the rare combination of premium coastal location, exceptional walkability, and meaningful development scale.

Additional Information:
- Topographical survey available

Please download and review Offering Memorandum. Buyer is responsible for verifying all development potential, density calculations, and project feasibility with local planning authorities.

Overview

Property Status

Sold

Date Sold

May 5, 2026

Lot Size

0.45 Acres

MLS ID

ML82017110

Property Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

1927

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Troy Hinds

(831) 706-6224 [email protected]

Features & Amenities

Total Area

1,630 Sq.Ft.

Neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Water Source

Water On Site

Utilities

Other

Roof

Composition

Parking

Off_Street Parking

Heat Type

Electric, Gas

Air Conditioning

None

Substructure

Other

Disability Features

None

School District

SantaCruzCityHigh

Sales Price

$1,545,000

Zoning

RM-2.5

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