MAJOR PRICE IMPROVEMENT! This is your chance at an architectural gem in the heart of Santa Cruz's beloved Mission Hill Historic District. 232 Union Street is a rare modern Victorian-style duet that blends classic charm with modern comfort featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a flexible ground-floor office- perfect for remote work, or use as a guest room. Tucked in on a peaceful, tree-lined street, this home offers incredible walkability to downtown, restaurants, parks, and coastal trails. Light-filled interiors, soaring ceilings, and thoughtful period details make it truly one-of-a-kind. A serene private yard, detached garage, reserved parking space round out the appeal. Just minutes to UCSC - ideal for faculty, staff, or students seeking a peaceful, walkable home base. Quick access to Hwy 1 & Hwy 17 for easy commuting to Silicon Valley or the coast. Leave the car behind, enjoy bikeable streets and short walks to downtown, restaurants, groceries, coffee shops, and transit stops. Just a few blocks from everything Santa Cruz has to offer. Whether you're heading up the hill to UCSC or down into town for dinner, 232 Union Street makes everyday life effortless. Don't miss this opportunity to live in one of Santa Cruz's most soulful neighborhoods.
Sold for $1,205,000
$1,205,000
232 Union St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3beds
1,852sqft
Single Family Residence,
Built in 1981
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$1,216,400 Zestimate®
$651/sqft
$5,899 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,216,400
$1.08M - $1.37M
$5,899/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 22, 2025 at 04:41am
Listed by:
Raina Tachmuradova 01299880 831-234-3831,
eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427
Bought with:
Brezsny Associates, 70010105
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82001204
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Skylight, Stone, Tile, TubwJets, HalfonGroundFloor, OversizedTub
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Ceramic
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built In Oven/Range, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Floor, Inside, In Utility Room
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,852
- Total interior livable area: 1,852 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Detached, Guest, Off Street, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced, Drought Tolerant Plants
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard,Gate,Wood
Lot
- Size: 2,614 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 00550102000
- Zoning: RL - Mult Res-Low
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence,
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $80 monthly
- Amenities included: Garden Greenbelt Trails
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2025 | Listing removed | $5,750$3/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Price change | $5,750-2.5%$3/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,900+32.6%$3/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Sold | $1,205,000+0.8%$651/sqft |
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| 7/18/2025 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$645/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,048 +8.5% | $317,008 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,732 +1.2% | $310,791 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,688 +1.1% | $304,698 +2% |
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Neighborhood: 95060
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Westlake Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Mission Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Santa Cruz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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Estimated market value
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- California
- Santa Cruz County
- Santa Cruz
- 95060
- 232 Union St