




Welcome to 185 14th Avenue in Santa Cruz, an extraordinary opportunity to own a custom-built coastal retreat overlooking coveted Twin Lakes State Beach and Blacks Beach. Tucked behind a private gate on 14th Avenue, this rare offering delivers the essence of beachfront living, with the sand and surf right out your front door. Inside, refined finishes include hardwood flooring, stone surfaces, radiant heating, and a private three-story elevator for effortless access. The spacious chefs kitchen was designed for both intimate gatherings and large-scale entertaining, featuring abundant counter space, premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and sweeping ocean vistas from the kitchen, main living areas, and primary bedroom. The home also offers a spacious media and recreation room that opens directly onto an expansive ocean-view deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Complete with a secondary prep kitchen and private sauna, this space is ideal for multigenerational living, hosting guests, or entertaining on any scale. Multiple ocean-view decks capture breathtaking sunsets and coastline views, while the backyard entertaining area is a true showpiece featuring a hot tub and exceptional spaces for relaxation and unforgettable gatherings in this iconic beachfront setting.
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
6
Square Feet
4,407
Lot Size
8,364 sqft
Year Built
2007
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
80
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
ML82044563
Interior Features
Walk In Closets
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Living Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator
Heating
Central
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Metal
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
$0
| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
6 | Del Mar Elementary Elementary School |
6 | Shoreline Middle Middle School |
N/A | THE BAY SCHOOL Private School |
5 | Live Oak Elementary Elementary School |
6 | Gault Elementary Elementary School |
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features