1250 Soquel Avenue

Ultimate Live/Work Compound in Midtown Santa Cruz, CA. Unlock the ultimate coastal lifestyle with this rare mixed-use masterpiece in the sun-drenched "Banana Belt." Nestled in trendy, walkable Midtown Santa Cruz, just steps from the Rio Theatre, The Buttery, and local craft breweries, this unique complex offers high-visibility commercial real estate paired with a deeply private residential retreat. Commercial Potential: Command premier attention with a high daily traffic volume . The versatile storefront features soaring open-concept ceilings and flexible entry options, perfect for an upscale boutique, showroom, or professional agency. Private Residence is a hidden 1,400 SF, 2-story oasis featuring 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Step outside to an incredibly private, 600 SF gated patio and garden courtyard, for quiet mornings or evening entertaining. Rustic Structure, a separate 1,200 sq. ft. rear structure radiating an authentic arts-and-crafts vibe. Currently a bike shop, it's a blank canvas for a world-class music studio, creative agency, or maker-space. Embrace hipster-chic energy with premier commercial presence. Permitted street parking available. Experience the perfect synergy of business and sanctuary. Tenancy In Common buys 50 percent of entire property.

Days on Market

2 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$650,000

List Price

$650,000

On Market Date

Oct 2, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

42 - East Santa Cruz

Zip Code

95062

MLS ID

ML82063460

APN

011-012-25-000

Year Built

1950

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Unavailable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

2

Bath

2 (1/1)

Parking

0

On Street

SQ FT

1,400

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

5,271.0

Lot Acres

0.121006 Acres

Cooling

None

Dining Room

Dining Area in Family Room, Eat in Kitchen

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

No Family Room

Foundation

Concrete Slab

Heating

Central Forced Air

Laundry

None

Views

Garden / Greenbelt, Neighborhood

Fee

Unavailable

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