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1540 Prospect Ave, Capitola, CA 95010

$2,828,100

Last sold 05/12/2025 for $4M

  • 4

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 2,243

    Sqft ($1,783/Sqft)

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About 1540 Prospect Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1931
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 4,792 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
Perched above the heart of Capitola Village, 1540 Prospect Ave offers a front-row seat to breathtaking coastal panoramas, where the iconic Cement Ship, the longest stretch of shoreline in the county, and the endless blue of the Pacific converge in a living canvas of sea and sky. Inside a grand hallway unfolds, lined with four bedroomstwo pairs connected by Jack and Jill baths. As you reach the end of the corridor, prepare to be swept away: a wall of glass reveals a sweeping view of the ocean, casting the spacious living room in radiant natural light. Behind it, the open-concept kitchen is perfectly positioned for entertainingpour a cocktail, prepare a feast, and never miss a moment of the setting sun as it melts into the horizon. This home is rich with artistic architectural touches, blending mid-century inspiration with timeless charm. A detached garage with a versatile loft space above awaits your visionwhether a WFH office, yoga studio, or guest quarters. The thoughtfully designed front yard features hardscaping and mature landscaping, while the backyard is a charming courtyard with covered storage for surfboards and coastal essentials. Rarely does a property like this come to marketa coastal escape with soul, style, and one of the best views in all of Santa Cruz County.
Listed by
Listing Agent - The Madani Team
Listing Office - Room Real Estate
Source: MLSListings mls logo
MLS#ML82003593 • last updated 1 year ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC None
Heating Fireplace
Type Residential
MLS # ML82003593
SqFt 2243
SubType Single Family Home
Virtual Tour N/A
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Lot Size (Acres) 0.11
Year Built 1931
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Total # of Bedrooms 4
Family Room No Family Room
Kitchen Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Dining Room Dining Area, Eat In Kitchen
Fireplace Living Room, Wood Burning
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Roof Composition
Garage/ Parking Desc Attached Garage
# Garage Spaces 2
Amenities / Utilities
Water Sources Public
Sewer/ Septic Sewer - Public
Utilities Public Utilities
Location
View Ocean, Water
County Santa Cruz
Area Capitola
APN 034-046-04-000
Zoning Residential
$2.82M
Range: $2.56M-$3.09M
Last 30 days 
  • May 2025
    mls logo MLS # ML82003593
  • May 9, 2025 Pending
    —
  • Apr 23, 2025 Listed
    $3,500,000
  • Apr 22, 2025 Listed
    $3,500,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $3,233 +4.7%
    $106,935 +2.0%
  • 2023
    $3,088 +3.6%
    $104,838 +2.0%
  • 2022
    $2,981 +4.3%
    $102,782 +2.0%
  • 2021
    $2,858 +2.5%
    $100,767 +1.04%
  • 2020
    $2,787 +2.4%
    $99,734
  • 2019
    $2,723 +3.3%
    $99,734 +2.0%
  • 2018
    $2,636 +2.3%
    $97,779 +2.0%
  • 2017
    $2,577 +4.8%
    $95,861 +2.0%
  • 2016
    $2,458 +9.5%
    $93,980
  • 2015
    $2,245
    —
  • 1540 Prospect Ave
    $4M
  • Capitola
    —
  • 95010
    $1.29M +36% y/y
  • Capitola
    $1.29M +36% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
1550 Prospect Ave, Capitola, CA 95010 $2,823,900 3/3 2,651 0.01
1530 Prospect Ave #a, Capitola, CA 95010 $7,094,000 4/2 3,646 0.01
1560 Prospect Ave, Capitola, CA 95010 $2,025,800 3/1 1,452 0.02
1520 Prospect Ave #b, Capitola, CA 95010 $2,114,000 3/2 2,233 0.02
1510 Prospect Ave, Capitola, CA 95010 $1,266,200 2/1 1,086 0.03
1570 Prospect Ave, Capitola, CA 95010 $2,949,700 3/5 5,850 0.03
1555 Prospect Ave, Capitola, CA 95010 $1,200,400 3/1 980 0.03
5075 Emerald St, Capitola, CA 95010 $2,511,700 3/2 2,394 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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