39 Ortalon Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Santa Cruz
Local realty services provided by:ERA Excel Realty
39 Ortalon Avenue,Santa Cruz, CA 95060
$3,200,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,982 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: eli karon
Office: karon properties
MLS#:82061964
Source:MLSListings

Price summary

  • Price:$3,200,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,073.11

About this home

A rare opportunity to own an exceptional piece of Santa Cruz midcentury architecture. Designed in 1962 by architect Kermit Darrow, AIA, 39 Ortalon Avenue embodies his "Light for Living" philosophy, with natural light moving through the home from sunrise to sunset and a seamless connection between indoors and out. Offered publicly for the first time, this 4BR/2BA residence spans nearly 3,000 square feet on a 9,975-square-foot lot on one of Santa Cruz's coveted Upper Westside streets. Lovingly maintained by the same family since it was built, the home preserves Darrow's authentic architectural vision while incorporating thoughtful updates for modern living. Highlights include an updated kitchen and bathrooms, high-end Miele appliances, radiant-heated floors, newer windows and skylights, newer roof, updated plumbing and electrical, owned solar panels, and updated interior and exterior lighting. Outdoor entertaining areas redesigned by Joni Janecki & Associates beautifully extend the...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1962
  • Listing ID #:82061964
  • Added:3 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 28, 2026 at 02:46 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Flooring:Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Dining Description:Dining Area
  • Bathrooms Description:1 Stall Shower, Double Sinks, Outside Access
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedroom Description:Walk-In Closet
  • Living area:2,982 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan
  • Heating:Radiant

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition, Shingle
  • Year built:1962
  • Building area:2,982 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.23 Acres
  • Exterior Features:Fenced Yard
  • Foundation Description:Concrete Slab

Utilities

  • Water:City/Public
  • Sewer:Sewer - Public

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$3,200,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,073.11

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Inside, Washer/Dryer
  • Amenities:Security Alarm, Vaulted Ceiling

Parking

  • Parking description:2 Car Garage, Attached, Electric Car Hookup, Off Street Parking, On Street
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