506 W Cliff Drive

Santa Cruz, CA
$ 8,495,000 Beds 5 Baths 4.5 Sq 3,646 Virtual Tour
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Casa Cowells is beyond words. Perched on West Cliff Drive's historic Millionaires' Row, this custom luxury estate is a rare oceanfront offering, designed around the water. From the kitchen and dining area, great room, upstairs living room, and both primary suites, the easterly panorama unfolds: ocean, wharf, beach, boardwalk, epic sunrises, and long ridgelines of the Santa Cruz Mountains beyond, turning this coastline into something closer to a moving picture, than a window. Rooted in Spanish Mediterranean tradition, the home pairs clay tile, stucco, arched openings, wrought iron, hand-painted Talavera tile, and Saltillo flooring with effortless coastal rhythm. LaCantina doors pocket into walls, dissolving lines between indoors and out. A spacious heated lanai invites connection. Underfoot, warm, seamless radiant concrete floor by renowned artisan Tom Ralston, tinted in a Monet finish, is inspired by the sand at nearby Cowells Beach. An antique stained-glass fanlight crowns the entry, filtering brilliant color into the living space. Rainwater harvesting system supports the summer garden oasis. Designed by Craycroft, Green Building Award winning and ADA-designed, Casa Cowells was created with thoughtful intention. This coastal sanctuary was designed to make everyday life better.

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  • Price
  • $ 8,495,000
  • City
  • Santa Cruz
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 4
  • County
  • SANTA CRUZ
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.291001 Acres
  • Zip
  • 95060
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,646
  • Year Built
  • 2018
  • Style
  • Mediterranean,Spanish
  • MLS#
  • ML82060236
Listed By: Coldwell Banker Realty
Data Source: Contra Costa Reciprocal Listings

Features

General

Living Area 3646
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Radiant
Cooling None
Roof Tile
Appliances Gas Range
Zoning R-1
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Mediterranean,Spanish
Pool Features Solar Heat
Year Built 2018
Electric 220 Volts in Kitchen
View City Lights,Hills,Mountain(s),Water
Stories Count 2
Levels Two Story
Property Subtype Detached
Parcel Number 00428129000
County Santa Cruz
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Energy Efficient Insulation - Floor,Walls Insulated
Facing Direction East
Garage Y/N Yes
Green Energy Generation Solar
Full Baths 4
Status Active
City Santa Cruz
High School District Santa Cruz City High
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 12676
Standard Status Active
Elementary School District Santa Cruz City Elementary
Freehold IDX

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Family Room,Storage,Workshop,Breakfast Bar
Flooring Concrete,Wood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Gas
Air Conditioning Y/N No
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 5
Kitchen Features 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Bar,Eat-in Kitchen,Gas Range/Cooktop
Total Baths 5
1/2 Baths 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Back Yard
Fencing Fenced
Parking Features Workshop in Garage,Guest
Lot Features Level
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 12676
Building Area Total 3646
Lot Size Acres 0.291
Other Equipment Intercom
ADU Y/N Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Newark, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

9/10/2026 Listed $8,495,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 95060

Price
AVG $2.09M
$8.5M
Year Built
AVG 1959
2018

Areas That We Cover

506 W Cliff Drive Santa Cruz, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $8495000 with 3646 sqft and a lot size of 0.291001 Acres Acre(s). 506 W Cliff Drive Santa Cruz has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths and was built in 2018. The property's zip code is 95060 which is in Santa Cruz, CA

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