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$1,100,000
ActiveUnderContract
3 Beds·3 Baths·1,525 sqft·1,525 sqft lot·Built 2008
252 Cardiff Pl, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Listed 15 days ago · | MLS# ML82061340
$721/sqft
252 Cardiff Pl is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome in Santa Cruz 95060 with 1,525 square feet of living space, built in 2008. It is listed at $1,100,000, or $721 per square foot, with HOA dues of $376 per month. The three most recent 3-bedroom sales in 95060 closed between $1,240,000 and $1,600,000 ($654 to $1,431 per square foot).
Est. $7,491/moP&I $5,708 · Tax $1,146 · Insurance $262 · HOA $376Assumes 20% down ($220,000) at 6.75% · Contact Timothy for a lender referralAegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use a property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
Townhome Price Position in Santa Cruz
$726K$1.3M
179Active in Santa Cruz
12Active Townhomes
4.3 moInventory
Why This Home Stands Out
🏠
3 Bed / 3 Bath, 1,525 sqft
Built in 2008, 2-car garage plus guest parking.
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HOA $376/mo
Westlake Cottages Owners Association.
Best fit forActive BuyersSanta Cruz SearchersMove-Up / Move-In
About 252 Cardiff Pl
This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits in a premier location on Santa Cruzs upper west side, just a short distance from UCSC, major bus routes, world-class surf breaks, restaurants, grocery stores, Westlake Park, and more. A welcoming front porch greets you and is the perfect spot for savoring your morning coffee while watching the neighborhood come to life. Venture inside to an open-concept living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen. An inviting fireplace anchors the space, offering the perfect spot to curl up with a good book or your favorite show. The kitchen impresses with ample counter space, matching stainless steel appliances, and an oversized island, ideal for the most discerning home chef. The floor plan offers excellent separation of space, with all bedrooms located on the top floor. The primary suite includes a private en suite bathroom.
MLS ID #ML82061340, The Madani Team. Listing provided by Room Real Estate · MLSListings Inc.
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Property Details for 252 Cardiff Pl
Overview
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- Year Built
- 2008
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2 Full, 1 Half
- Living Area
- 1,525 sqft
- Lot Size
- 1,525 sqft (0.04 acres)
- Price/sqft
- $721
- Status
- ActiveUnderContract
Interior
- Kitchen
- Breakfast bar, Breakfast nook, Eatin kitchen, No formal dining room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Fireplace
- Gas log, Living room
- Heating
- Forced air, Gas
- Cooling
- None
- Laundry
- Hookup, gas dryer
- Family Room
- None
- Interior Features
- Air purifier
Exterior and Parking
- Garage
- Garage, 2 spaces
- Guest Parking
- Yes
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Concrete perimeterand slab
- Zoning
- R
Community and HOA
- HOA Dues
- $376/mo
- Utilities
- Public, Water public
- County
- Santa Cruz
- City
- Santa Cruz
Schools
- School District
- Santa Cruz City Elementary
- Santa Cruz Schools
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Listing
- MLS Number
- ML82061340
- Listed
- September 24, 2026
- Days on Market
- 15
- Listing Agent
- The Madani Team
- Listing Brokerage
- Room Real Estate
- Data Verified
- October 9, 2026
Source: MLSListings Inc. School attendance boundaries are set by the district and can change; verify directly with the district.
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Location
252 Cardiff Pl, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 · Santa Cruz County
Market Context
Price Positioning
🏠 Inventory: 47 3-bedroom homes and 12 townhomes currently active in Santa Cruz.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Timothy Alston, Broker, DRE# 01328224.
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Listed at $1,100,000 ($721/sqft). The three most recent 3-bedroom sales in 95060 closed at $654 to $1,431 per sqft.
Listed September 24, 2026. That is 15 days on market as of October 9, 2026.
Est. $7,491/mo with 20% down ($220,000) at 6.75%. That is principal and interest $5,708, property tax $1,146, insurance $262 and HOA $376. The assumptions and lender disclosure are with the payment estimate at the top of this page.
There are 179 active listings in Santa Cruz: 47 are 3-bedroom and 12 are townhomes.
The three most recent 3-bedroom sales in Santa Cruz 95060 closed at $1,240,000, $1,300,000 and $1,600,000, or $654 to $1,431 per sqft.
Yes. As of October 9, 2026, 252 Cardiff Pl is an active listing at $1,100,000. It is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome with HOA dues of $376 per month.
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