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39 Ortalon Avenue

Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt2,982

Sqft

SqFt9,975

Sqft(Lot)

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, newe r 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 architecture into the landscape. Timeless, light-filled and remarkably preserved, 39 Ortalon Avenue is a rare example of midcentury modernism where architecture, landscape and everyday living exist in perfect harmony.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $3,200,000

AD Id : 91479065

MLS Id : ML82061964

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 9,975 Sq. Ft

Living Area Size : 2,982 Sq. Ft

Year Built : 1962

Garage : 2

County : Santa Cruz

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Roofing Information

    Composition, Shingle

    Flooring Information

    Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features

    Attic, UtilityRoom, WalkInClosets
    Roof: Composition, Shingle
    Appliances: Dishwasher, ElectricCooktop, Freezer, Disposal, GasOven, Microwave, Refrigerator, RangeHood
    Window Features: Skylights
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Radiant Has Cooling: Yes

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1962
    Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 9975 Lot Size Acres: 0.229 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 9,975

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $3200000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 00107208000

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 2 ElectricVehicleChargingStations, OffStreet

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Location Information

    Direction: Turn onto Ortalon from Sheldon or Meadow Cross Street: Sheldon Ave WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/02/2026 @ 01:23

MLS: ML82061964 LISTED BY: Eli Karon, Karon Properties 831-426-6696 SOURCE: CRMLS

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