302 Carbonera Drive

This beautifully updated Carbonera home offers an exceptional blend of quality, design, and versatility, featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 2,457 sq ft of thoughtfully curated living space on an expansive 14,026 sq ft landscaped lot. A detached artist studio adds flexibility, ideal for a private office, guest retreat, or creative space. Designed for both comfort and entertaining, the open-concept floor plan showcases a spacious chefs kitchen that flows seamlessly into the main living area and separate family room. Sliding glass doors from both spaces extend to a generous, partially covered patio, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living year-round. The backyard is private, level, and full of potential, offering ample space for a pool or future enhancements. A sunny, fenced garden area with raised beds provides the perfect setting for those with a passion for gardening. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage with a full bathroom and convenient access to both the backyard and detached artist studio. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Santa Cruz with easy commuter access, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly distinctive home in one of the areas most desirable neighborhoods.

Days on Market

13 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$2,099,000

List Price

$2,099,000

On Market Date

May 4, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

42 - East Santa Cruz

Zip Code

95060

MLS ID

ML82044512

APN

008-384-16-000

Year Built

1976

Stories in Building

Unavailable

Possession

Unavailable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

4

Bath

4

Parking

2

Attached Garage

SQ FT

2,457

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

14,026.0

Lot Acres

0.321993 Acres

Cooling

None

Dining Room

Dining Area

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

Separate Family Room

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Fire Place

Living Room

Heating

Other

Fee

Unavailable

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