185 14th Avenue

Property Overview
Welcome to 185 14th Avenue in Santa Cruz, an extraordinary opportunity to own a custom-built coastal retreat overlooking coveted Twin Lakes State Beach and Blacks Beach. Tucked behind a private gate on 14th Avenue, this rare offering delivers the essence of beachfront living, with the sand and surf right out your front door. Inside, refined finishes include hardwood flooring, stone surfaces, radiant heating, and a private three-story elevator for effortless access. The spacious chefs kitchen was designed for both intimate gatherings and large-scale entertaining, featuring abundant counter space, premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and sweeping ocean vistas from the kitchen, main living areas, and primary bedroom. The home also offers a spacious media and recreation room that opens directly onto an expansive ocean-view deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. Complete with a secondary prep kitchen and private sauna, this space is ideal for multigenerational living, hosting guests, or entertaining on any scale. Multiple ocean-view decks capture breathtaking sunsets and coastline views, while the backyard entertaining area is a true showpiece featuring a hot tub and exceptional spaces for relaxation and unforgettable gatherings in this iconic beachfront setting.
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential - SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 2007
- Living area
- 4,414 sq ft
- Lot size
- 8,364 sq ft
- Parking
- 2 spaces
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Days on market
- 3
- MLS status
- Active
- Zoning
- R-1-6
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Walk In Closets
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Electric Cooktop
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- View
- Yes
Utilities
- Heating
- Central
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- PublicSewer
Location & Neighborhood
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