1500 Wharf Rd

Beds
Baths
1,926 Sq. Ft.
$1,557 / Sq. Ft.
1,926
Sq. Ft.
$1,557
per Sq. Ft.

Description

One of the most photographed properties in Santa Cruz County, the beloved Venetian Court, Unit Twelve, is being offered to the market for the first time in the past fifty years. This home has served as the unofficial icon of not only the City of Capitola, but also readily identifiable to the State of California. This end unit has a private balcony overlooking the Capitola Esplanade, Monterey Bay, and is nestled between the Stockton Bridge and the Capitola Wharf. This home is steps to the sand, surfing,...One of the most photographed properties in Santa Cruz County, the beloved Venetian Court, Unit Twelve, is being offered to the market for the first time in the past fifty years. This home has served as the unofficial icon of not only the City of Capitola, but also readily identifiable to the State of California. This end unit has a private balcony overlooking the Capitola Esplanade, Monterey Bay, and is nestled between the Stockton Bridge and the Capitola Wharf. This home is steps to the sand, surfing, dining, shopping, fishing and year round enjoyment of one of the best beaches in California. Vacation rentals are allowed with City permit. Recently updated kitchens, flooring and paint. The Capitola Venetian Court was envisioned as a second Venice with and add a touch of European charisma to the California coast. With their globally recognized bright colors, they serve as a backdrop for various festivals, art exhibitions, and community events throughout the year. The Venetian Court stands as testaments to the seaside city of Capitola's rich history and enduring cultural appeal.
  1. Listed by Jerid K. Kiedrowski • DRE #01442064 • Brokerage DRE #01843086 • Allen Property Group, Inc. • 831-818-1717

Property Details for 1500 Wharf Road

MLS City Name
CAPITOLA
Building Type
DUPLEX
Complex Name
Venetian Ct
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
0
Cross Street
Cliff Dr
LISTING UPDATED: 04/02/2026 09:20 AM

Property Details for 1500 Wharf Road

StatusActive
MLS #ML82038556
Days on Compass20
Taxes$9,751 / year
HOA Fees$180
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL INCOME / DUPLEX
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,002 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Allen Property Group, Inc., Jerid K. Kiedrowski, DRE #01442064
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Building Information for 1500 Wharf Road

Stories-Residences2Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,002 SF

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Property Information for 1500 Wharf Road

Features
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Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living SqFt: 1926
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: None
  • Special Features: Other
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Meters: Master Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 0
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Other
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 1
  • HOA Fee: $180
Property Details
  • Area Text: Capitola
  • Restrictions: Other
  • Roof: Polyurethane
  • Subclass: Duplex
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 1500
  • Street Name: Wharf
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 44
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number of Buildings: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1926
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 96
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R1
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 035-203-01-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: CAPITOLA
  • City Postal ID: 8
  • Postal Code: 95010
  • Elementary School District: 870
  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .02
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
Multi Family Information
Building Information
  • No Of Leased: 2
General Information
  • Annual Tax Amount: $9,751
  • Building Unit Total: 2
  • Capitalization Rate: 3.61
  • Tenant Expenses: Other
  • Income Includes: Rents
  • Vacancy Factor: 20
Income / Expense Details
  • Expense Insurance: $11,584
  • Expense Landscape: $0
  • Expense Maintenance: $0
  • Expense Management: $0
  • Expense Trash: $0
  • Expenses Other: $0
  • Expenses Utility: $3,290
  • Expenses Total: $24,625
  • Operating Expenses Include: Other
  • Gross Rent Multiplier: 18.07
  • Income Annual Gross: $132,800
  • Income Annual Rental: $166,000
  • Income Gross Scheduled: $166,000
  • Income Other: $0
Unit 1 Information
  • Unit 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit 1 Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit 1 Number of Bedrooms: 2
Unit 2 Information
  • Unit 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit 2 Number of Bedrooms: 3

Property History for 1500 Wharf Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 1, 2026

Price Change

EBRD #ML82038556

$2,999,000
Apr 1, 2026

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82038556

$2,999,000
Mar 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82038556

$3,199,000
Mar 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82038556

$3,199,000
Sep 30, 2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81997037

Sep 30, 2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,349,000
Aug 10, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,349,000
Aug 10, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,349,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,448,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,448,000
Jun 16, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,449,000
Jun 16, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,449,000
May 20, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,549,000
May 20, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,549,000
Apr 22, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,649,000
Apr 22, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,649,000
Apr 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,749,000
Apr 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,749,000
Oct 15, 2024

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81975271

Oct 15, 2024

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81975271

Aug 1, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81975271

$4,495,000
Aug 1, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81975271

$4,495,000
Oct 27, 2010

Price Change

RESFAR #80702298

$3,539,000
May 1, 2008

Expired

EBRD #ML80759680

Apr 30, 2008

Expired

RESFAR #80759680

Apr 30, 2008

Expired

MLSListings #ML80759680

$3,575,000
Oct 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80759680

$3,575,000
Oct 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80759680

$3,575,000
Oct 24, 2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80759680

$3,575,000
Jul 15, 2007

Withdrawn

RESFAR #80702298

Jul 15, 2007

Withdrawn

RESFAR #80714286

Jun 26, 2007

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80702298

Jun 26, 2007

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80714286

Jun 26, 2007

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80702298

Jun 26, 2007

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80714286

Jan 16, 2007

Price Change

RESFAR #80702298

$3,995,000
Jan 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80714286

$3,539,000
Jan 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80702298

$3,539,000
Jan 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80714286

$3,539,000
Jan 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80702298

$3,995,000
Jan 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80714286

$3,539,000
Jan 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80702298

$3,995,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/01/2026

Price Change

EBRD #ML82038556

$2,999,000
04/01/2026

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82038556

$2,999,000
03/13/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82038556

$3,199,000
03/13/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82038556

$3,199,000
09/30/2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81997037

09/30/2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,349,000
08/10/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,349,000
08/10/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,349,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,448,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,448,000
06/16/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,449,000
06/16/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,449,000
05/20/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,549,000
05/20/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,549,000
04/22/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,649,000
04/22/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,649,000
04/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81997037

$3,749,000
04/03/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81997037

$3,749,000
10/15/2024

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81975271

10/15/2024

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81975271

08/01/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81975271

$4,495,000
08/01/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81975271

$4,495,000
10/27/2010

Price Change

RESFAR #80702298

$3,539,000
05/01/2008

Expired

EBRD #ML80759680

04/30/2008

Expired

RESFAR #80759680

04/30/2008

Expired

MLSListings #ML80759680

$3,575,000
10/24/2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80759680

$3,575,000
10/24/2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80759680

$3,575,000
10/24/2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80759680

$3,575,000
07/15/2007

Withdrawn

RESFAR #80702298

07/15/2007

Withdrawn

RESFAR #80714286

06/26/2007

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80702298

06/26/2007

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80714286

06/26/2007

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80702298

06/26/2007

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80714286

01/16/2007

Price Change

RESFAR #80702298

$3,995,000
01/16/2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80714286

$3,539,000
01/16/2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80702298

$3,539,000
01/16/2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80714286

$3,539,000
01/16/2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80702298

$3,995,000
01/16/2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80714286

$3,539,000
01/16/2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80702298

$3,995,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1500 Wharf Road

Taxable ValueLand$431,768Additions-Total$431,768
Tax Record2025$5,195 ($433 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size4,879 SqFtStyleCommercialCountySANTA CRUZAPN035-192-01

Schools near 1500 Wharf Road

This home is within Soquel Union Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Main Street Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Mission Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

New Brighton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Harbor High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1500 Wharf Road is a multi-family home for sale in Capitola, CA 95010. This property was listed for sale on March 13, 2026 by Allen Property Group, Inc., it's currently listed at $2,999,000. This listing's school districts are Soquel Union Elementary School District, Santa Cruz City High School District. Nearby schools include Main Street Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School and New Brighton Middle School. 1500 Wharf Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 1,926 sqft multi-family home built in 1930.

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