4870 Topaz St

$1,501,000
Last Sold Price
Beds
Baths
1,146 Sq. Ft.
$1,310 / Sq. Ft.
1,146
Sq. Ft.
$1,310
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to the Jewel Box! This charming duplex is nestled in the heart of Capitola, offering two cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units. The location is within walking distance of Jade Street Park, Capitola Village, boutique shops and favorite local restaurants. Love the beach? You can stroll to the surf in just minutes! Unit B shines with hardwood floors, recessed lighting, fresh paint and detailed molding. Both units include their own washer & dryer hookup, plus a private outdoor storage closet under...Welcome to the Jewel Box! This charming duplex is nestled in the heart of Capitola, offering two cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units. The location is within walking distance of Jade Street Park, Capitola Village, boutique shops and favorite local restaurants. Love the beach? You can stroll to the surf in just minutes! Unit B shines with hardwood floors, recessed lighting, fresh paint and detailed molding. Both units include their own washer & dryer hookup, plus a private outdoor storage closet under the carport. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a vacation getaway, or an investment opportunity, this property is a true Capitola gem.
  1. Listed by Robert Bailey • DRE #00483155 • Brokerage DRE #01319514 • Bailey Properties • 831-818-5948
  2. Listed by Sheri Buenz • DRE #02246190 • Brokerage DRE #01319514 • Bailey Properties

Property Details for 4870 Topaz Street

MLS City Name
CAPITOLA
Building Type
DUPLEX
Style
Ranch
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
0
View
None
Cross Street
49th
LISTING UPDATED: 10/30/2025 06:11 PM

Property Details for 4870 Topaz Street

StatusSold
MLS #ML82024092
Days on Compass5
Taxes$12,387 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL INCOME / DUPLEX
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,180 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Bailey Properties, Robert Bailey, DRE #00483155; Bailey Properties, Sheri Buenz, DRE #02246190

Sold By Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, Lori Shaheen, DRE #01797004

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Building Information for 4870 Topaz Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,180 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,348 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,316

Property Taxes

$1,032

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4870 Topaz Street

Features
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Room Information
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Ceramic, Countertop - Formica, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Oven - Electric, Oven Range, Refrigerator
Features
  • Amenities: Other
  • Communications: Cable TV
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Laundry: Hookups Only
  • Living SqFt: 1146
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: None
  • Special Features: None
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Meters: Separate Electric, Separate Gas, Separate Water
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Natural Gas, Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 2
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Carport, Covered Parking, No Garage, Off-Site Parking, On Street
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows
  • Area Text: Capitola
  • Roof: Composition
  • Subclass: Duplex
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 4870
  • Street Name: Topaz
  • Street Suffix: Street
  • Area ID: 44
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number of Buildings: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1146
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 64
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Ownership Type: Individual
  • Zoning Detail: DUP
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 034-066-07-000
  • 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
  • High School Text: Soquel High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space, Permanent
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .07
  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Low Maintenance, Storage Shed / Structure
Multi Family Information
Building Information
  • No Of Leased: 1
General Information
  • Annual Tax Amount: $12,387
  • Building Unit Total: 2
  • Capitalization Rate: 3.86
  • Tenant Expenses: Rent Only, Utilities - Electric
  • Income Includes: Rents
  • Vacancy Factor: 0
Income / Expense Details
  • Expense Insurance: $2,500
  • Expense Landscape: $500
  • Expense Maintenance: $500
  • Expense Management: $7,320
  • Expense Trash: $0
  • Expenses Other: $0
  • Expenses Utility: $3,600
  • Expenses Total: $26,807
  • Operating Expenses Include: Fee - Property Management, Fee - Rent/Lease, Services - Trash Removal, Utilities - Electric, Utilities - Gas, Utilities - Heat, Utilities - Hot Water
  • Gross Rent Multiplier: 17.69
  • Income Annual Gross: $73,200
  • Income Annual Rental: $73,200
  • Income Gross Scheduled: $73,200
  • Income Other: $0
Unit 1 Information
  • Unit 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit 1 Number of Bedrooms: 2
  • Unit 1 Rent: $3,050
Unit 2 Information
  • Unit 2 Approx Square Footage: 550
  • Unit 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit 2 Number of Bedrooms: 2
Unit Type 1
  • Unit Type1 Approx SqFt: 575

Property History for 4870 Topaz Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 27, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82024092

$1,501,000
Oct 27, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82024092

$1,501,000
Oct 12, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82024092

Oct 12, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82024092

Oct 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82024092

$1,295,000
Oct 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82024092

$1,295,000
Dec 22, 2014

Sold

RESFAR #81438454

$850,000
Dec 22, 2014

Sold

SDMLS #ML81438454

$850,000
Dec 22, 2014

Sold

MLSListings #ML81438454

$850,000
Dec 22, 2014

Sold

EBRD #ML81438454

$850,000
Nov 18, 2014

Pending

MLSListings #ML81438454

Nov 18, 2014

Pending

EBRD #ML81438454

Nov 18, 2014

Pending

RESFAR #81438454

Oct 27, 2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81438454

$799,000
Oct 27, 2014

Price Change

RESFAR #81438454

$849,000
Oct 27, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81438454

$799,000
Oct 27, 2014

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81438454

$799,000
Oct 27, 2014

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #ML81438454

$849,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/27/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82024092

$1,501,000
10/27/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82024092

$1,501,000
10/12/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82024092

10/12/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82024092

10/07/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82024092

$1,295,000
10/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82024092

$1,295,000
12/22/2014

Sold

RESFAR #81438454

$850,000
12/22/2014

Sold

SDMLS #ML81438454

$850,000
12/22/2014

Sold

MLSListings #ML81438454

$850,000
12/22/2014

Sold

EBRD #ML81438454

$850,000
11/18/2014

Pending

MLSListings #ML81438454

11/18/2014

Pending

EBRD #ML81438454

11/18/2014

Pending

RESFAR #81438454

10/27/2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81438454

$799,000
10/27/2014

Price Change

RESFAR #81438454

$849,000
10/27/2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81438454

$799,000
10/27/2014

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81438454

$799,000
10/27/2014

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #ML81438454

$849,000

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Schools near 4870 Topaz Street

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
Soquel 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

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Listing Courtesy of Bailey Properties, Robert Bailey, DRE #00483155; Bailey Properties, Sheri Buenz, DRE #02246190

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