Beautiful Yacht Harbor Home on Highly-Coveted 4th Avenue.
People say 4th Avenue is one of the best streets in Santa Cruz County and 256 4th Ave was built to take full advantage of everything the Yacht Harbor has to offer. This spacious 3-story, 4-bedroom home has unbeatable views of the water and boats, and is available furnished or unfurnished.
The layout gives everyone plenty of space: a downstairs family room that's great for teens or guests, a mid-level kitchen with a breakfast bar that opens to the dining and living areas, and an upstairs primary suite with a jacuzzi tub and spa-like shower. The upstairs bedroom features a loft that leads to a private rooftop deck perfect for soaking in sunsets and harbor views.
Enjoy the coastal lifestyle with south-facing decks and patios, built-in refreshment coolers, a gas fireplace, outdoor shower, washer/dryer, and a detached two-car garage. Step outside and you're right at the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor, surrounded by sea life, great walking paths, beach access, water sports, cycling, dining, shopping, and entertainment.
A rare chance to enjoy long-term living in one of the most desirable spots in the county.
Tenants responsible for all utilities- PG&E and Santa Cruz Municipal Utilities for water, sewer, garbage. Security deposit due at lease signing. No smoking. Ideally looking for a long term tenant with a 2 year Lease.
House for rent
$6,500/mo
256 4th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
4beds
2,500sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
In unit laundry
Detached parking
Baseboard
What's special
Gas fireplaceBuilt-in refreshment coolersDetached two-car garageSouth-facing decks and patiosOutdoor shower
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 15, 2025 at 01:44pm
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Garbage not included in rent, Heating system: Baseboard, No Utilities included in rent, Sewage not included in rent, Water not included in rent
Details
- Parcel number: 01046105
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | Price change | $6,500-3%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 12/5/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,700$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/23/2002 | Sold | $1,050,000$420/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Neighborhood: 95062
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Gault Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Shoreline Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Costanoa Continuation High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi

