Welcome to this sun-drenched sanctuary in Santa Cruz's desirable Banana Belt! Filled with natural light from skylights throughout, this lovingly maintained single-level corner lot home in a friendly walkable neighborhood offers an easy-flowing floor plan with a spacious living room, separate den, nicely tiled bathrooms, central A/C, heated flooring in the primary bath, and a convenient loft for extra storage. Generous living spaces open to a wonderful private backyard, an inviting spot to relax, entertain, garden, or extend your living outdoors. A spacious 2-car garage and ample on-street parking add to the everyday ease. Set in a wonderful established neighborhood prized for its incredibly convenient location, you can skip much of the Hwy 1 traffic while enjoying easy access around town and Hwy 17 for easy commuting. Walk to nearby schools and DeLaveaga trails, or reach the beach, harbor, golf course, shopping, parks, hospital, and everyday amenities in minutes. A special opportunity to enjoy comfortable coastal living and the quintessential Santa Cruz lifestyle!