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Dated: October 22 2025

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111 Elk Street — Timeless Charm in Santa Cruz’s Sunny Banana Belt

Step into 111 Elk Street, a well-maintained, single-level 2-bedroom, 1-bath home (~974 sq ft) filled with sunlight and mid-century warmth. Nestled in Santa Cruz’s coveted Banana Belt, this property captures what so many buyers seek today — classic craftsmanship, ease of living, and a neighborhood that feels like home.

The Location Advantage

The Banana Belt offers more than sunshine — it’s a lifestyle. With beaches, parks, and DeLaveaga Golf Course & Lodge minutes away, and convenient access to Midtown, downtown, and HWY-1, this pocket of Santa Cruz provides comfort, convenience, and that signature coastal charm.

Home Highlights

  • 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bath | Approx. 974 sq ft

  • Single-level layout for easy, everyday living

  • Bright eat-in kitchen with nostalgic details

  • Private backyard for gardening or quiet mornings

  • Attached 1-car garage + in-home laundry

  • Timeless design with enduring appeal

A Home with Heart

There’s a certain feeling the moment you walk in — the kind that reminds you homes once held rhythm and routine: the smell of dinner on the stove, sunlight falling across a kitchen table, the hum of conversation on a quiet afternoon.

This home carries that sense of care and continuity. It’s not just well-built — it’s well-lived-in, and ready for the next chapter.

A Changing Season in Real Estate

Across Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay, we’re witnessing an emotional and beautiful shift: many of today’s homes are being sold by children on behalf of their parents. These homes often represent decades of care, family gatherings, and memories that shaped generations.

111 Elk Street stands as part of that story — where one family’s season concludes and another’s begins. It’s a passing of tradition, a quiet handoff from the past to the future — proof that the best homes are more than structures. They’re legacies, carried forward.

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Brandi Jones, Realtor® | KW Thrive | Keller Williams Luxury

🏡 21+ Years Top Producer | Santa Cruz & Monterey Bay

📲 (831) 588-5145 | 🌐 brandijones.com

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 Santa Cruz & Monterey Bay Real EstateBrandi Jones | REALTOR® | Award-Winning Sales Associate | Expert Negotiator “In a crowded field, Brandi stands out as the best. Unwavering....

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