Rarely does a home become available that offers such an exceptional combination of location, lifestyle, and value. Nestled in Santa Cruz's highly desirable Live Oak neighborhood, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is just minutes from world-class beaches, surfing, Capitola Village, Midtown Santa Cruz, local restaurants, cafes, shopping, and scenic bike routes. Whether commuting over the hill or heading to the beach, this is the kind of location where you can park the car, grab your bike, and embrace the Santa Cruz lifestyle. Inside, the 1,435 SF home features an updated kitchen, remodeled guest bathroom, and a recently renovated primary bath with a tiled walk-in shower, new vanity, and stylish finishes. A finished attic provides flexible space for a home office, media room, playroom, fitness area, or storage. Outdoor spaces are equally inviting with a fully fenced yard ideal for children and pets, a sunny deck off the primary bedroom, and a spacious fenced front yard that extends the living space outdoors for entertaining or relaxing. Homes that combine an unbeatable Mid-County location, thoughtful updates, flexible living space, and the quintessential Santa Cruz lifestyle are becoming increasingly difficult to find.