$915,000
SOLD JAN 29, 2025
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,288 Sq Ft
$784/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$710 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Cabana
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom

About This Home

As of January 2025

Welcome to 135 Tree Frog Lane, nestled in the sought-after Neary Lagoon community. Located in the heart of Santa Cruz, this vibrant coastal city is celebrated for its world-class surf, iconic attractions, endless walking and biking trails, and bustling downtownall within walking distance of this exceptional property. This 1,288 sqft, 2-bed,1.5-bath townhome perfectly balances tranquil living with modern convenience. Step inside to find an ideal layout: on the entry level, a spacious guest bedroom, full bath, laundry area, and a serene master suite with its own private patio overlooking the lagoon. Upstairs, vaulted ceilings and skylights fill the living spaces with natural light. The open-concept design features a stylish dining area, a versatile bar space connecting the kitchen, and a cozy loftperfect for a home office, playroom, or additional guest area. Relax on the upstairs private deck, where views of the lush lagoon and the surrounding nature create a calming escape. When youre not exploring Santa Cruz enjoy resort-style amenities just steps from your door: heated pool, tennis | pickleball courts, and the beautiful lagoon teeming with native wildlife. Dont miss this rare opportunity to experience coastal living at its finest in one of Santa Cruzs best-kept secrets.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

EF Homes

KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #70010284 Listed on: 01/07/2025

Co-Listed By

Laif McClellan

KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #01466074

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica L. Wallace

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01455690

Coldwell Banker Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,727

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 610 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence

HOA Fees

  • $784 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Water
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,288 Sq Ft Home
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Laundry in Utility Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Parking

  • 10 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Assigned Parking

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Gunite Spa
  • Fence Around Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 004-361-06-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area gas, decks, exterior painting, fencing, garbage, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, maintenance - road, pool spa or tennis, roof, security service, sewer
  • 95 Units
  • Manor/Shoreline Property Management Association
  • Built by Shelter Lagoon
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Sauna

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,727

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$784 per month

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Townhouse
  • Restrictions: Pets - Restrictions
  • Age: 47
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 95
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1288
  • Complex Name: Shelter Lagoon
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Zoning Description: RL - MULTIPLE RES-LOW
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1288
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), In Utility Room, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Loft
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Tub with Jets, Shower and Tub, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Pool Description: Cabana / Dressing Room, Community Facility, Pool - Fenced, Pool - Gunite, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground, Spa - Gunite, Spa - In Ground, Spa / Hot Tub
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Greenbelt, Water
  • Yard/Grounds: Tennis Court
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood, Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 10
  • Garage Parking Features: Assigned Spaces, Carport, Common Parking Area, Covered Parking
  • Carport Min: 1
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 784
  • HOA Amenities: Garden / Greenbelt / Trails, Sauna / Spa / Hot Tub, Tennis Court / Facility
  • HOA Documents: Articles of Incorporation, Budget, Bylaws, CC&RS, Financial Statement, Minutes, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Gas, Decks, Exterior Painting, Fencing, Garbage, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Maintenance - Road, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Roof, Security Service, Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: Manor/Shoreline Property Management
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City Elementary

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 004-361-06-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0140
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 610.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 610.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City Elementary

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 7, 2025
Closed on
Jan 27, 2025
Sold by
Beckett Southers Family Trust and Beckett Norman James
Bought by
Jeffs 2007 Trust and Jeffs
Seller's Agent
EF Homes
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Buyer's Agent
Jessica L. Wallace
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$915,000
Premium/Discount to List
$66,000
7.77%
Views
48
Current Estimated Value
$910,617

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,383
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2013
Sold by
Beckett Norman James and Southers Eleanor Kay
Bought by
Beckett Norman James and Southers Eleanor

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2010
Sold by
Payne Christopher and Payne Theresa
Bought by
Beckett Norman James and Southers Eleanor Kay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$348,300
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $915,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $387,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $333,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $348,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $305,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $115,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $277,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $227,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $44,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $25,669 Unknown
Previous Owner $134,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Sold $915,000 +7.8% $710 / Sq Ft
01/15/2025 01/15/25 Pending -- -- --
01/07/2025 01/07/25 For Sale $849,000 -- $659 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,727 $495,816 $297,490 $198,326
2023 $5,660 $476,563 $285,938 $190,625
2022 $5,598 $467,218 $280,331 $186,887
2021 $5,486 $458,058 $274,835 $183,223
2020 $5,444 $453,360 $272,016 $181,344
2019 $5,322 $444,472 $266,683 $177,789
2018 $5,263 $435,756 $261,454 $174,302
2017 $5,198 $427,213 $256,328 $170,885
2016 $4,923 $418,836 $251,302 $167,534
2015 $4,760 $412,544 $247,527 $165,017
2014 $4,682 $404,463 $242,678 $161,785
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81989599

MLSListings

APN: 004-361-06-000