$775,000
SOLD JUL 7, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
648 Sq Ft
0.28 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,196 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Wood Insert Heater
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Walk-in Shower

About This Home

As of July 2025

Set on just over a quarter acre of picturesque California land, this thoughtfully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath home is more than a getaway it's a serene sanctuary along a tranquil creek. W/ charm, comfort, & convenience, it's the perfect escape from the daily grind. Fresh exterior paint & thoughtful upgrades enhance its character, & the flexible layout. On the main level, the inviting living room features a cozy fireplace, oversized windows, & a skylight that fills the space with natural light. The kitchen offers open shelving, ample counter space, and views that make everyday moments feel peaceful and connected to nature. A bonus flex space is perfect for a home office, art studio, or quiet retreat. Downstairs, you'll find an additional living area with a bedroom, full bath, & kitchenette ideal for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. This space adds both flexibility and value. Step outside to enjoy summer BBQs on the spacious patio or relax in the generous yard w/ room to garden, create, or simply soak in the sun all while enjoying the soothing sounds of the creek. W/ easy access to commuter routes, Santa Cruz beaches, & vibrant downtown favorites like Laili & Full Steam Dumpling, this rare creekside retreat offers the best of nature & neighborhood. Don't miss it!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jayson Madani

Room Real Estate License #70010074 Listed on: 05/30/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Brown

Century 21 Showcase Realtors License #02234812

Century 21 Showcase Realtors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $808

Year Built

  • Built in 1932

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Zoning described as R-1-6

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 648 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Wood Insert Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 068-251-14-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$808

Year Built

Built in 1932

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 93
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 648
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Zoning Description: R-1-6
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Free Standing, Insert, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Bar
  • Kitchen: Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 648
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab, Pillars / Posts / Piers
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: No Garage, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Fireplace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Existing Septic

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City Elementary

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 068-251-14-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.2850
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 12415.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 12415.00

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
May 30, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Neta H Witty Trust and Padilla Henry
Bought by
Horowitz Nathaniel and Rivera Reyna Sarah
Seller's Agent
Jayson Madani
Room Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Brian Brown
Century 21 Showcase Realtors
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
$76,000
10.87%
Views
115

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-38.90%
Original Mortgage
$620,000
Outstanding Balance
$619,478
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$86,266

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2023
Sold by
Neta H Whitty Trust
Bought by
Padilla Henry and Padilla Angel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$487,500
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2020
Sold by
Whitty Neta
Bought by
Whitty Neta H and Neta H Whitty Trust
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $775,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $620,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $487,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $915,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $652,500 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $645,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Sold $775,000 +10.9% $1,196 / Sq Ft
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2025 05/30/25 For Sale $699,000 -- $1,079 / 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 $808 $631,418 $567,746 $63,672
2023 $1,068 $20,397 $8,369 $12,028
2022 $973 $19,997 $8,205 $11,792
2021 $827 $19,605 $8,044 $11,561
2020 $825 $19,404 $7,961 $11,443
2019 $802 $19,023 $7,805 $11,218
2018 $798 $18,650 $7,652 $10,998
2017 $794 $18,284 $7,502 $10,782
2016 $745 $17,926 $7,355 $10,571
2015 $621 $17,657 $7,245 $10,412
2014 $617 $17,311 $7,103 $10,208
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82009123

MLSListings

APN: 068-251-14-000