NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8766 Empire Grade Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Estimated Value: $1,492,000 - $1,599,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,216 Sq Ft
$696/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 31, 2023

Last sale price $1,475,000 $666 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,722/month

92 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Bonny Doon Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Beamed Ceilings

About This Home

As of January 2023

Experience Zen and Modern Living - Minutes from Beaches & Silicon Valley! You'll love the open-concept kitchen featuring cherry cabinets, quartz counters, island w/ seating, gorgeous hardwood floors, and sunny bay window. Stone fireplace between sliding glass doors highlights the living room's forever views. Spacious primary w/ walk-in closet and updated bath enjoys AMAZING sunrises. Vaulted ceilings and views from all bedrooms. Convenient upstairs laundry. Wraparound Ipe deck for entertaining, meditating, and soaking in the hot tub and unparalleled views. Grow organic in the 12x20 greenhouse and raised beds in the fenced garden with Arizona stone paths. Enjoy hiking trails and fruit from several trees and vines on this nearly 1.5 acre lot bordered by State Park on two sides. Plenty of room for an ADU, shop, sport court, or pool. At 2,000' it's above the fog most of the year and just 40 minutes to San Jose, 12 to Santa Cruz, and 13 to the ocean and pristine beaches. Truly a rare find!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Wunderlich

Wunderlich Realty License #01739226 Listed on: 10/17/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Ducky Grabill

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01018603

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,638

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 1.48 Acre Lot
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Zoning described as RR

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,216 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Dining Area
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry on upper level

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Potentially Allowed on Property

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Propane
  • Shared Well
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 080-172-12-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,638

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 38
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2216
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Zoning Description: RR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2216
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry: Inside, Upper Floor
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Half on Ground Floor, Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountains
  • Horse Property: Possible
  • Property Faces: Southwest
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Standard

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Bay Window, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School: Bonny Doon Elementary
  • Elementary School: 891

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 080-172-12-000
  • Lot Acres: 1.4800
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 64469.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 64469.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School Text: Bonny Doon Elementary

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2022
Closed on
Jan 26, 2023
Sold by
Sato Kenneth H
Bought by
Cmg Living Trust
Seller's Agent
John Wunderlich
Wunderlich Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ducky Grabill
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$1,620,000
Sold Price
$1,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-8.95%
Views
110
Current Estimated Value
$1,541,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,592
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.01%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2018
Closed on
Oct 23, 2018
Sold by
Mcnair Michael Frederick
Bought by
Sato Kenneth H and Ehret Lisa K
Seller's Agent
Cleo O'Brien
Bailey Properties
Buyer's Agent
Kathie Gomes
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$975,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.23%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2006
Sold by
Mcnair Michael
Bought by
Mcnair Michael Frederick

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 2001
Sold by
Kline Alfred N and Kline Cheryl A
Bought by
Mcnair Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
7.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 1998
Sold by
Kline Alfred N
Bought by
Kline Alfred N and Kline Cheryl A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,150
Interest Rate
7.13%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cmg Living Trust $1,475,000 Old Republic Title
Sato Kenneth H $975,000 Old Republic Title Company
Mcnair Michael Frederick -- None Available
Mcnair Michael $700,000 Old Republic Title Company
Kline Alfred N -- First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cmg Living Trust $75,000
Previous Owner Sato Kenneth H $300,000
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael Frederick $213,900
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael Frederick $234,600
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael $275,000
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael $200,000
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael $250,000
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael $246,000
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael $250,000
Previous Owner Mcnair Michael $250,000
Previous Owner Kline Alfred N $226,000
Previous Owner Kline Alfred N $227,150
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/31/2023 01/31/23 Sold $1,475,000 -1.6% $666 / Sq Ft
01/18/2023 01/18/23 Pending -- -- --
12/08/2022 12/08/22 Price Changed $1,499,000 -3.3% $676 / Sq Ft
11/13/2022 11/13/22 Price Changed $1,550,000 -4.3% $699 / Sq Ft
10/17/2022 10/17/22 For Sale $1,620,000 +66.2% $731 / Sq Ft
10/31/2018 10/31/18 Sold $975,000 0.0% $440 / Sq Ft
09/30/2018 09/30/18 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2018 09/11/18 For Sale $975,000 -- $440 / 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 $16,638 $1,534,590 $936,360 $598,230
2023 $11,839 $1,045,397 $600,433 $444,964
2022 $11,649 $1,024,899 $588,660 $436,239
2021 $11,273 $1,004,802 $577,117 $427,685
2020 $11,177 $994,500 $571,200 $423,300
2019 $10,761 $975,000 $560,000 $415,000
2018 $10,280 $927,029 $529,732 $397,297
2017 $10,127 $908,851 $519,344 $389,507
2016 $9,775 $891,031 $509,161 $381,870
2015 $9,722 $877,647 $501,513 $376,134
2014 $9,586 $860,455 $491,689 $368,766
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81910715

MLSListings

APN: 080-172-12-000