9755 Empire Grade Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,632
Sq Ft
2.49
Acres
Highlights
- Horse Property
- 2.49 Acre Lot
- Wood Burning Stove
- Bonny Doon Elementary School Rated A-
- Mountain View
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of May 2025Tranquility abounds at this sanctuary property. Situated on 2.5 faithfully thinned acres with filtered views of the San Lorenzo Valley, you'll find a beautiful three bedroom/two bathroom home with a wrap-around sun deck. The great room has a wall of windows with beautiful views, sunshine, and an abundance of natural light. Both bathrooms have been updated with quartz showers, the interior has been freshly painted, and the entire home is appointed with warm frame-and-panel stained fir doors! One bedroom & one bathroom with a walk-in shower are located downstairs. Every room in this home has a lovely view of nature. Surrounded by the beauty of the outdoors, this property offers a unique opportunity to garden & embrace outdoor living. The current owners have been very fire-wise and have cleared the underbrush on the full 2.5 acres, created firebreaks, and installed hardscape to protect this lovely home and property. A back-up generator with a transfer switch at the electrical panel is an added bonus. Lots of usable land for an ADU, a garage, and room for two horses. Only 3 miles to Bonny Doon Elementary School, Less than 10 miles to UCSC, and 40 miles to Los Gatos. The San Vincente Redwood trails, the Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve, and Fall Creek trails, are all very close!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,850
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 2.49 Acre Lot
- Zoning described as RR
Property Views
- Mountain
- Valley
Home Design
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,632 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Stove
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Tile Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Parking
- No Garage
- Guest Parking
Outdoor Features
- Horse Property
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Separate Meters
- Propane
- Well
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 080-321-24-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2025
Closed on
May 21, 2025
Sold by
Kuwahara Family Trust and Kuwahara Ernest J
Bought by
Movshovitz Naor and Movshovitz Eileen
Seller's Agent
Deborah Wood
Bayview Realty
Buyer's Agent
Susan Roesch
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$1,169,000
Sold Price
$1,169,000
Views
78
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.44%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2022
Sold by
Kuwahara Ernest J and Kuwahara Susan A
Bought by
Kuwahara Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 1997
Sold by
Alice Osborn Susan and Alice Susan A
Bought by
Kuwahara Ernest J and Kuwahara Susan A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,000
Interest Rate
7.33%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,169,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Santa Cruz Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $204,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $198,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Sold | $1,169,000 | 0.0% | $716 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2025 04/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | For Sale | $1,169,000 | -- | $716 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,850 | $397,024 | $208,050 | $188,974 |
| 2023 | $4,761 | $381,607 | $199,971 | $181,636 |
| 2022 | $4,671 | $374,124 | $196,050 | $178,074 |
| 2021 | $4,442 | $366,789 | $192,206 | $174,583 |
| 2020 | $4,403 | $363,028 | $190,235 | $172,793 |
| 2019 | $4,144 | $355,909 | $186,505 | $169,404 |
| 2018 | $4,076 | $348,931 | $182,848 | $166,083 |
| 2017 | $4,016 | $342,090 | $179,263 | $162,827 |
| 2016 | $3,879 | $335,382 | $175,748 | $159,634 |
| 2015 | $3,854 | $330,344 | $173,108 | $157,236 |
| 2014 | $3,800 | $323,873 | $169,717 | $154,156 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Deborah Wood
RE/MAX
(831) 419-5020
2 in this area
31 Total Sales
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Susan Roesch
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 429-5700
1 in this area
35 Total Sales
-
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Holly Ma
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 345-4278
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81997588
APN: 080-321-24-000
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