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851 Happy Valley Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065

$1,699,000

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$10,000*

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0 Baths
2,112 SqFt
$804/SqFt
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851 Happy Valley Rd, Santa Cruz$1,699,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTriplex
ParkingCarport, Uncovered
Year Built1963
HeatingForced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane, Wood Stove, Wall Furnace
ViewPark, River, Valley, Trees/Woods
MLS #ML81906611
Lot Size3.77 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)

About 851 Happy Valley Rd

Paradise is found on 3.76 sunny, pristine and gently rolling acres in Santa Cruz! Ideally located in Happy Valley top-rated school district, this property benefits by internet via Comcast Cable and is a great commute location to Silicon Valley! A year-round creek runs through this tranquil setting which is a prime family compound opportunity with great separation of space between units and lots of usable land. The main home has 4 bedrooms (1 of 2 primary suites can be used as a family room), 3 bathrooms and features brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring (LVT), hardwood floors, some new light fixtures & fresh paint inside and out. The cottage oozes with character and features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, brand new LVT flooring, new carpet, a spacious creek-view deck & fenced yard. The setting is truly majestic & the neighbors are wonderful! Come see this rare offering before it's gone.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Traditional
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,112 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: eXp Realty of California Inc
  • Listing Agent: Melody Russell

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior: Attic

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: Park, River, Valley, Trees/Woods

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Carport, Uncovered

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 3.77 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane, Wood Stove, Wall Furnace

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Santa Cruz: Branciforte Drive to Happy Valley Rd. From Scotts Valley: Granite Creek Rd to Branciforte Drive to Happy Valley Rd. Cross Street: Branciforte Drive

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,699,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $804/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,097
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Santa Cruz, CA

City

Med. Sold Price

$1.3M

Med. Price/SqFt

$885

Avg. Days On Market

45

# of Sold Homes

39

851 Happy Valley Rd vs Santa Cruz

800 DAYS ON ROCKET

+755 Days

$1,699,000

+$349K More

$804/SqFt

-$81 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $349K more than the Median Sold Price and $81/SqFt less than other homes in Santa Cruz, CA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • MLS Number: #ML81906611

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: eXp Realty of California Inc
  • Listing Agent: Melody Russell

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$4,097$301,482
2020$4,070$298,391
2019$3,949$292,540
2018$3,949$286,804
2017$3,804$281,179

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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8
/10

  • Happy Valley Elementary School

  • 3125 Branciforte Dr

  • 1.12 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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7
/10

  • Mountain Elementary School

  • 3042 Old San Jose Rd

  • 1.85 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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8
/10

  • Vine Hill Elementary School

  • 151 Vine Hill School Rd

  • 2.33 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $73,539. The majority of Santa Cruz, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Rocket Homes›California›Santa Cruz County›Santa Cruz›95065›851 Happy Valley Rd

This home is located at 851 Happy Valley Rd in Santa Cruz, CA and zip code 95065. This 2,112 square foot home, which was built in 1963, sits on a 3.77 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 09, 2022 and is currently priced at $1,699,000.

In October 2024 more than 15 listings in Santa Cruz, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 12 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 11 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Santa Cruz, CA increased by 22.5% between September 2024 and October 2024. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $1,350,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 45 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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