Santa Cruz, CA 95065
$1,295,000
Beds
4
Baths
2
Living Space
1,751 SqFt
Year Built
1958
Lot Size
2.02 Acres
Days
62
Rare Happy Valley property fist time on the market in over 50 years, with over 2 acres of privacy, natural beauty, and serene indoor-outdoor living. Single-level home features wings for privacy, picture windows framing redwoods and mountain views, vaulted ceilings, and an open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area that flows throughout. An expansive wraparound deck, beautiful spacious bedrooms and living spaces all with views, a dedicated laundry room, and bonus rooms provide flexible spaces for an office, studio, or yoga. Public water is an especially valuable feature for a mountain property. Mature redwoods, scenic views, meandering paths, three resting benches, usable level land, a private well for irrigation, and multiple areas for gardening. An outhouse and remnants of a tree house add a touch of rustic charm and endless possibilities. Practical updates include a new 1,500-gallon septic tank, new 200-amp main electrical panel and subpanel, newer water heater, and new water pump. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from shopping and town amenities and directly across from Happy Valley Elementary School. A truly special private sanctuary combining usable land, remarkable privacy, natural beauty, and convenient access to town, school and to Highway 17 for commuters.
Listing provided courtesy ofCaitlin Phillips License 01980058 Epique Realty
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- Happy Valley Elementary School (Elementary) - GreatSchools rating 8/10 - Branciforte Middle School (Middle) - GreatSchools rating 9/10 - Santa Cruz High School (High) - GreatSchools rating 7/10 School District: Santa Cruz City High School District
Within a 1-2 mile radius of 3131 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, several parks offer recreational opportunities. DeLaveaga Park, located at 855 Branciforte Drive, provides picnic areas, trails, a golf course, archery, and disc golf. Garfield Park, at 634 Almar Avenue, features a playground, basketball court, picnic tables, and BBQ pits.
The neighborhood surrounding 3131 Branciforte Drive is part of the Branciforte area of Santa Cruz. This area is characterized by a mix of residential streets and local businesses. Branciforte Plaza, a commercial complex, houses various establishments, including restaurants.
The area around North Branciforte Avenue and Goss Avenue, near 3131 Branciforte Drive, has a Walk Score of 44 out of 100 and a Transit Score of 36 out of 100. This indicates that most errands require a car, but there are some nearby public transportation options. Bus lines serving the area include the 4 River/Harvey West/Emeline, 2 Capitola/Cabrillo/Main, and 90X Express, among others.
This neighborhood information is AI-generated based on the property address and publicly available data. Please verify important information independently. Do not rely solely on this information for property decisions. RoostHaven makes no warranties and assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of AI-generated information. School boundaries, ratings, and local amenities may change over time.
- Happy Valley Elementary School (Elementary) - GreatSchools rating 8/10 - Branciforte Middle School (Middle) - GreatSchools rating 9/10 - Santa Cruz High School (High) - GreatSchools rating 7/10 School District: Santa Cruz City High School District
Within a 1-2 mile radius of 3131 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, several parks offer recreational opportunities. DeLaveaga Park, located at 855 Branciforte Drive, provides picnic areas, trails, a golf course, archery, and disc golf. Garfield Park, at 634 Almar Avenue, features a playground, basketball court, picnic tables, and BBQ pits.
The neighborhood surrounding 3131 Branciforte Drive is part of the Branciforte area of Santa Cruz. This area is characterized by a mix of residential streets and local businesses. Branciforte Plaza, a commercial complex, houses various establishments, including restaurants.
The area around North Branciforte Avenue and Goss Avenue, near 3131 Branciforte Drive, has a Walk Score of 44 out of 100 and a Transit Score of 36 out of 100. This indicates that most errands require a car, but there are some nearby public transportation options. Bus lines serving the area include the 4 River/Harvey West/Emeline, 2 Capitola/Cabrillo/Main, and 90X Express, among others.
This neighborhood information is AI-generated based on the property address and publicly available data. Please verify important information independently. Do not rely solely on this information for property decisions. RoostHaven makes no warranties and assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of AI-generated information. School boundaries, ratings, and local amenities may change over time.
