157 Happy Valley Rd

Santa Cruz, CA 95065

$1,825,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,698 Sq. Ft.
$1,075 / Sq. Ft.
1,698
Sq. Ft.
$1,075
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 8/6/21
Sold 8/6/21
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Description

This truly magical property is close-in country, is private & benefits by the top-rated Happy Valley School District. The land is pristine & enjoys all-day sun exposure & views of the neighboring vineyard. The magical garden has been nurtured daily for 38 years. The spacious garage, storage room & horse paddocks make this the ideal place to bring your horses/hobbies/toys. The 1-level abode has a desirable floorplan & was built from redwood milled on-site. This gem is truly a time capsule of an era...This truly magical property is close-in country, is private & benefits by the top-rated Happy Valley School District. The land is pristine & enjoys all-day sun exposure & views of the neighboring vineyard. The magical garden has been nurtured daily for 38 years. The spacious garage, storage room & horse paddocks make this the ideal place to bring your horses/hobbies/toys. The 1-level abode has a desirable floorplan & was built from redwood milled on-site. This gem is truly a time capsule of an era gone by. Imagine the lifestyle you will have living in a completely tranquil setting, within a 5-minute drive to all conveniences of town & a short jaunt to beaches/redwood state parks! This is an ideal commute location & the perfect retreat after a long work day. Comcast hi-spd internet & garden views from the office make this a dreamy setting to work from home. A sunny knoll is a sweet location for the possibility of a 2nd home. Dont miss this rare, full-sun, close-in country opportunity!
  1. Listed by Melody Russell • DRE #01743923 • Brokerage DRE #01878277 • eXp Realty of California Inc. • 831-332-3975

Property Details for 157 Happy Valley Road

MLS City Name
SANTA CRUZ
Building Type
Detached
Style
Farm House
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
10
View
Forest / Woods, Garden / Greenbelt, Mountains, Vineyard
Cross Street
Branciforte
LISTING UPDATED: 08/06/2021 02:42 PM

Property Details for 157 Happy Valley Road

StatusSold
MLS #ML81845295
Days on Compass10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1951
Lot Size2.67 AC / 116,305 SF
CountySanta Cruz County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of California Inc., Melody Russell, DRE #01743923

Sold By Thunderbird Real Estate, Roger Berke, DRE #00812949

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Building Information for 157 Happy Valley Road

Stories1Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size2.67 AC / 116,305 SF

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Property Information for 157 Happy Valley Road

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room, Storage, Workshop
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub
  • Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room
  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Tile, Oven Range - Electric
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Garden Window, High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Communications: Cable TV
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Family Room, Gas Burning, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), In Utility Room, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1698
  • Pool: No
  • Pool Type: Spa - Above Ground, Spa - Cover
  • Special Features: Wheelchair Access
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating: Fireplace, Wall Furnace
  • Sewer Septic: Existing Septic, Septic Standard
  • Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
  • Water: Storage Tank, Water Treatment System, Well, Other
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Detached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, Lighted Parking Area, Off-Site Parking, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Scotts Valley North
  • Property Faces: South
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • TIC Agreement: No
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 157
  • Street Name: Happy Valley
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 41
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1698
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 70
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Zoning Detail: A
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: Branciforte to Happy Valley Rd. Second home on the left next to vineyard.
  • Incorporated: No
  • Parcel Number: 101-112-15-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: SANTA CRUZ
  • City Postal ID: 64
  • Postal Code: 95065
  • Elementary School: 892
  • Elementary School District: 949
  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
  • High School Text: Harbor High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Partial Fencing
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Horse Property: Yes
  • Horse Property Description: Fenced, Paddocks, Stalls
  • Lot Acres: 2.67
  • Lot Description: Agricultural Use, Farm Animals (Permitted), Grade - Gently Sloped, Grade - Varies, Private / Secluded, Stream - Year Round, Views
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Fenced, Gazebo, Storage Shed / Structure

Property History for 157 Happy Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 6, 2021

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81845295

$1,600,000—
Aug 6, 2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81845295

$1,825,000—
Aug 6, 2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81845295

$1,825,000—
Jul 28, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468520194

$1,825,000—
May 31, 2021

Pending

MLSListings #ML81845295

—
May 31, 2021

Pending

EBRD #ML81845295

—
May 31, 2021

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML81845295

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May 21, 2021

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81845295

$1,600,000—
May 21, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81845295

$1,600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/06/2021

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81845295

$1,600,000
08/06/2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81845295

$1,825,000
08/06/2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81845295

$1,825,000
07/28/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468520194

$1,825,000
05/31/2021

Pending

MLSListings #ML81845295

—
05/31/2021

Pending

EBRD #ML81845295

—
05/31/2021

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML81845295

—
05/21/2021

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81845295

$1,600,000
05/21/2021

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81845295

$1,600,000

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Public Records for 157 Happy Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand$620,658Additions$473,276Total$1,093,934
Tax Record2025$12,412 ($1,034 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtLot Size116,305 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1951ZoningACountySANTA CRUZAPN101-112-15Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 157 Happy Valley Road

This home is within Santa Cruz City High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Mission Hill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Soquel High School
Public - 9 to 12
Santa Cruz High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Happy Valley Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Mission Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Soquel High School
Public9 to 12

Santa Cruz High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of California Inc., Melody Russell, DRE #01743923

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