2,548 Sq. Ft.
$569 / Sq. Ft.
2,548
Sq. Ft.
$569
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This home offers that rare blend of space, warmth, and everyday convenience, just minutes to Highway 17 and top-rated Scotts Valley schools. Inside, vaulted ceilings and skylights fill the home with natural light, highlighting refinished hardwood floors. Upstairs, the great room is the heart of the home, where the kitchen, dining, and living areas come together in one expansive, light-filled space framed by a wall of windows with treetop views. The kitchen is both welcoming and functional, featuring...This home offers that rare blend of space, warmth, and everyday convenience, just minutes to Highway 17 and top-rated Scotts Valley schools. Inside, vaulted ceilings and skylights fill the home with natural light, highlighting refinished hardwood floors. Upstairs, the great room is the heart of the home, where the kitchen, dining, and living areas come together in one expansive, light-filled space framed by a wall of windows with treetop views. The kitchen is both welcoming and functional, featuring new stainless steel appliances including a wine fridge, tile counters, and illuminated display cabinetry, flowing seamlessly to the dining area and out to the sunset-view deck. The home lives beautifully with two generous living spaces and two fireplaces, offering flexibility for gathering, relaxing, or entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite feels like its own retreat with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a travertine bath featuring a jetted soaking tub and spacious shower. Multiple decks extend the living spaces outdoors, creating inviting areas to enjoy the peaceful setting. The pool adds a fun, resort-like feel, while a two-car garage, yard and ample parking provide room for an RV or boat. A private setting just minutes to town!
  1. Listed by Brezsny Associates • DRE #70010105 • Brokerage DRE #02101181 • Christie's International Real Estate Sereno • 831-824-4070

Property Details for 231 Nelson Road

MLS City Name
SCOTTS VALLEY
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
5
Cross Street
Lockhart Gulch R
LISTING UPDATED: 03/16/2026 08:05 PM

Property Details for 231 Nelson Road

StatusActive
MLS #ML82035348
Days on Compass28
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1979
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,516 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

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Building Information for 231 Nelson Road

Stories2Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,516 SF

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Property Information for 231 Nelson Road

Features
Room Information
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets, Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Reverse Floor Plan, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Microwave, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Skylight, Wine Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Insert
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Travertine
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 2548
  • Pool: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
  • Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
  • Water: Well - Shared
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Detached Garage, Parking Area
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Scotts Valley North
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 231
  • Street Name: Nelson
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 41
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 2548
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 47
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: PR
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 070-212-27-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: SCOTTS VALLEY
  • City Postal ID: 66
  • Postal Code: 95066
  • Elementary School District: 860
  • High School District Text: Scotts Valley Unified
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Other
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor

Property History for 231 Nelson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82035348

$1,449,000
Feb 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82035348

$1,449,000
May 7, 2014

Sold

MLSListings #ML81324274

$650,000
May 7, 2014

Sold

RESFAR #81324274

$650,000
May 7, 2014

Sold

EBRD #ML81324274

$650,000
May 1, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #414788791

$650,000

-2.9% / yr

Apr 2, 2014

Pending

EBRD #ML81324274

Apr 2, 2014

Pending

RESFAR #81324274

Apr 2, 2014

Pending

MLSListings #ML81324274

Jul 8, 2013

Price Change

RESFAR #81324274

$899,000
Jul 8, 2013

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81324274

$749,000
Jul 8, 2013

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81324274

$899,000
Jul 8, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81324274

$899,000
Dec 3, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #147559068

$855,000
Dec 3, 2004

Sold

MLSListings #ML80427549

$855,000
Dec 3, 2004

Sold

EBRD #ML80427549

$855,000
Nov 13, 2004

Pending

MLSListings #ML80427549

Nov 13, 2004

Pending

EBRD #ML80427549

Oct 7, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80427549

$899,000
Oct 7, 2004

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80416407

Oct 7, 2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80427549

$899,000
Oct 7, 2004

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80416407

Aug 9, 2004

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80406931

Aug 9, 2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80416407

$899,000
Aug 9, 2004

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80406931

Aug 9, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80416407

$899,000
Jun 24, 2004

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80396635

Jun 24, 2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80406931

$999,000
Jun 24, 2004

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80396635

Jun 24, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80406931

$999,000
May 11, 2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80396635

$1,111,000
May 11, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80396635

$1,111,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/23/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82035348

$1,449,000
02/23/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82035348

$1,449,000
05/07/2014

Sold

MLSListings #ML81324274

$650,000
05/07/2014

Sold

RESFAR #81324274

$650,000
05/07/2014

Sold

EBRD #ML81324274

$650,000
05/01/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #414788791

$650,000

-2.9% / yr

04/02/2014

Pending

EBRD #ML81324274

04/02/2014

Pending

RESFAR #81324274

04/02/2014

Pending

MLSListings #ML81324274

07/08/2013

Price Change

RESFAR #81324274

$899,000
07/08/2013

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81324274

$749,000
07/08/2013

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81324274

$899,000
07/08/2013

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81324274

$899,000
12/03/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #147559068

$855,000
12/03/2004

Sold

MLSListings #ML80427549

$855,000
12/03/2004

Sold

EBRD #ML80427549

$855,000
11/13/2004

Pending

MLSListings #ML80427549

11/13/2004

Pending

EBRD #ML80427549

10/07/2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80427549

$899,000
10/07/2004

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80416407

10/07/2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80427549

$899,000
10/07/2004

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80416407

08/09/2004

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80406931

08/09/2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80416407

$899,000
08/09/2004

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80406931

08/09/2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80416407

$899,000
06/24/2004

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80396635

06/24/2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80406931

$999,000
06/24/2004

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80396635

06/24/2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80406931

$999,000
05/11/2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80396635

$1,111,000
05/11/2004

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80396635

$1,111,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 231 Nelson Road

Taxable ValueLand$398,406Additions$398,406Total$796,812
Tax Record2025$9,621 ($802 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,548 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,548 SqFtLot Size43,516 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979ZoningPRCountySANTA CRUZAPN070-212-27

Schools near 231 Nelson Road

This home is within Scotts Valley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brook Knoll Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Scotts Valley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Scotts Valley 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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231 Nelson Road is a single family home for sale in Scotts Valley, CA 95066. This property was listed for sale on February 23, 2026 by Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, it's currently listed at $1,449,000. It has been on the market for a total of 28 days and was last sold on May 7, 2014. This listing's school district is Scotts Valley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Brook Knoll Elementary School, Scotts Valley Middle School and Scotts Valley High School. 231 Nelson Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,548 sqft single family home built in 1979.

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