Last Sold Price
2 beds651 sqft$1,805/sqft
3718 Purling Brook Rd, Soquel, CA 95073

Description

Welcome to your own private paradise. This truly is a special place....one of a kind. Entirely usable land with approx. 600 ft. of Soquel Creek frontage that's as nice as any park. When you enter onto this private sanctuary, you'll immediately see why this is such a unique property. Cozy 2br, 1ba home with an approved "barn"/studio with loft area that offers numerous possibilities. This property is a perfect artists retreat or work from home opportunity for those looking for an inspiring work environment....Welcome to your own private paradise. This truly is a special place....one of a kind. Entirely usable land with approx. 600 ft. of Soquel Creek frontage that's as nice as any park. When you enter onto this private sanctuary, you'll immediately see why this is such a unique property. Cozy 2br, 1ba home with an approved "barn"/studio with loft area that offers numerous possibilities. This property is a perfect artists retreat or work from home opportunity for those looking for an inspiring work environment. Ideal for hosting camps, seminars or retreats. Looking for a second home near the ocean that also borders a mountain stream? This is it! Rights to two separate wells! Additional outbuildings include a garage/shop and a separate storage building with ample space. The babbling brook provides a year round swimming hole. If you're looking for something really special....this is it!
LISTING CLOSED: 03/20/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Mark Szychowski • DRE #00858200 • Brokerage DRE #00858200 • Delaveaga Properties • 831-359-0999

Property Details for 3718 Purling Brook Road

Status
MLS #
ML81909421
Days on Compass
144
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
1.82 AC / 79,149 SF
MLS City Name
SOQUEL
Building Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
5
View
Forest / Woods, River / Stream
Cross Street
Old San Jose Roa

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$980,000

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

99.5%

Soquel, CA

9 comparable properties found

an outdoor space with furniture and umbrella
1/2
1

$1,300,000

Sold 07/28/25

2
Bedrooms
976
Square Feet
1.16
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden
1/47
2

$965,000

Sold 10/14/25

2
Bedrooms
927
Square Feet
0.20
Acres
3

$980,000

Sold 12/29/25

2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,093
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
a view of a house with a yard
1/32
4

$850,000

Sold 05/01/26

1
Bedrooms
787
Square Feet
0.24
Acres
a view of swimming pool
1/43
5

$1,100,000

Sold 12/23/25

2
Bedrooms
1,768
Square Feet
2.05
Acres
a car parked on the side of the road
1/51
6

$1,080,000

Sold 12/29/25

2
Bedrooms
912
Square Feet
0.33
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/19
7

$850,000

Sold 05/30/25

2
Bedrooms
1,024
Square Feet
0.14
Acres
a view of a balcony with a table and chairs
1/2
8

$1,000,000

Sold 07/25/25

2
Bedrooms
1,267
Square Feet
1.73
Acres
9

$900,000

Sold 09/29/25

2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,102
Square Feet
0.57
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 3718 Purling Brook Road

Stories1Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size1.82 AC / 79,149 SF

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Property Information for 3718 Purling Brook Road

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Artist Studio, Bonus / Hobby Room, Storage, Workshop
  • Bathroom: Primary - Stall Shower(s)
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Gas
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling
  • Communications: Cable TV
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 651
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
  • Utilities: Propane On Site
  • Water: Well - Domestic, Well - Shared
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 1
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Detached Garage, Uncovered Parking, Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Soquel
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 3718
  • Street Name: Purling
  • Street Suffix: Brook
  • Area ID: 46
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 651
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 67
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Zoning Detail: R-1-32
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: Coming from Soquel, go 3.5 miles up Old San Jose Rd. Turn right onto Purling Brook and follow it all the way down to the last property. Look for sign that says 3718/McCombs.
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 103-121-15-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: SOQUEL
  • City Postal ID: 69
  • Postal Code: 95073
  • Elementary School: 893
  • Elementary School District: 950
  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
  • High School Text: Soquel High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Fenced Front, Surveyed
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Horse Property: Possible
  • Lot Acres: 1.82
  • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level, Private / Secluded, Stream - Year Round, Surveyed
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: BBQ Area, Storage Shed / Structure
Mobile / Manufactured Information
Other Information
  • Dual Variable: Yes

Property History for 3718 Purling Brook Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 20, 2023

Sold

EBRD #ML81909421

$1,175,000
Mar 20, 2023

Sold

MLSListings #ML81909421

$1,175,000
Mar 16, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1507912781

$1,175,000

+4.5% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/20/2023

Sold

EBRD #ML81909421

$1,175,000
03/20/2023

Sold

MLSListings #ML81909421

$1,175,000
03/16/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1507912781

$1,175,000

+4.5% / yr

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

Public Records for 3718 Purling Brook Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,008,148Additions$238,772Total$1,246,920
Tax Record2025$13,949 ($1,162 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,610 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,610 SqFtLot Size79,149 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated2000ZoningR-1-32CountySANTA CRUZAPN103-121-15-000

Schools near 3718 Purling Brook Road

This home is within Mountain Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mountain Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Mission Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Harbor 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 3718 Purling Brook Road, Soquel, CA 95073
$1,175,000
2
651
79,149
$1,415,000
3
1,411
41,735
4
2
1,622
35,196
$412,000
1
1
455
16,030
$1,693,714
3
2,012
19,123
2
1
1,440
43,691

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