Lot/land

$350,000

10520 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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1.72Acres

Residential Lot, Unimproved Land

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1.72 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$--/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Escape to the beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains with this peaceful parcel surrounded by redwoods and a peaceful natural setting. Enjoy beautiful views with ocean peeks from the upper portion of the property. A productive 640-foot deep well is already in place, providing a valuable head start for future plans. Ideally located near world-class outdoor recreation, including miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, while still offering convenient access to the beaches of Santa Cruz, West Side Santa Cruz, and downtown Felton. Explore nearby restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and the many amenities that make this area such a sought-after destination. Whether youre looking to create a mountain retreat or invest in a scenic property with excellent accessibility, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of nature and convenience. Seller will consider owner financing with $150,000 down and a 6% interest-only loan for up to 24 months.

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Facts & features

Property

Features

Fencing: Partial
Has view: Yes
View description: Ocean
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Ocean

Lot

Size: 1.72 Acres
Features: Sloped Up

Details

Additional structures: Sheds, StorageFacility
Parcel number: 08006107000
Zoning: RR
Special conditions: Standard

Utilities & green energy

Gas: PublicUtilities
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Public Utilities

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Santa Cruz

Financial & listing details

Tax assessed value: $214,964
Annual tax amount: $2,765
Date on market: 6/30/2026
Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$2,780/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/30/2026	Listed for sale	$350,000+66.7%
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82052677 Report a problem
8/17/2016	Sold	$210,000
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,765 +9.9%	$214,964 +2%
2024	$2,515 +1.5%	$210,749 +2%
2023	$2,477 +1.6%	$206,616 +2%
2022	$2,439 +2.4%	$202,565 +2%
2021	$2,382 -21.2%	$198,593 -10.9%
2020	$3,023 +13.9%	$222,854 +2%
2019	$2,654 +1.7%	$218,484 +2%
2018	$2,610 +5.2%	$214,200 +2%
2017	$2,482 +421.5%	$210,000 +815.3%
2016	$476 +17.9%	$22,944 +1.5%
2015	$404	$22,600

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Monthly payment

Estimated monthly payment$1,822

Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 95060

Getting around

0 / 100

Car-Dependent

0 / 100

No Nearby Transit

9 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Bonny Doon Elementary School
Grades: K-6Distance: 2.5 mi
9/10
Mission Hill Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 10.4 mi
10/10
Santa Cruz High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 10.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

District: BonnyDoonUnionElementary

Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.