Sale includes two parcels totaling 7.787 acres.
The appropriately named street this beautiful home sits on is just a prelude to this spectacular home's additional views. Encompassing just under three acres with breathtaking views of the mountains, you'll find unparalleled tranquility and peace. The house features 3 bed/2 bath with an open-concept floor plan. Oversized windows and sliding glass doors line the common areas, bringing the outside in and allowing an abundance of gorgeous natural light to stream into the home. The luxurious primary suite features deck access, two walk-in closets, and an en suite bathroom with a separate stall shower and soaking tub, the perfect place to wind down with a crisp glass of wine from a local vintner. The grounds have been lovingly maintained with mature fruit trees and a rose garden that even the most discerning rosarian would enjoy spending time in. The detached two-car garage ensures plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and toys. Additional storage space includes the basement, sheds, and studio. Owned Solar helps to minimize PG&E bills. Just 20 minutes to town while feeling like you're away from the hustle and bustle. Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of the aptly named and highly desirable Happy Valley community.
For sale
$1,650,000
251 Starlight Ter, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
3beds
3,050sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1979
2.92 Acres Lot
$1,583,500 Zestimate®
$541/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Madani Team 70010074 831-234-6683,
Room Real Estate 831-234-6683
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82057577
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Laundry, Office
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, StallShower, TubinPrimaryBedroom
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, DiningBar
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,050
- Total interior livable area: 3,050 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Detached, Oversized
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Spa features: Other, Spa/HotTub
Lot
- Size: 2.92 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 10021136000
- Zoning: A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PropaneOnSite
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $541/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,409,771
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$1,583,500
Estimated sales range
$1.50M - $1.66M
Rent Zestimate®
$6,860/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000+43.5%$541/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/1/2014 | Sold | $1,150,000$377/sqft |
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| 5/31/2014 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$377/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams-Santa Cruz #81414993 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2014 | Price change | $1,150,000-2.1%$377/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Santa Cruz #ML81414993 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+32.2%$385/sqft |
Source: Santa Cruz Real Estate #ML81414993 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2004 | Sold | $889,000$291/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,409,771 +2% |
| 2025 | $15,563 +5% | $1,382,128 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,827 +0.2% | $1,355,028 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,800 +1.5% | $1,328,458 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,586 +3% | $1,302,410 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,165 +0.8% | $1,276,873 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,051 +2.2% | $1,263,780 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,754 +1.6% | $1,239,000 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,541 +2.2% | $1,214,706 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,249 +4.4% | $1,190,888 +2% |
| 2016 | $12,691 +2% | $1,167,538 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,445 +31.7% | $1,150,000 +32.9% |
| 2014 | $9,452 | $865,388 +21.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $711,200 -4.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $746,760 -4.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $782,320 |
| 2009 | -- | $782,320 -18.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $962,282 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $943,414 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $924,916 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $906,780 +277.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $240,355 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $235,950 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $231,324 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $226,789 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $222,342 |
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Neighborhood: 95065
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Happy Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 4 mi
- 9/10Branciforte Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7 mi
- 9/10Soquel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: HappyValleyElementary_1
- High: SantaCruzHigh
- District: HappyValleyElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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