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Price cut: $540K (7/1)

$1,999,999

260 Humbug Ln, Scotts Valley, CA 95060

3beds

3,422sqft

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1981

6.07 Acres Lot

$1,934,000 Zestimate^®

$584/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Please provide proof of funds, lender approval, seller disclosure package signed & upload to DisclosureIo. PRIVATE ESTATE Rare, sprawling, and ultra-private this flat, sun-drenched property is made for effortless entertaining. Just 4 minutes from Scotts Valley, 7 min. To Santa Cruz, you're close to town yet feel a world away. Thoughtfully curated upgrades shine throughout, from earthy rich quartz countertops and custom cabinetry to a true dream kitchen anchored by designer lighting. The expansive open-concept layout seamlessly blends kitchen, dining, and living spaces perfect for hosting on any scale. Enjoy radiant heat, a boiler system, low-flow fixtures, and newer stainless steel appliances. Over one-third of the parcel is level, offering endless possibilities multiple lounges, fire pit, parking for 20+, and several ideal locations for an ADU. A rare blend of privacy, style, fun and versatility

83 days

1,905

170

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Great Room, Laundry, Office, Utility Room, Workshop

Bedroom

Features: WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus

Bathroom

Features: PrimaryStallShowers, StallShower2plus, Stone, Tile, Tub, UpdatedBaths, PrimaryOversizedTub, HalfonGroundFloor, OversizedTub

Dining room

Features: BreakfastBar, DiningAreainLivingRoom, FormalDiningRoom

Family room

Features: SeparateFamilyRoom

Kitchen

Features: Island, Pantry, Skylights

Heating

Forced Air, Radiant

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Built In Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Warming Drawer
Laundry: Inside

Features

High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room, Outside

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,422
Total interior livable area: 3,422 sqft

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Parking

Total spaces: 15
Parking features: Detached, Guest, Parking Area, Oversized
Garage spaces: 3

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Pool features: In Ground
Spa features: Other
Has view: Yes
View description: Forest/Woods

Lot

Size: 6.07 Acres
Features: Mostly Level

Details

Additional structures: Outbuilding
Parcel number: 06806129000
Zoning: RA
Special conditions: Standard
Horse amenities: Unimproved

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Foundation: Slab
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1981

Utilities & green energy

Gas: PublicUtilities
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Shared Well
Utilities for property: Public Utilities

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Scotts Valley

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $584/sqft
Tax assessed value: $942,948
Annual tax amount: $11,544
Date on market: 4/29/2026
Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

Foreclosure details

Estimated market value

$1,934,000

$1.84M - $2.03M

$7,946/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/1/2026	Price change	$1,999,999-21.3%$584/sqft
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82045169 Report a problem
4/30/2026	Listed for sale	$2,540,000+245.1%$742/sqft
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82045169 Report a problem
2/28/2011	Sold	$736,000-4.6%$215/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/7/2010	Sold	$771,244-22.8%$225/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/6/2009	Listing removed	$999,000$292/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Santa Cruz #80947807 Report a problem
10/9/2009	Listed for sale	$999,000+25%$292/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Santa Cruz #80947807 Report a problem
5/28/1999	Sold	$799,000$233/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$11,544 +7.4%	$942,948 +2%
2024	$10,747 +1.4%	$924,458 +2%
2023	$10,602 +1.3%	$906,332 +2%
2022	$10,470 +3.5%	$888,560 +2%
2021	$10,114 +0.8%	$871,138 +1%
2020	$10,035 +2.2%	$862,206 +2%
2019	$9,817 +1.2%	$845,300 +2%
2018	$9,705 +1.3%	$828,724 +2%
2017	$9,581 +5.8%	$812,472 +2%
2016	$9,052 +2.3%	$796,542 +1.5%
2015	$8,852 +1.7%	$784,578 +2%
2014	$8,703	$769,210 +8.9%
2012	--	$706,560 -4%
2011	--	$736,000 -27.9%
2010	--	$1,020,355 -0.2%
2009	--	$1,022,779 +2%
2008	--	$1,002,725 +2%
2007	--	$983,064 +5.5%
2006	--	$931,721 +2%
2005	--	$913,452 +2.8%
2004	--	$888,147 +2.8%
2003	--	$864,321 +2%
2002	--	$847,374 +2%
2001	--	$830,759 +2%
2000	--	$814,470

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

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