Nestled on La Cuesta Drive is a Scotts Valley stunner sure to please. A covered porch overlooking the lush, yet low maintenance front yard space and views of the hills from the living room offer a warm welcome. Careful curation of every detail is evident, from light fixtures to built-in cabinetry to rich wood floors. Updated chef's kitchen features quartzite counters, white shaker cabinets & pantry space. Two spacious bedrooms, a dedicated laundry room, mudroom with backyard access & a spa-inspired bath with marble counters can also be found on the main floor. Upstairs is the oversized primary suite, complete with its own deck, walk-in closet, updated bathroom & bonus room that makes for a great home office, craft room, library, exercise room or nursery. The sun-filled backyard space is perfect for entertaining. With its built-in bbq area and pergola, you'll want to take full advantage of every opportunity to enjoy your outdoor oasis. Gated access to the garage & backyard provide the utmost privacy. Storage options abound, with a large, locked, dry storage area under the house that is perfect for your bikes & surfboards. Located minutes to schools, shopping & restaurants, yet with the privacy and tranquility you crave, this exquisite home brings the best of Scotts Valley to you.
Sold for $1,600,000
$1,600,000
281 La Cuesta Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
3beds
1,669sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1952
7,971 Square Feet Lot
$1,502,600 Zestimate®
$959/sqft
$5,236 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,502,600
$1.41M - $1.61M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amber Melenudo 01921098 831-566-2263,
Sotheby’s International Realty 831-204-7884
Bought with:
Ron Evans, 01889602
Keller Williams Palo Alto
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81971636
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Office
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, Marble, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook, EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,669
- Total interior livable area: 1,669 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Off Street, Oversized
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods
Lot
- Size: 7,971 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 06709212000
- Zoning: R-1-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Scotts Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $959/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,600,002
- Annual tax amount: $18,637
- Date on market: 7/1/2024
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2024 | Sold | $1,600,000+4.9%$959/sqft |
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| 7/10/2024 | Pending sale | $1,525,000$914/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81971636 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,525,000+137.9%$914/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81971636 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2015 | Sold | $641,000-1.2%$384/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2015 | Pending sale | $649,000$389/sqft |
Source: Bailey Properties #81459262 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2015 | Listed for sale | $649,000+38.1%$389/sqft |
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| 5/2/2013 | Sold | $470,000$282/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,637 +94% | $1,600,002 +90.2% |
| 2024 | $9,608 +2% | $841,300 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,417 +1.6% | $824,805 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,264 +3.2% | $808,632 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,980 +0.8% | $792,776 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,911 +1.5% | $784,647 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,781 +4.9% | $769,263 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,371 +0.3% | $754,179 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,343 +15.8% | $739,392 +13.6% |
| 2016 | $7,205 +30.2% | $650,776 +35.1% |
| 2015 | $5,533 +4.1% | $481,568 +828.8% |
| 2014 | $5,316 | $51,846 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $50,597 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $49,605 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $49,234 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $49,351 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $48,383 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $47,434 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $46,503 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $45,591 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $44,697 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $43,877 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $43,016 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $42,173 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $41,346 |
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Neighborhood: 95066
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Brook Knoll Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Scotts Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Scotts Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: ScottsValleyUnified
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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