Under contract

$1,099,000

5455 Branciforte Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

4beds

1,686sqft

$7,064/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1950

0.66 Acres Lot

$1,077,700 Zestimate^®

$652/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fenced gardenBasketball hoop areaLarge sunny lotPlay structureSurrounded by majestic redwoodsSeparate exterior accessVersatile floor plan

Happy Valley charmer on a large, sunny lot surrounded by majestic redwoods. Versatile floor plan offers flexible living options with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath on the main level, plus 2 additional bedrooms and a bath upstairs with separate exterior accessideal for guests, multigenerational living, or potential rental use. Attached garage is used as a living space. Expansive yard designed for indoor-outdoor living featuring multiple decks, hot tub, patio, basketball hoop area, play structure and fenced garden. Plenty of off-street parking. Desirable neighborhood with great schools and a peaceful, nature-filled setting. Conveniently located with easy access to Santa Cruz Beaches, downtown amenities, and a commuter-friendly drive to Los Gatos and the Bay Area. A unique opportunity offering space, flexibility, and lifestyle.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom

Features: BedroomonGroundFloor2plus

Bathroom

Features: Bidet, FullonGroundFloor

Dining room

Features: BreakfastBar, DiningArea

Family room

Features: NoFamilyRoom

Kitchen

Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Granite

Heating

Electric, Fireplace(s), 2 plus Zones, Other

Cooling

Other

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Utility Room

Features

Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Laminate
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,686
Total interior livable area: 1,686 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Common, Covered, Off Street, Oversized
Carport spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
Spa features: Other, Spa/HotTub
Fencing: Partial
Has view: Yes
View description: Forest/Woods

Lot

Size: 0.66 Acres
Features: Sloped Up

Details

Parcel number: 10010125000
Zoning: A
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition, Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1950

Utilities & green energy

Gas: PropaneOnSite, PublicUtilities
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Propane, Public Utilities

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Santa Cruz

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $652/sqft
Tax assessed value: $174,416
Annual tax amount: $2,519
Date on market: 4/7/2026
Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

Estimated market value

$1,077,700

$1.02M - $1.13M

$6,365/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/28/2026	Contingent	$1,099,000$652/sqft
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4/7/2026	Listed for sale	$1,099,000+132.8%$652/sqft
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10/31/2000	Sold	$472,000$280/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,519 +7.8%	$174,416 +2%
2024	$2,337 -6.3%	$170,996 +2%
2023	$2,493 +1.7%	$167,644 +2%
2022	$2,452 +7.8%	$164,357 +2%
2021	$2,274 +0.7%	$161,133 +1%
2020	$2,260 +1.7%	$159,481 +2%
2019	$2,222 +1.3%	$156,354 +2%
2018	$2,194 +6%	$153,289 +2%
2017	$2,070 +8.2%	$150,283 +2%
2016	$1,913 +7.8%	$147,336 +1.5%
2015	$1,775 +1.6%	$145,123 +2%
2014	$1,747	$142,280 +2.5%
2012	--	$138,860 +2%
2011	--	$136,137 +0.8%
2010	--	$135,119 -0.2%
2009	--	$135,440 +2%
2008	--	$132,784 +2%
2007	--	$130,181 +2%
2006	--	$127,628 +2%
2005	--	$125,125 +2%
2004	--	$122,672 +1.9%
2003	--	$120,424 +2%
2002	--	$118,063 -75%
2001	--	$472,000 +296.4%
2000	--	$119,080

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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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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 95065

Getting around

0 / 100

Car-Dependent

0 / 100

No Nearby Transit

8 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

8/10
Happy Valley Elementary School
Grades: K-6Distance: 2 mi
9/10
Branciforte Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 5 mi
7/10
Harbor High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

High: HarborHigh
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.