No mystery here, just pure value and possibility. Tucked behind a private gate amid the majestic redwoods, this mountain haven delivers the best of both worlds: serene privacy yet only about 10 minutes from midtown Santa Cruz shopping and dining, and 15 minutes from the beach. The versatile property centers on a light-filled 2-bedroom, 1-bath main home plus a studio 1-bath ADU, ideal for rental income, a work-from-home setup, multi-generational living, or guest quarters. Step onto the sun-drenched entry deck and into an open living room where skylights and dual-pane windows flood the space with natural light. The flow continues into an updated kitchen with custom concrete counters and a bright dining area framed by a wall of windows that deliver true treehouse vibes. Updated bathrooms and bedrooms are move-in ready, while decks surrounding the home make indoor-outdoor living effortless. Downstairs, an oversized 2-car garage connects to the attached guest unit/ADU. A flexible bonus room (perfect as an office, workout space, art studio, or she-shed) and an outdoor soaking tub complete the package. Wander the 2.53-acre grounds under towering redwoods or simply soak up the sunshine on your decks. Your private redwood retreat is calling; come experience the lifestyle for yourself.
For sale
$995,000
620 Mystery Spot Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
2beds
1,353sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1972
2.53 Acres Lot
$964,200 Zestimate®
$735/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 29 days
- 3,001
- 377
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Willie Eagleton 02044561 831-345-9258,
Coldwell Banker Realty 831-688-6461
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82059051
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, ShoweroverTub1, Tile, UpdatedBaths
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, DiningArea
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, Skylights
Heating
- Electric, 2 plus Zones, Individual Room Controls, Other, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Zoned, Other, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- One Or More Skylights
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,353
- Total interior livable area: 1,353 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Storage Shed Structure
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden/Greenbelt, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 2.53 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Outbuilding, Sheds
- Parcel number: 06808125000
- Zoning: A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat, Polyurethane
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PropaneOnSite, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Propane, Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $735/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $932,948
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
$964,200
$916,000 - $1.01M
$4,218/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000+17.8%$735/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82059051 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2020 | Sold | $845,000-0.5%$625/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81797720 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2020 | Pending sale | $849,000$627/sqft |
Source: Sereno Group #ML81797720 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $849,000$627/sqft |
Source: Sereno Group #ML81797720 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2020 | Pending sale | $849,000$627/sqft |
Source: Sereno Group #ML81797720 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2020 | Price change | $849,000-5.6%$627/sqft |
Source: Sereno Group #ML81797720 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2020 | Listed for sale | $899,000+71.2%$664/sqft |
Source: Sereno Group #ML81797720 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2013 | Sold | $525,000$388/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2013 | Listed for sale | $525,000$388/sqft |
Source: Sereno Group Properties #ML81315396 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $932,948 +2% |
| 2025 | $11,230 +7.4% | $914,656 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,459 -0.9% | $896,720 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,554 +1.2% | $879,138 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,426 +3.5% | $861,900 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,077 +38% | $845,000 +42.9% |
| 2020 | $7,302 +2.9% | $591,142 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,097 +1.1% | $579,551 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,021 +1.2% | $568,187 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,935 +7.1% | $557,046 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,472 +2.8% | $546,124 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,297 +1.6% | $537,921 +161.8% |
| 2014 | $6,194 | $205,475 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $200,536 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $196,604 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $195,135 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $195,599 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $191,764 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $188,004 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $184,318 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $180,704 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $177,160 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $173,913 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $170,503 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $167,160 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $163,882 |
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