1239 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, California 95060, Santa Cruz, 95060 - 4 bed, 3 bath
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Santa Cruz, California 95060
This Sprawling Single-Story Estate is listed at $1,599,000, aligning perfectly with its $1,599,000 Fair Market Value. Situated on a 2.5-Acre Lot with a Forested Greenbelt View, the property features a 3,206 sqft layout with 4-5 Bedrooms and 4 Full Baths. While holding a Condition Rating of 4 due to its original 1977 finishes, the home offers significant modernization potential to increase value. Its proximity to UCSC and San Jose makes it a prime candidate for rental income. This is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants seeking space or Buy-and-Hold Investors.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
The property is well-maintained but significantly dated, largely reflecting its 1977 construction. The kitchen and bathrooms feature original oak cabinetry, older tile work, and white appliances rather than modern finishes. While the home offers high-quality architectural elements like vaulted wood-beamed ceilings and skylights, the overall aesthetic—including the patterned tile flooring, parquet wood, and older carpets—requires comprehensive modernization to meet current market standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 110207, living area = 3206.
The sprawling 3,206 sq.ft. single-story layout includes 4-5 bedrooms and 4 full baths, offering exceptional flexibility for multi-generational families or high-capacity rental opportunities near UCSC.
Situated on a generous 2.5-acre lot bordering Scotts Valley, this property provides a rare blend of rural privacy with a prime commuter location for both Santa Cruz and the San Jose area.
With 238 days on the market and multiple price reductions, the property may carry a market stigma that requires aggressive positioning to overcome.
Built in 1977, the home likely requires significant capital investment to modernize its aesthetic finishes and core systems to meet contemporary buyer expectations.
**Open House Canceled Sunday 4/12 due to Rain ** Sprawling 3,206 sq.ft., one story home on 2.5 acres, bordering the Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley areas. Great commuter location to UCSC and the San Jose area. Four bedrooms and a bonus room currently used as a 5th bedroom. Four full baths, Large living room, currently divided as a living area with wet bar and fireplace, also a sitting area by the main entrance, off the kitchen. There is a great room with fireplace open to the dining area and kitchen, a great gathering area. A patio area off of the dining area offers opportunity for outdoor gatherings. Large primary bedroom has sliding glass door leading to an outdoor sitting area. This primary bedroom is handicap accessible. Huge laundry room adjacent to a pantry. Circular driveway, with carport parking for 4-6 cars and storage cabinets, and separate garage. Uncovered parking on the property for many more cars. Great large home that accommodates many people, or an investment property for renters, UCSC students.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 | 70% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 3,206 | 1,733 | 91% |
| Lot Size | 110,207 | 7,100 | 93% |
| Price | $1.60M | $1.38M | 67% |
| Price per sq ft | $499 | $837 | 9% |
| Built year | 1977 | 1977 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 243 | 100 | 89% |
Feb 18, 2026
$1,599,000
$1,699,000
-6% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Sep 12, 2025
$1,699,000
$1,799,000
-6% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Aug 22, 2025
$1,799,000
Initial Listing