185 Laurel Drive, Boulder Creek, California 95006, Boulder Creek, 95006 - 1 bed, 1 bath
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Boulder Creek, California 95006
Analysis of 185 Laurel Drive, Boulder Creek, California 95006 is currently available with a list price of $159,999. The property maintains a Tear down Condition Rating (10/100), reflecting significant deferred maintenance. This property is best suited for experienced investors or developers prepared for substantial renovation work. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Boulder Creek Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.
Built in 1970 and over 50 years old with no recorded renovations, the property carries an active 'Unsafe to Occupy' notice due to a landslide, has disconnected utilities, and is currently classified as an unbuildable lot with significant geologic hazards.
Priced at $159,999 with comparable renovated homes in the area trading for $350K-$400K+, this property offers a substantial profit margin for a buyer who can successfully navigate the county clearance process.
Situated at the doorstep of Big Basin Redwoods State Park, the property benefits from a highly desirable mountain setting with strong rental demand throughout the San Lorenzo Valley corridor.
The property's history as a legal residence prior to 1998 provides a strategic 'grandfathering' argument for restoring occupancy rights through the Santa Cruz County hazard clearance process.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =600, other record lot size in square feet = 2875.
The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 600, living area = 600.
The property carries an active 'Unsafe to Occupy' notice and is currently classified as an unbuildable lot due to a recorded Notice of Geologic Hazard following a 1998 landslide.
Santa Cruz Mountains opportunity for the buyer who can work with a county process. This 600 sq ft cottage carries an active Unsafe to Occupy notice posted by Santa Cruz County in 1998 following a landslide. Utilities disconnected at that time. Structure remains standing interior in livable condition but no permits or geologic reports have ever been filed. Parcel currently classified as unbuildable lot with a recorded Notice of Geologic Hazard on title. Cleared and livable homes in this area trade at $350K$400K+. The path to that value runs through a geotechnical assessment and Santa Cruz County's hazard clearance process. Prior occupant was a legal resident before 1998, supporting a grandfathering argument. Property sold strictly as-is. Buyer assumes all due diligence. Big Basin Redwoods at your doorstep. Strong rental demand throughout the San Lorenzo Valley corridor. This is the deal a patient, resourceful buyer finds once.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 2.0 | 8% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 | 36% |
| Square foot | 600 | 1,117 | 12% |
| Lot Size | 600 | 17,990 | 4% |
| Price | $160.0K | $679.0K | 4% |
| Price per sq ft | $267 | $496 | 12% |
| Built year | 1970 | 1946 | 80% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 19 | 148 | 4% |
Jun 4, 2026
$159,999
$165,000
-3% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 27, 2026
$165,000
$199,000
-17% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 18, 2026
$199,000
Initial Listing
Oct 13, 2017
$23,000
Public Record
Jun 2, 2016
$14,000
Public Record