
Santa Cruz, California 95060
Analysis of 471 Country Estates Terrace, Santa Cruz, California 95060 is currently available with a list price of $849,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Santa Cruz Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1986, the property features a recently updated kitchen with butcher-block countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern lighting. The interior shows well with updated flooring and a clean, move-in-ready aesthetic. While the exterior decking shows some weathering consistent with its age, the overall maintenance and interior renovations place it firmly in the Good category.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 62290, living area = 1329.
The 1.43-acre lot offers a unique blend of redwood privacy and sunny openings above the coastal fog line, providing an ideal environment for gardening and outdoor living.
Extensive wraparound decking featuring a wood-fired hot tub and an infrared sauna transforms the property into a turnkey personal retreat or creative sanctuary.
At 1,329 square feet with only two bedrooms, the home's footprint may limit its appeal to larger families or buyers requiring significant indoor space.
The property's specialized 'retreat' character and recent price adjustment suggest it caters to a specific buyer profile, potentially resulting in a longer sales cycle.
Tucked among redwood groves yet beautifully open to the sun, this single-level Bonny Doon retreat pairs forest privacy with warmth on 1.43 acres above Mill Creek. Sunny openings invite gardening and outdoor projects, while leisurely neighborhood walks and nearby trails through the Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve and San Vicente Redwoods make connecting with nature part of daily life. The updated kitchen - with butcher-block counters and a generous island - serves as the social heart of the home, connecting the dining and living areas so cooking and conversation flow together. Wraparound decking extends the experience outdoors for dining, quiet moments beneath the trees or a soak under the stars in the wood-fired hot tub. An infrared sauna, two storage sheds and a long lower driveway add space for relaxation, creative pursuits, cars and oversized vehicles. A little bridge completes the enchanting arrival into your own pocket of redwood calm. Set in coveted lower Bonny Doon, generally above the coastal fog and approximately 10 minutes from scenic Highway 1 and the North Coast beaches, with easy access to Davenport, the Santa Cruz Westside and downtown. Private, peaceful and full of personality, make this soulful property your full-time home, weekend hideaway or creative retreat.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.3 |
| Square foot | 1,329 | 1,697.986 |
| Lot Size | 62,290 | 6,864.608 |
| Price | $849.0K | $1.63M |
| Price per sq ft | $639 | $940 |
| Built year | 1986 | 1973 |
| HOA | $0 | $352 |
| Days on market | 47 | 38 |
Aug 12, 2026
$849,000
$898,000
-5% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jul 24, 2026
$898,000
Initial Listing
Mar 3, 2016
$680,000
Public Record
Feb 16, 2007
$689,000
Public Record