5599 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, California 95065, Santa Cruz, 95065 - 3 bed, 3 bath
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Santa Cruz, California 95065
Analysis of 5599 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, California 95065 is currently available with a list price of $1,695,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. 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 Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
The property is 57 years old and has been held by the same owner for 50 years, with no evidence of recent renovations. The kitchen features highly dated blue tile countertops and oak cabinetry likely from the 1980s, while the living areas contain aged wood paneling and older carpeting. Based on the age and visible condition, the home requires a full interior rehab and likely significant updates to its primary systems.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 93305, living area = 1741.
The property includes a secondary 700 sqft structure with its own legal USPS address, providing an excellent opportunity for rental income, a guest house, or multi-generational living.
Sitting on 2.14 acres of rare, nearly flat, sun-drenched land, the lot is perfectly suited for hobby farming, gardening, and features an in-ground pool and barn.
Offered for the first time in 50 years and built in 1967, the home likely requires significant modernization and cosmetic updates to meet contemporary buyer expectations.
The combination of over two acres of land, an aging pool, a barn, and two separate residential structures necessitates substantial ongoing maintenance and capital investment.
First time on the market in 50 years! This charming, single-level 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home (plus den/possible extra bedroom) is located in the sought-after, highly-acclaimed Happy Valley Elementary School District and sits on a sunny, nearly flat, usable, 2.14 acre property with an in-ground pool. A huge bonus is also having the original, almost 700 sf, 3 room former-main house on the property with its own separate, legal USPS address for guests, in-laws, or rental potential. The hobby farmer or gardener will love the old and young fruit trees, wide-open natural field area, full sun exposure, and barn. Private, yet located only a short drive away from parks, trails, golf, and beaches. Great commute location! Get into Santa Cruz without having to use the fishhook or easily access hwy 17 to Los Gatos/San Jose. If you've been looking for a sun-drenched, close-in country home with a ton of possibilities in Happy Valley, this Santa Cruz gem might be it!
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 | 58% |
| Square foot | 1,741 | 1,803.5 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 93,305.523 | 8,808 | 75% |
| Price | $1.70M | $1.51M | 67% |
| Price per sq ft | $974 | $911 | 58% |
| Built year | 1967 | 1969 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 14 | 114 | 8% |
Apr 8, 2026
$1,695,000
Initial Listing