
Soquel, California 95073
Nestled in a serene gated community just minutes from local beaches and downtown Capitola, this beautiful Soquel mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, space, and modern comfort. Thoughtfully refreshed inside and out with new siding, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a spacious new deck complete with a hot tub, ideal for soaking in the sunshine and forest views. Inside the natural light pours through large windows, highlighting the soaring vaulted ceilings in the living room and the homes bright, airy feel. The layout includes a large primary suite on the top floor, two generously sized bedrooms on the second floor, and a versatile huge bonus room that can serve as a second living space, media room, or even an additional bedroom. A separate dining room and expansive living areas provide plenty of room for entertaining or family gatherings. Along with a detached 2 car garage this home is situated on a sunny lot with an expansive open space directly below the property. Theres an abundant potential for an ADU, gardening, outdoor recreation, or simply enjoying the peace and quiet of nature. This spacious mountain home combines the best of both worlds quiet hillside living with quick access to Soquel, Santa Cruz, and nearby beaches. This home is truly a gem!
Property is moderate renovation needed.
While the property features recent exterior updates including new siding, paint, and a deck, the interior kitchen and bathrooms are dated with finishes (tile countertops and oak cabinetry) likely exceeding 20 years in age. The home is well-maintained and functional but requires cosmetic modernization to meet current standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 228254, living area = 2700.
Situated on over 5 acres of sunny land, this property offers exceptional privacy and significant potential for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), gardening, or outdoor recreation.
The home features extensive recent upgrades including new siding, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a brand-new deck with a hot tub, providing immediate move-in readiness and reduced maintenance.
The current list price of $1.29M is substantially lower than the 2022 sale price of $1.6M, which may indicate a volatile local valuation history or a significant shift in market demand for the area.
Despite the cosmetic refreshes, the 1979 construction suggests that original core systems and utilities may be nearing the end of their functional lifespan and could require future investment.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.3 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.9 |
| Square foot | 2,700 | 2,076.5 |
| Lot Size | 228,254 | 20,554.014 |
| Price | $1.29M | $1.43M |
| Price per sq ft | $478 | $768 |
| Built year | 1979 | 1981 |
| HOA | $0 | $108 |
| Days on market | 96 | 54 |
Jul 20, 2026
$1,290,000
Initial Listing
Mar 29, 2022
$1,600,000
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