Tucked into a peaceful and highly desirable Scotts Valley neighborhood, this bright and inviting home offers comfort, versatility, and an unbeatable location. Filled with natural light and showcasing beautiful views, the home features a spacious layout, a huge backyardperfect for relaxing or entertainingand a convenient 2-car garage.
A standout feature is the separate lower-level studio with its own private entranceideal for guests, extended family, or potential rental income. The private detached office adds even more flexibility for remote work, creative space, or a quiet retreat.
Located just 15 minutes from the beaches and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and only 10 minutes to the redwood trails of Henry Cowell State Park, this home truly captures the best of indoor-outdoor livingall within an award-winning school district in a safe, welcoming community.
For sale
$1,325,000
497 Estrella Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
4beds
1,534sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1975
0.28 Acres Lot
$1,298,400 Zestimate®
$864/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Showcasing beautiful viewsSpacious layoutFilled with natural lightBright and inviting homePrivate detached office
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Riley McWilliams 02033282 831-431-3707,
eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82041724
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Tile
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Tile, ExhaustFan, Hookups_IceMaker
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Oven/Range
- Laundry: In Garage, Tub/Sink
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,534
- Total interior livable area: 1,534 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Valley
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down
Details
- Parcel number: 02108321000
- Zoning: Single Family Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: NaturalGas, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Scotts Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $864/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,326,511
- Annual tax amount: $16,160
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
$1,298,400
$1.23M - $1.36M
$4,658/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000+6%$864/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82041724 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2021 | Sold | $1,250,000$815/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81857336 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+78.8%$815/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81857336 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2009 | Listing removed | $699,000$456/sqft |
Source: Vflyer #80932095 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2009 | Listed for sale | $699,000+176.3%$456/sqft |
Source: Vflyer #80932095 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/1995 | Sold | $253,000$165/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,160 +6.3% | $1,326,511 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,197 +2% | $1,300,500 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,897 +1.9% | $1,275,000 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,625 +188.9% | $1,250,000 +221.9% |
| 2021 | $5,063 +1.6% | $388,298 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,981 +1.3% | $384,316 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,917 +7.1% | $376,781 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,589 +1.9% | $369,392 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,502 +4.9% | $362,151 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,293 +0.3% | $355,050 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,281 +5.1% | $349,717 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,074 | $342,866 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $334,623 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $328,062 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $325,610 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $326,384 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $319,985 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $313,711 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $307,560 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $301,530 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $295,618 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $290,200 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $284,509 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $278,931 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $273,461 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$7,714/mo
Principal & interest
$6499
Property taxes
$1215
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95066
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Brook Knoll Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10Scotts Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Scotts Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: ScottsValleyUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- California
- Santa Cruz County
- Scotts Valley
- 95066
- 497 Estrella Dr
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