Rare Happy Valley property fist time on the market in over 50 years, with over 2 acres of privacy, natural beauty, and serene indoor-outdoor living. Single-level home features wings for privacy, picture windows framing redwoods and mountain views, vaulted ceilings, and an open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area that flows throughout. An expansive wraparound deck, beautiful spacious bedrooms and living spaces all with views, a dedicated laundry room, and bonus rooms provide flexible spaces for an office, studio, or yoga. Public water is an especially valuable feature for a mountain property. Mature redwoods, scenic views, meandering paths, three resting benches, usable level land, a private well for irrigation, and multiple areas for gardening. An outhouse and remnants of a tree house add a touch of rustic charm and endless possibilities. Practical updates include a new 1,500-gallon septic tank, new 200-amp main electrical panel and subpanel, newer water heater, and new water pump. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from shopping and town amenities and directly across from Happy Valley Elementary School. A truly special private sanctuary combining usable land, remarkable privacy, natural beauty, and convenient access to town, school and to Highway 17 for commuters.
For sale
$1,395,000
3131 Branciforte Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
4beds
1,751sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1958
2.02 Acres Lot
$1,351,000 Zestimate®
$797/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Caitlin Phillips 01980058 831-325-6540,
Epique Realty 888-893-3537
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82052531
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Office
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Tile
Dining room
- Features: DiningFamilyCombo
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Formica
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Propane Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Beam Ceiling
- Flooring: Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Free Standing
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,751
- Total interior livable area: 1,751 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: No Garage, Parking Area, Oversized
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Storage Shed Structure
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2.02 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping, Hillside, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 10116205000
- Zoning: A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PropaneOnSite, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $797/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,063
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Estimated market value
$1,351,000
$1.28M - $1.42M
$5,880/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$797/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82052531 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $105,063 +2% |
| 2025 | $1,751 +9.4% | $103,003 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,601 -9.4% | $100,983 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,768 +1.8% | $99,003 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,737 +10.3% | $97,062 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,575 +0.6% | $95,158 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,566 +1.4% | $94,183 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,543 +1.1% | $92,336 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,527 +8.1% | $90,526 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,413 +10.4% | $88,751 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,279 +11.5% | $87,011 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,148 +1.5% | $85,704 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,131 | $84,025 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $82,005 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $80,397 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $79,797 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $79,986 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $78,418 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $76,881 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,373 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $73,895 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $72,446 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $71,118 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $69,724 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $68,357 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $67,016 |
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Neighborhood: 95065
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Happy Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Branciforte Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10Harbor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: HappyValleyElementary_1
- District: HappyValleyElementary
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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