Standing regal on a large lot with an elegant double glass entry door. Consisting of 3 large bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus office space. Second family room downstairs with brand new kitchenette and half bath. Bright, spacious and newly remodeled. New roof, windows, furnace, flooring and fresh paint inside and out. Chef's dream kitchen with high end SS appliances, 8 burner gas stove, cabinets w/pullouts, butler station with second sink, pantry and new dishwasher. Living, dining and kitchen combo with vaulted ceilings. Large primary bedroom with his and hers closets and dream bathroom with fireplace, double vanity, makeup counter, jet tub and stand alone shower. Relax by your own pool while you listen to the trickling sound of the creek below or host the perfect backyard party. Room for boat or RV. Delightful rarity like no other and located just minutes from the beach, hiking trails and nature. With it's small town feel, you are sure to fall in love. Look for the tall Palm Trees.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$560Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Sterling-sanchez•DRE #01012330• Venture Sotheby's Intl Rlty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40965631
Oct 7, 2021
Sold
$1,120,000
$482/sq ft
Sep 9, 2021
Contingent
—
Sep 8, 2021
Pending
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Sep 2, 2021
Listed
$1,150,000
$495/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81779078
Sep 14, 2020
Sold
$603,750
$260/sq ft
Aug 7, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 17, 2020
Price Changed
$826,000
$356/sq ft
Jun 24, 2020
Relisted
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May 28, 2020
Pending
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Apr 22, 2020
Price Changed
$850,000
$366/sq ft
Apr 15, 2020
Price Changed
$902,500
$389/sq ft
Mar 30, 2020
Relisted
—
Mar 9, 2020
Pending
—
Feb 20, 2020
Price Changed
$950,000
$409/sq ft
Jan 14, 2020
Listed
$1,000,000
$430/sq ft
+11
Mediterranean Style custom home. This home has 3 bedrooms 2 1/2 baths with office and one of the rooms is a private entry mother-in-law unit. Chefs kitchen with 8 burner stove and all stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets with granite countertops. The master suite has a 210 sq. ft. bathroom with jacuzzi tub and wood-burning fireplace. Landscaped with palm trees and has an inground swimming pool and bbq bar. Great for entertaining.
SDMLS #301436820
Jul 27, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jul 27, 2018
Listed
$1,199,000
$516/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 10, 2005
Sold
$899,000
$387/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80550054
Nov 10, 2005
Listing Removed
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Oct 11, 2005
Sold
$899,000
$387/sq ft
Aug 29, 2005
Listed
$899,000
$387/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 9, 2000
Sold
$549,000
$236/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80038701
Nov 9, 2000
Listing Removed
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Sep 17, 2000
Sold
$549,000
$236/sq ft
Sep 6, 2000
Listed
$549,000
$236/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 23, 1979
Sold
$41,000
$18/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 28, 1977
Sold
$92,500
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,097 (+4.0%)
$713,132 + $475,421
$1,188,553
2024
$13,552 (−0.1%)
$699,149 + $466,099
$1,165,248
2023
$13,569 (+2.3%)
$699,149 + $466,099
$1,165,248
2022
$13,268 (+81.0%)
$685,440 + $456,960
$1,142,400
2021
$7,330 (−31.5%)
$672,000 + $448,000
$1,120,000
2020
$10,704 (−13.1%)
$475,001 + $128,750
$603,751
2019
$12,312 (+3.3%)
$640,050 + $280,500
$920,550
2018
$11,918 (+5.5%)
$660,802 + $440,536
$1,101,338
2017
$11,295 (+9.9%)
$603,086 + $402,052
$1,005,138
2016
$10,276 (+10.8%)
$603,086 + $402,052
$1,005,138
2015
$9,273 (+22.0%)
$543,320 + $362,210
$905,530
2014
$7,599 (+19.5%)
$397,948 + $265,298
$663,246
2013
$6,358 (+6.1%)
$397,948 + $265,298
$663,246
2012
$5,991 (−2.9%)
$331,623 + $221,082
$552,705
2011
$6,171 (−9.3%)
$312,852 + $208,568
$521,420
2010
$6,801 (−9.6%)
$323,640 + $215,760
$539,400
2009
$7,525 (−17.6%)
$361,398 + $240,932
$602,330
2008
$9,131
$404,550 + $269,700
$674,250
Tax history for 121 Rancho Rio Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,097 (+4.0%)
$713,132 + $475,421
$1,188,553
2024
$13,552 (−0.1%)
$699,149 + $466,099
$1,165,248
2023
$13,569 (+2.3%)
$699,149 + $466,099
$1,165,248
2022
$13,268 (+81.0%)
$685,440 + $456,960
$1,142,400
2021
$7,330 (−31.5%)
$672,000 + $448,000
$1,120,000
2020
$10,704 (−13.1%)
$475,001 + $128,750
$603,751
2019
$12,312 (+3.3%)
$640,050 + $280,500
$920,550
2018
$11,918 (+5.5%)
$660,802 + $440,536
$1,101,338
2017
$11,295 (+9.9%)
$603,086 + $402,052
$1,005,138
2016
$10,276 (+10.8%)
$603,086 + $402,052
$1,005,138
2015
$9,273 (+22.0%)
$543,320 + $362,210
$905,530
2014
$7,599 (+19.5%)
$397,948 + $265,298
$663,246
2013
$6,358 (+6.1%)
$397,948 + $265,298
$663,246
2012
$5,991 (−2.9%)
$331,623 + $221,082
$552,705
2011
$6,171 (−9.3%)
$312,852 + $208,568
$521,420
2010
$6,801 (−9.6%)
$323,640 + $215,760
$539,400
2009
$7,525 (−17.6%)
$361,398 + $240,932
$602,330
2008
$9,131
$404,550 + $269,700
$674,250
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,601
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07732106
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, RV/Boat Parking, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Solid Surface, Split Bath, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub with Jets
Interior Features
Interior Features: Office, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, Primary Bedrm Retreat, Main Entry
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Garbage Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Island,Microwave,Oven Built-in,Pantry,Refrigerator,Wet Bar
Rooms Total: 8
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2,323
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Storage
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Private Pool
Property Information
Living Area: 2323
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1965
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 16771
Lot Size Area: 0.39
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.39
Lot Features: Regular
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,601
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07732106
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
8/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 94° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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