Iconic Homestead Opportunity! If you know Alba Road, then you know this wonderful property with its picturesque meadow and orchard. Nestled along a tributary to Clear Creek in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this beautiful 14 acre property is ready for a fresh start. It has an existing spring, building pad, and easy access to power. There is great sun exposure and an extraordinary amount of usable land throughout the property. The building site has excellent privacy. An in-ground swimming pool and surrounding fence are still intact. It's a short walk down to the peaceful creek area and more large clearings on the property. The devastating fire of last summer was able to take the structures, but not the beauty and charm of this magical place.
Vacant landProperty Type
14.33 acresLot Size
$0Price/Acres
Listed by Bill Franzosa•DRE #01103336• Thunderbird Real Estate
Contact: 831-345-8400
Bought with Nicole Wood•DRE #01259219• David Lyng Real Estate
1 of a kind estate 14.3 acres. Private driveway. Includes main home, lodge & brewery. A 1128 sq. ft. with granite rock fireplace & wet bar & walk-in freezer Separate rented guest unit. 2 story historic barn, bandstand, orchard, pool,
Public Records
Oct 5, 2004
Sold
$1,115,000
MLSListings #ML80407724
Oct 5, 2004
Listing Removed
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Sep 3, 2004
Sold
$1,115,000
Jun 29, 2004
Listed
$1,115,000
Amazing property! 18 acres include a lodge with fireplace and wet bar, separate rental/guest unit, 2 story barn, paths to creek, orchard, pool, jacuzzi. 2 springs, 10K gal storage tank, 100 gal water heater.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,350 (+60.6%)
$846,314 + $473,154
$1,319,468
2024
$9,557 (+3.0%)
$829,720 + $2,602
$832,322
2023
$9,276 (+0.9%)
$829,720 + $2,602
$832,322
2022
$9,195 (+34.4%)
$800,000
2021
$6,843 (−60.6%)
$800,000
2020
$17,374 (+30.6%)
$589,153
2019
$13,307 (−35.0%)
$990,928 + $508,853
$1,499,781
2018
$20,459 (+5.5%)
$980,501 + $503,499
$1,484,000
2017
$19,385 (+10.0%)
$1,023,030 + $709,968
$1,732,998
2016
$17,628 (+11.3%)
$1,023,030 + $709,968
$1,732,998
2015
$15,836 (+22.3%)
$921,649 + $639,611
$1,561,260
2014
$12,950 (+19.8%)
$675,051 + $468,477
$1,143,528
2013
$10,814 (+6.2%)
$675,051 + $468,477
$1,143,528
2012
$10,182 (−3.0%)
$562,542 + $390,398
$952,940
2011
$10,493 (−9.4%)
$530,700 + $368,300
$899,000
2010
$11,580 (−9.7%)
$549,000 + $381,000
$930,000
2009
$12,829 (−28.5%)
$613,050 + $425,450
$1,038,500
2008
$17,954
$686,250 + $476,250
$1,162,500
Tax history for 12250 Alba Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,350 (+60.6%)
$846,314 + $473,154
$1,319,468
2024
$9,557 (+3.0%)
$829,720 + $2,602
$832,322
2023
$9,276 (+0.9%)
$829,720 + $2,602
$832,322
2022
$9,195 (+34.4%)
$800,000
2021
$6,843 (−60.6%)
$800,000
2020
$17,374 (+30.6%)
$589,153
2019
$13,307 (−35.0%)
$990,928 + $508,853
$1,499,781
2018
$20,459 (+5.5%)
$980,501 + $503,499
$1,484,000
2017
$19,385 (+10.0%)
$1,023,030 + $709,968
$1,732,998
2016
$17,628 (+11.3%)
$1,023,030 + $709,968
$1,732,998
2015
$15,836 (+22.3%)
$921,649 + $639,611
$1,561,260
2014
$12,950 (+19.8%)
$675,051 + $468,477
$1,143,528
2013
$10,814 (+6.2%)
$675,051 + $468,477
$1,143,528
2012
$10,182 (−3.0%)
$562,542 + $390,398
$952,940
2011
$10,493 (−9.4%)
$530,700 + $368,300
$899,000
2010
$11,580 (−9.7%)
$549,000 + $381,000
$930,000
2009
$12,829 (−28.5%)
$613,050 + $425,450
$1,038,500
2008
$17,954
$686,250 + $476,250
$1,162,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14.33 Acres
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
1,760
Year built
2025
Style
Other
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07801121
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Partial Fencing
Building Information
Subclass: Agriculture/Ranch Land
Property Information
Development Status: Unimproved Land
Horse Property: Possible
Ownership Type: Individual
Present Use: Orchard
Property Primary ID: 190970
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 14.33
Lot Description: Grade (Gently Sloped), Grade (Steep)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: SU
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Electricity (On Site)
Water Information
Water: Spring
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,760
Stories: —
Lot Size: 14.33 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2025
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07801121
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Boulder Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
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San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
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0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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