New paved road going to the home. Private country living in Ben Lomond! Come see this beautiful cottage nestled amongst the redwoods, near one of the oldest small towns in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Situated on an acre at the end of Taylor Rd. , you have the opportunity to exclusively enjoy the uninterrupted tranquility and serenity of the woods. With nature right out your door and the convenience of Ben Lomond Center just minutes away, this spot is a must for those desiring peaceful privacy with the amenities of town close by. The cabin is cozy and bright with many windows and woodstove, hardwood flooring and Saltillo pavers add to the charm. Interior upgrades include cabinets, granite countertops and stoves. The deck is perfect for outdoor entertaining all year round. Come by and see what an acre of mountain bliss can do for you!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
1.01 acresLot Size
$643Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Paul Locatelli•DRE #01348436• eXp Realty of California Inc
Contact: 831-750-9795
Bought with Guadalupe Silva•DRE #01298641• Guadalupe M Silva, Broker
ENJOY 1 BEAUTIFUL ACRE OF TRANQUILITY IN THE REDWOODS * FRESHLY PAINTED * MOVE-IN CONDITION! 2 MINUTES TO BEN LOMAND CENTER YET A WORLD AWAY!AT TOP OF TAYLOR RD . .. NO TRAFFIC!!COLORFUL SPANISH PAVERS IN KITCH * NEW DUAL PANE SLIDER & MOST
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,707 (+4.8%)
$464,800 + $78,743
$543,543
2024
$6,401
$455,686 + $77,199
$532,885
2023
$6,398 (+2.5%)
$455,686 + $77,199
$532,885
2022
$6,245 (+3.0%)
$446,751 + $75,685
$522,436
2021
$6,062 (+3.7%)
$437,991 + $74,201
$512,192
2020
$5,845 (+10.7%)
$429,403 + $72,746
$502,149
2019
$5,279 (+1.9%)
$425,000 + $72,000
$497,000
2018
$5,179 (+1.6%)
$318,641 + $138,927
$457,568
2017
$5,099 (+1.4%)
$306,267 + $133,532
$439,799
2016
$5,027 (+11.1%)
$306,267 + $133,532
$439,799
2015
$4,525 (+21.3%)
$299,575 + $130,614
$430,189
2014
$3,729 (+18.8%)
$219,420 + $95,667
$315,087
2013
$3,139 (+5.9%)
$219,420 + $95,667
$315,087
2012
$2,964 (−11.6%)
$182,850 + $79,723
$262,573
2011
$3,352 (−16.8%)
$172,500 + $75,210
$247,710
2010
$4,027 (−4.8%)
$197,500 + $86,110
$283,610
2009
$4,230 (−2.4%)
$242,500 + $105,730
$348,230
2008
$4,334
$262,500 + $114,450
$376,950
Tax history for 205 Taylor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,707 (+4.8%)
$464,800 + $78,743
$543,543
2024
$6,401
$455,686 + $77,199
$532,885
2023
$6,398 (+2.5%)
$455,686 + $77,199
$532,885
2022
$6,245 (+3.0%)
$446,751 + $75,685
$522,436
2021
$6,062 (+3.7%)
$437,991 + $74,201
$512,192
2020
$5,845 (+10.7%)
$429,403 + $72,746
$502,149
2019
$5,279 (+1.9%)
$425,000 + $72,000
$497,000
2018
$5,179 (+1.6%)
$318,641 + $138,927
$457,568
2017
$5,099 (+1.4%)
$306,267 + $133,532
$439,799
2016
$5,027 (+11.1%)
$306,267 + $133,532
$439,799
2015
$4,525 (+21.3%)
$299,575 + $130,614
$430,189
2014
$3,729 (+18.8%)
$219,420 + $95,667
$315,087
2013
$3,139 (+5.9%)
$219,420 + $95,667
$315,087
2012
$2,964 (−11.6%)
$182,850 + $79,723
$262,573
2011
$3,352 (−16.8%)
$172,500 + $75,210
$247,710
2010
$4,027 (−4.8%)
$197,500 + $86,110
$283,610
2009
$4,230 (−2.4%)
$242,500 + $105,730
$348,230
2008
$4,334
$262,500 + $114,450
$376,950
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.01 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
928
Year built
1953
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07701116
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Description: No Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 1
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 1
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area in Family Room
Interior Features
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V)
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Stove
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Gas
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Post & Pier
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 928
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 262772
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.014
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-1AC
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 928
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07701116
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
17 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$567,000 – $686,000
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