"THE WATERFALL HOUSE" LUXURIOUS, ELEGANT CREEKSIDE ESTATE, EVERYTHING BRAND NEW, MULTIPLE PERMITS, SOLIDLY CONSTRUCTED, AESTHETICALLY AND ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE HOME WITH THE BEST OF APPLIANCES, HARDWOODS, FIXTURES, ETC. EVERY WINDOW DISPLAYS A NATURAL WONDERLAND. DETACHED 360SF OFFICE/DEN/STUDY. ORNATE, LIGHTED FOOTBRIDGE OVER CREEK TO FLAT, LIGHTED PICNIC AREA & HIKING TRAILS ACCESSING 4.2 AC.
Single-familyProperty Type
2011Year Built
4.14 acresLot Size
$657Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Steve Noren•DRE #00519509• Thunderbird Real Estate
SITS ON 4 BEAUTIFUL ACRES-VERY PRIVATE CREEKSIDE SETTING YET CLOSE TO TOWN UPSTAIRS UNIT IS 3/1 DOWNSTAIRS IS TWO SEPERATE 1/1 UNITS. THERE IS A DETACHED GUEST CABIN-EVEN A DETACHED LAUNDRY COTTAGE W/ BATHROOM-POSITIVE CASH FLOW!!
MLSListings #ML80248529
Jan 2, 2003
Sold
$470,000
$220/sq ft
Dec 30, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Sep 10, 2002
Listed
$499,000
$234/sq ft
MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION! MUST SELL NOW! UNIQUE HOME ON 4 BEAUTIFUL ACRES VERY PRVT CREEKSIDE SETTING YET CLOSE TO TOWN. UPSTAIRS IS 3/1 DOWNSTAIRS IS TWO SEPERATE 1/1 UNITS. THERE IS A DETACHED GUEST CABIN. EVEN A DETACHED
Public Records
Sep 14, 1999
Sold
$205,000
$96/sq ft
MLSListings #ML89832299
Jan 30, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jul 24, 1998
Sold
$199,000
$93/sq ft
Jul 20, 1998
Listed
$199,000
$93/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1998
Sold
$55,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,942 (+4.3%)
$339,874 + $479,026
$818,900
2024
$9,533
$333,210 + $469,633
$802,843
2023
$9,541 (+2.4%)
$333,210 + $469,633
$802,843
2022
$9,317 (+2.2%)
$326,677 + $460,425
$787,102
2021
$9,114 (+4.1%)
$320,271 + $451,397
$771,668
2020
$8,759 (+5.5%)
$313,991 + $442,546
$756,537
2019
$8,300 (+2.0%)
$310,772 + $438,008
$748,780
2018
$8,141 (+1.6%)
$304,678 + $429,420
$734,098
2017
$8,012 (+1.2%)
$292,848 + $412,745
$705,593
2016
$7,915 (+1.7%)
$292,848 + $412,745
$705,593
2015
$7,782 (+1.7%)
$287,106 + $404,652
$691,758
2014
$7,652 (+1.1%)
$277,253 + $390,766
$668,019
2013
$7,569 (+1,849.3%)
$277,253 + $390,766
$668,019
2012
$388 (+1.7%)
$276,000 + $389,000
$665,000
2011
$382 (−87.3%)
$25,500
2010
$3,009 (−13.4%)
$25,000
2009
$3,473 (−33.4%)
$153,000 + $102,000
$255,000
2008
$5,211
$180,000 + $120,000
$300,000
Tax history for 435 HUBBARD GULCH Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,942 (+4.3%)
$339,874 + $479,026
$818,900
2024
$9,533
$333,210 + $469,633
$802,843
2023
$9,541 (+2.4%)
$333,210 + $469,633
$802,843
2022
$9,317 (+2.2%)
$326,677 + $460,425
$787,102
2021
$9,114 (+4.1%)
$320,271 + $451,397
$771,668
2020
$8,759 (+5.5%)
$313,991 + $442,546
$756,537
2019
$8,300 (+2.0%)
$310,772 + $438,008
$748,780
2018
$8,141 (+1.6%)
$304,678 + $429,420
$734,098
2017
$8,012 (+1.2%)
$292,848 + $412,745
$705,593
2016
$7,915 (+1.7%)
$292,848 + $412,745
$705,593
2015
$7,782 (+1.7%)
$287,106 + $404,652
$691,758
2014
$7,652 (+1.1%)
$277,253 + $390,766
$668,019
2013
$7,569 (+1,849.3%)
$277,253 + $390,766
$668,019
2012
$388 (+1.7%)
$276,000 + $389,000
$665,000
2011
$382 (−87.3%)
$25,500
2010
$3,009 (−13.4%)
$25,000
2009
$3,473 (−33.4%)
$153,000 + $102,000
$255,000
2008
$5,211
$180,000 + $120,000
$300,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.14 Acres
Year renovated
2011
Sq. Ft.
2,164
Year built
1920
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07810103
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RA
Residential Agricultural District
To provide areas of residential use where development is limited to a range of non-urban densities of single-family dwellings in areas outside the urban services line and rural services line; on lands suitable for development with adequate water, septic system suitability, vehicular access, and fire protection; with adequate protection of natural resources; with adequate protection from natural hazards; and where small-scale commercial agriculture, such as animal-keeping, truck farming and specialty crops, can take place in conjunction with the primary use of the property as residential.
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat, Ground Floor Bedroom, Inverted Floor Plan
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Minimum): 3
# of Baths (Maximum): 3
Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, Utility Room, Den/Study/Office, Artist Studio, Wine Cellar/Storage, Storage
Family Room Description: No Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room, Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen
Kitchen Description: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven (Self Cleaning), Oven Range (Built-In), 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups (Gas)
Interior Features
Laundry: In Laundry Room, Hookup (Gas Dryer), 220 Volt Outlet
Flooring: Carpet (Area), Slate, Tile, Hardwood
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Fireplace Available
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Gas (Propane), Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Mountains, Canyon, Local/Neighborhood
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Patio(s), Barbecue Area, Deck
Building Information
Style: Contemporary
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Exterior: Stucco
Concrete Perimeter, Foundation Pillars
Building Height (Minimum): 2
Building Height (Maximum): 2
Property Features
Amenities: Double Pane Windows(s)
Communication: Cable TV Available
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,136
Security Features: Fire Alarm
Property Information
Level (Street/Main): Bedroom(s)
Property Primary ID: 212905
Lot Information
Lot Description: Grade (Sloped Down)
Lot Location: River/Stream/Lake, Waterfront
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Walls Insulated, Insulation (Floor), Caulked/Sealed, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star Windows/ Doors, Insulated Water Heater, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Weather Stripped Door(s), Double Pane Windows
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Water Information
Water: Water Treatment System, Heater (Gas), Storage Tank, Other (See Remarks)
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: San Lorenzo Valley Elementary
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Middle School: San Lorenzo Valley High School
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Location Information
TAKE HWY 9 TO BEN LOMOND. JUST PAST TOWN AND JUST BEFORE ALBA RD(GOING NORTH)ON LEFT, MAKE A LEFT ON TO HUBBARD GULCH RD. FOLLOW HUBBARD GULCH RD. PAST THE MAIL BOXES TO 435, FIRST MAJOR HOME ON THE LEFT, CREEK SIDE.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,164
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.14 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07810103
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Boulder Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 92° expected this year, 17 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$1.33M – $1.62M
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