Fall in love with this darling cottage brimming with character and charm. Recent improvements include energy-efficient mini splits, dual-pane windows, and a refreshed kitchen with a sunny dining nook just right for morning coffee or quiet moments. The home offers 1 bedroom plus a flexible bonus room, perfect for a home office or creative space. Step outside to your peaceful retreat, complete with fruit trees, blooming roses, and plenty of sunny garden space to grow, relax, and enjoy. A detached art studio or guest space adds extra versatility, along with a separate garage. The property is fully fenced for privacy and has plenty of parking. Ideally located in the heart of the San Lorenzo Valley, you're close to local cafes, trails for hiking and biking, mountain views, and abundant wildlife. One of the best values in sought-after Ben Lomond. What a special second home to escape or stop renting and make this private haven your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1931Year Built
4,400 sq ftLot Size
$944Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christine Clayton•DRE #01407021• Anderson Christie, Inc.
Listed by Danielle Scott•DRE #02009126• Anderson Christie, Inc.
Contact: 831-588-8078
Bought with Carole Rodinsky•DRE #00640681• Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors
Bought with Christopher Charman•DRE #01878021• Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors
Fall in love with this darling cottage brimming with character and charm. Recent improvements include energy-efficient mini splits, dual-pane windows, and a refreshed kitchen with a sunny dining nook just right for morning coffee or quiet moments. The home offers 1 bedroom plus a flexible bonus room, perfect for a home office or creative space. Step outside to your peaceful retreat, complete with fruit trees, blooming roses, and plenty of sunny garden space to grow, relax, and enjoy. A detached art studio or guest space adds extra versatility, along with a separate garage. The property is fully fenced for privacy and has plenty of parking. Ideally located in the heart of the San Lorenzo Valley, you're close to local cafes, trails for hiking and biking, mountain views, and abundant wildlife. One of the best values in sought-after Ben Lomond. What a special second home to escape or stop renting and make this private haven your own!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82004405
May 23, 2025
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML81929276
Jun 26, 2023
Sold
$730,000
$976/sq ft
May 30, 2023
Pending
—
May 23, 2023
Listed
$729,000
$975/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81635133
Mar 22, 2017
Sold
$367,679
$492/sq ft
Jan 27, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 10, 2017
Listed
$397,500
$531/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 8, 2005
Sold
$440,000
$588/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80507626
Apr 8, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 8, 2005
Sold
$440,000
$588/sq ft
Feb 27, 2005
Sold
$440,000
$588/sq ft
Feb 16, 2005
Listed
$450,000
$602/sq ft
MLSListings #ML89915064
May 20, 1999
Sold
$168,000
$225/sq ft
Apr 16, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Apr 10, 1999
Listed
$165,000
$221/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 30, 1981
Sold
$72,500
$97/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 18, 1977
Sold
$40,000
$53/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 1973
Sold
$9,500
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,266 (+33.1%)
$592,404 + $167,088
$759,492
2024
$6,959 (+34.2%)
$580,788 + $163,812
$744,600
2023
$5,186 (+2.4%)
$580,788 + $163,812
$744,600
2022
$5,062 (+3.5%)
$246,091 + $164,062
$410,153
2021
$4,888 (+3.9%)
$241,266 + $160,845
$402,111
2020
$4,703 (+5.4%)
$236,535 + $157,691
$394,226
2019
$4,463 (+1.9%)
$234,110 + $156,074
$390,184
2018
$4,380 (−0.3%)
$229,520 + $153,014
$382,534
2017
$4,394 (−13.8%)
$412,561 + $115,902
$528,463
2016
$5,098 (+11.3%)
$412,561 + $115,902
$528,463
2015
$4,582 (+21.8%)
$345,996 + $97,200
$443,196
2014
$3,762 (+19.3%)
$253,421 + $71,194
$324,615
2013
$3,154 (+6.0%)
$253,421 + $71,194
$324,615
2012
$2,975 (−2.9%)
$211,184 + $59,328
$270,512
2011
$3,063 (−9.2%)
$199,230 + $55,970
$255,200
2010
$3,372 (−9.5%)
$206,100 + $57,900
$264,000
2009
$3,727 (−17.4%)
$230,145 + $64,655
$294,800
2008
$4,513
$257,625 + $72,375
$330,000
Tax history for 8494 Glen Arbor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,266 (+33.1%)
$592,404 + $167,088
$759,492
2024
$6,959 (+34.2%)
$580,788 + $163,812
$744,600
2023
$5,186 (+2.4%)
$580,788 + $163,812
$744,600
2022
$5,062 (+3.5%)
$246,091 + $164,062
$410,153
2021
$4,888 (+3.9%)
$241,266 + $160,845
$402,111
2020
$4,703 (+5.4%)
$236,535 + $157,691
$394,226
2019
$4,463 (+1.9%)
$234,110 + $156,074
$390,184
2018
$4,380 (−0.3%)
$229,520 + $153,014
$382,534
2017
$4,394 (−13.8%)
$412,561 + $115,902
$528,463
2016
$5,098 (+11.3%)
$412,561 + $115,902
$528,463
2015
$4,582 (+21.8%)
$345,996 + $97,200
$443,196
2014
$3,762 (+19.3%)
$253,421 + $71,194
$324,615
2013
$3,154 (+6.0%)
$253,421 + $71,194
$324,615
2012
$2,975 (−2.9%)
$211,184 + $59,328
$270,512
2011
$3,063 (−9.2%)
$199,230 + $55,970
$255,200
2010
$3,372 (−9.5%)
$206,100 + $57,900
$264,000
2009
$3,727 (−17.4%)
$230,145 + $64,655
$294,800
2008
$4,513
$257,625 + $72,375
$330,000
*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
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
597
Year built
1931
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07207806
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Detached
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathroom Description: Shower Over Tub
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: In Garage
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Window/Wall Unit
Heating: Wall Furnace
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced, Wood
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Barbecue Area, Fenced
Building Information
Style: Cottage
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Post & Pier, Raised
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 748
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 228338
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.101
Lot Description: Grade (Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-15
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Double Pane Windows
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
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.: 597
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1931
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07207806
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
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Climate risks
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
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
$671,000 – $812,000
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