Welcome to 8525 Glen Arbor Road a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Ben Lomond. This charming property offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and mountain living with approximately 1,000 sq. ft. of inviting space plus a spacious 1-car attached garage. Step inside to find refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and bathroom, and modern lighting, hardware, and fixtures throughout. The light-filled living areas create an open, welcoming atmosphere ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Outside, enjoy the sunny, private backyard-perfect for gardening, hosting gatherings, or simply soaking in the fresh mountain air. With multiple patios and plenty of usable space, the setting feels peaceful and secluded while offering room to grow. Located in a highly sought after location, this property combines a close-in country feel with the conveniences of natural gas and city water. Just minutes from town, schools, and local amenities, its an ideal blend of tranquility and accessibility. Experience the Santa Cruz Mountains lifestyle at its best-a serene retreat with beautiful updates, thoughtful details, and incredible potential.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$782Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Daniel Oster•DRE #01381869• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 831-252-5000
Bought with Alison Van Riper•DRE #02108421• eXp Realty of California Inc
Welcome to 8525 Glen Arbor Road a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Ben Lomond. This charming property offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and mountain living with approximately 1,000 sq. ft. of inviting space plus a spacious 1-car attached garage. Step inside to find refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and bathroom, and modern lighting, hardware, and fixtures throughout. The light-filled living areas create an open, welcoming atmosphere ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Outside, enjoy the sunny, private backyard-perfect for gardening, hosting gatherings, or simply soaking in the fresh mountain air. With multiple patios and plenty of usable space, the setting feels peaceful and secluded while offering room to grow. Located in a highly sought after location, this property combines a close-in country feel with the conveniences of natural gas and city water. Just minutes from town, schools, and local amenities, its an ideal blend of tranquility and accessibility. Experience the Santa Cruz Mountains lifestyle at its best-a serene retreat with beautiful updates, thoughtful details, and incredible potential.
MLSListings #ML80842230
Nov 17, 2009
Sold
$322,000
$322/sq ft
Aug 22, 2009
Pending
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May 20, 2009
Listing Removed
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May 9, 2009
Price Changed
$325,000
$325/sq ft
May 9, 2009
Contingent
—
May 4, 2009
Price Changed
$318,000
$318/sq ft
May 4, 2009
Relisted
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Feb 6, 2009
Contingent
—
Jan 30, 2009
Price Changed
$300,000
$300/sq ft
Jan 23, 2009
Price Changed
$350,000
$350/sq ft
Jan 9, 2009
Price Changed
$369,000
$369/sq ft
Dec 5, 2008
Price Changed
$450,000
$450/sq ft
Dec 5, 2008
Price Changed
$479,000
$479/sq ft
Oct 27, 2008
Listed
$499,000
$499/sq ft
Oct 27, 2008
Listed
$325,000
$325/sq ft
+4
Park-like back yard with a pond, lawn, fruit trees and decks to enjoy beautiful sunsets. House has great upgrades with granite counters, wood floors etc. Easy siding and well maintained all around. Not a drive by.
Public Records
Jul 25, 1996
Sold
$180,000
$180/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 7, 1991
Sold
$163,000
$163/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 12, 1977
Sold
$61,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,326 (+5.1%)
$249,388 + $166,258
$415,646
2024
$5,067
$244,498 + $162,998
$407,496
2023
$5,062 (+2.5%)
$244,498 + $162,998
$407,496
2022
$4,941 (+3.6%)
$239,704 + $159,802
$399,506
2021
$4,769 (+3.9%)
$235,004 + $156,669
$391,673
2020
$4,588 (+5.4%)
$230,396 + $153,597
$383,993
2019
$4,355 (+1.9%)
$228,033 + $152,022
$380,055
2018
$4,274 (+1.6%)
$223,562 + $149,041
$372,603
2017
$4,208 (+1.2%)
$214,880 + $143,254
$358,134
2016
$4,159 (+2.3%)
$214,880 + $143,254
$358,134
2015
$4,067 (+1.7%)
$210,667 + $140,445
$351,112
2014
$4,000 (+16.0%)
$203,438 + $135,625
$339,063
2013
$3,449 (+5.9%)
$203,438 + $135,625
$339,063
2012
$3,257 (−4.9%)
$174,073 + $116,049
$290,122
2011
$3,424 (−8.6%)
$164,220 + $109,480
$273,700
2010
$3,745 (+39.0%)
$173,880 + $115,920
$289,800
2009
$2,694 (+2.3%)
$193,200 + $128,800
$322,000
2008
$2,633
$126,477 + $101,181
$227,658
Tax history for 8525 Glen Arbor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,326 (+5.1%)
$249,388 + $166,258
$415,646
2024
$5,067
$244,498 + $162,998
$407,496
2023
$5,062 (+2.5%)
$244,498 + $162,998
$407,496
2022
$4,941 (+3.6%)
$239,704 + $159,802
$399,506
2021
$4,769 (+3.9%)
$235,004 + $156,669
$391,673
2020
$4,588 (+5.4%)
$230,396 + $153,597
$383,993
2019
$4,355 (+1.9%)
$228,033 + $152,022
$380,055
2018
$4,274 (+1.6%)
$223,562 + $149,041
$372,603
2017
$4,208 (+1.2%)
$214,880 + $143,254
$358,134
2016
$4,159 (+2.3%)
$214,880 + $143,254
$358,134
2015
$4,067 (+1.7%)
$210,667 + $140,445
$351,112
2014
$4,000 (+16.0%)
$203,438 + $135,625
$339,063
2013
$3,449 (+5.9%)
$203,438 + $135,625
$339,063
2012
$3,257 (−4.9%)
$174,073 + $116,049
$290,122
2011
$3,424 (−8.6%)
$164,220 + $109,480
$273,700
2010
$3,745 (+39.0%)
$173,880 + $115,920
$289,800
2009
$2,694 (+2.3%)
$193,200 + $128,800
$322,000
2008
$2,633
$126,477 + $101,181
$227,658
*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
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,000
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07207606
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,000
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 389525
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.17
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
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
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.: 1,000
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07207606
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 • 1.1mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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
$744,000 – $900,000
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