Excellent value in fabulous location! Come see this charming 3 bed/2 bath Ben Lomond cabin in the sunlit redwoods near Highlands Park. This fantastic family home sits perched on a beautiful 1.57 acre redwood-studded parcel. Great floorplan with both rustic and modern finishes. Living room was divided to create third bedroom with good separation of space from other two bedrooms. Bonuses include mini-split AC/heater/dehumidifer in all bedrooms and living room, downstairs laundry room with storage area, and plenty of parking area for guests and RV. Lots of flat space for outdoor activities and entertaining in this quiet location perfectly situated between downtown Felton and Ben Lomond. Check with County for ADU potential. Note - some pictures have been virtually staged. Now is your chance to make this charming property your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
1.57 acresLot Size
$883Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ace Woods•DRE #02028183• Revest Homes, Inc.
Contact: 831-419-5852
Bought with Mario Desantis•DRE #02119587• Room Real Estate
Vintage mountain home has been lovingly cared for. Cozy 2 bed/2 bath with combined family/dining room. Kitchen counters and cabinets have been updated. Many windows bring the outside in. Huge lot is over 1.5 acres and has useable cleared area for extra parking/storage. Check with county for usage. Property is on SLV water. Original well still exists-needs repairs. Partial basement has storage. Perfect for first time home buyer or for a vacation home. Great neighborhood. Private. Open house Sat 4/18 1-4pm
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,366 (+4.0%)
$639,846 + $155,020
$794,866
2024
$9,966
$627,300 + $151,980
$779,280
2023
$9,973 (+39.0%)
$627,300 + $151,980
$779,280
2022
$7,177 (+2.6%)
$615,000 + $149,000
$764,000
2021
$6,992 (+6.8%)
$399,217 + $133,072
$532,289
2020
$6,549 (+5.0%)
$391,389 + $130,463
$521,852
2019
$6,235 (+1.8%)
$387,376 + $129,125
$516,501
2018
$6,125 (+3.2%)
$379,780 + $126,593
$506,373
2017
$5,936 (+1.1%)
$365,034 + $121,678
$486,712
2016
$5,869 (+361.4%)
$365,034 + $121,678
$486,712
2015
$1,272 (+1.0%)
$357,876 + $119,292
$477,168
2014
$1,259 (+0.5%)
$25,049 + $38,803
$63,852
2013
$1,253 (+1.3%)
$25,049 + $38,803
$63,852
2012
$1,237 (+1.3%)
$24,936 + $38,628
$63,564
2011
$1,221 (+0.9%)
$24,447 + $37,871
$62,318
2010
$1,211 (+0.3%)
$23,968 + $37,128
$61,096
2009
$1,207 (+1.3%)
$23,789 + $36,851
$60,640
2008
$1,191
$23,846 + $36,939
$60,785
Tax history for 870 Valley View Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,366 (+4.0%)
$639,846 + $155,020
$794,866
2024
$9,966
$627,300 + $151,980
$779,280
2023
$9,973 (+39.0%)
$627,300 + $151,980
$779,280
2022
$7,177 (+2.6%)
$615,000 + $149,000
$764,000
2021
$6,992 (+6.8%)
$399,217 + $133,072
$532,289
2020
$6,549 (+5.0%)
$391,389 + $130,463
$521,852
2019
$6,235 (+1.8%)
$387,376 + $129,125
$516,501
2018
$6,125 (+3.2%)
$379,780 + $126,593
$506,373
2017
$5,936 (+1.1%)
$365,034 + $121,678
$486,712
2016
$5,869 (+361.4%)
$365,034 + $121,678
$486,712
2015
$1,272 (+1.0%)
$357,876 + $119,292
$477,168
2014
$1,259 (+0.5%)
$25,049 + $38,803
$63,852
2013
$1,253 (+1.3%)
$25,049 + $38,803
$63,852
2012
$1,237 (+1.3%)
$24,936 + $38,628
$63,564
2011
$1,221 (+0.9%)
$24,447 + $37,871
$62,318
2010
$1,211 (+0.3%)
$23,968 + $37,128
$61,096
2009
$1,207 (+1.3%)
$23,789 + $36,851
$60,640
2008
$1,191
$23,846 + $36,939
$60,785
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.57 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
979
Year built
1957
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07238111
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Description: Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Family Room, Formal Dining Room
Interior Features
Laundry: In Utility Room
Flooring: Vinyl/Linoleum
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Window/Wall Unit
Heating: Heat Pump, Individual Room Controls
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Flat/Low Pitch, Shingle
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Combination
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 898
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 503672
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.575
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-1AC
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
High School: San Lorenzo Valley High School
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 979
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.57 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07238111
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
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 • 1.0mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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
0.15% 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$754,000 – $912,000
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