Straight out of a fairytale, this home is a masterpiece of architecture and design. Every corner inside holds a treasure curated from local antique shops and adventures abroad. Home chefs will delight in harvesting fresh fruits & veggies from mature plants and collecting eggs from the chicken coop. Meander through French doors from the kitchen onto a deck draped in wisteria, the perfect spot for dining al fresco. The entire second floor is dedicated to the serene bedroom, complete with custom built-ins and windows that frame breathtaking mountain view. The home features artistic nods to the moonrise from perfectly positioned windows. Detached storage sheds for your tools and crafts. Access is easy with a fully paved road and turnouts. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to embrace living with majestic mountain views that blend beautifully with nature.
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
2.9 acresLot Size
$486Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by MaryBeth McLaughlin•DRE #01466579• Room Real Estate
Bought with David Berry•DRE #02207427• eXp Realty of California Inc
A recently built straw bale house on approx 3 secluded, sunny acres surrounded by redwood forest. This solar-powered, "green home" has a second floor designed as a master suite including a half-bath. The bright downstairs area is an open design w/ living, dining, den, & kitchen areas & a full bath. Beautiful hand-plastered walls & bamboo hardwood flooring throughout. French doors lead to a trellis-covered, redwood deck & patio on one side of the house. Terraced landscaping provides ample space for gardens. The home is "off the grid" and has a propane-fueled backup generator and stove. Water is supplied from a deep private well; a water filtration and purification system is serviced by Pure Valley Water Company. Moonrise Road is a private driveway leading from Bear Creek Road to the property; it is paved except for about 1000 ft at the end of the driveway. This section of the road is scheduled to be paved before COE. Detached sheds provide ample storage space.
Public Records
Oct 16, 2006
Sold
$140,100
$82/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 11, 1991
Sold
$25,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,451 (+2.6%)
$440,728 + $217,345
$658,073
2025
$8,238 (+4.5%)
$440,728 + $217,345
$658,073
2024
$7,885 (+0.1%)
$423,614 + $208,905
$632,519
2023
$7,877 (+2.2%)
$423,614 + $208,905
$632,519
2022
$7,704 (+2.3%)
$415,308 + $204,809
$620,117
2021
$7,530 (+4.2%)
$407,164 + $200,793
$607,957
2020
$7,226 (+8.0%)
$399,181 + $196,856
$596,037
2019
$6,688 (+2.5%)
$395,088 + $194,838
$589,926
2018
$6,525 (+57.3%)
$387,341 + $191,017
$578,358
2017
$4,148 (+1.3%)
$182,743 + $165,937
$348,680
2016
$4,095 (+2.3%)
$182,743 + $165,937
$348,680
2015
$4,001 (+42.1%)
$179,160 + $162,683
$341,843
2014
$2,816 (+2.8%)
$153,012 + $79,700
$232,712
2013
$2,740 (+2.3%)
$153,012 + $79,700
$232,712
2012
$2,679 (+22.6%)
$152,320 + $74,154
$226,474
2011
$2,184 (+34.0%)
$149,333 + $44,166
$193,499
2010
$1,630
$146,405 + $43,300
$189,705
Tax history for 18010 Moonrise Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,451 (+2.6%)
$440,728 + $217,345
$658,073
2025
$8,238 (+4.5%)
$440,728 + $217,345
$658,073
2024
$7,885 (+0.1%)
$423,614 + $208,905
$632,519
2023
$7,877 (+2.2%)
$423,614 + $208,905
$632,519
2022
$7,704 (+2.3%)
$415,308 + $204,809
$620,117
2021
$7,530 (+4.2%)
$407,164 + $200,793
$607,957
2020
$7,226 (+8.0%)
$399,181 + $196,856
$596,037
2019
$6,688 (+2.5%)
$395,088 + $194,838
$589,926
2018
$6,525 (+57.3%)
$387,341 + $191,017
$578,358
2017
$4,148 (+1.3%)
$182,743 + $165,937
$348,680
2016
$4,095 (+2.3%)
$182,743 + $165,937
$348,680
2015
$4,001 (+42.1%)
$179,160 + $162,683
$341,843
2014
$2,816 (+2.8%)
$153,012 + $79,700
$232,712
2013
$2,740 (+2.3%)
$153,012 + $79,700
$232,712
2012
$2,679 (+22.6%)
$152,320 + $74,154
$226,474
2011
$2,184 (+34.0%)
$149,333 + $44,166
$193,499
2010
$1,630
$146,405 + $43,300
$189,705
*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
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
1,726
Year built
2013
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
08940125
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features (Additional): Uncovered Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Features: Full on Ground Floor
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Oven Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Information
No Formal Dining Room
Family Room Information
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Stove
Flooring Information
Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Office, Workshop
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Granite Countertop, Island
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Roof: Composition
Stories
Stories: 2
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 1,716
View
View: Mountains
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Wood Stove
Utility Information
Gas: Generator, Propane On Site, Public Utilities
Utilities: Propane, Public Utilities, Solar
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Location Information
MLS Area: Boulder Creek
Street Name: Moonrise
Street Number: 18010
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,726
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 2013
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 08940125
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 13, 2026
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K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Boulder Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi
9/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.6mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
8/10
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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
6 days above 93° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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17 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$793,000 – $959,000
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