In a world of enchantment, this charming residence is embraced by majestic redwoods, casting a magical glow through skylights and rustic wood accents. Step into the kitchen, a delightful haven with a lovely island breakfast bar, perfect for hosting gatherings. The dining area beckons, or the glass doors in the kitchen open to a wrap-around deck, inviting you to enjoy alfresco meals. The living room is a cozy sanctuary with a propane artificial log stove, promising snug nights and lively game evenings. Outside, the generous lot, hugged by a new redwood fence, unveils a wonderland of possibilities. A sizable yard with a gazebo, a detached garage, a spacious driveway, and a gardening shed invites green thumbs to sprinkle their magic and make nature flourish. Embark on delightful journeys along flat and uphill trails, where nature reveals its secrets. With easy access to historic Hwy 9, leading to Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz, and Saratoga, this retreat is a gateway to adventure!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
7,623 sq ftLot Size
$604Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The The Madani Team•DRE #70010074• Room Real Estate
Contact: 831-234-6683
Bought with Mack Hesson•DRE #02132434• eXp Realty of California Inc
CUTE HOME WITH PRIVACY! NEW OUTSIDE PAINT, ALL NEW WOOD FLOORING, NEW COOK TOP AND OVEN. TONS OF LEVEL YARD SPACE WITH SEPARATE FENCED IN AREA FOR KIDS OR GARDEN. EXTRA STORAGE IN BACK. THIS HOME ALSO COMES WITH A ONE CAR GARAGE. PERFECT HOME FOR THAT FIRST TIME HOME BUYER. PERFECT FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE PETS AND KIDS ENTIRE LOT IS FENCED FOR PRIVACY. A MUST SEE! MORE PHOTOS COMING SOON
MLSListings #ML80947373
Nov 30, 2009
Sold
$310,000
$299/sq ft
Oct 16, 2009
Pending
—
Oct 3, 2009
Listed
$349,000
$336/sq ft
+4
Attractive home located on a sunny, level lot. New roof, new windows, new foundation and new wiring. The property is fully fenced and has a garage/workshop, gazebo and storage shed. Not a REO or short sale! Plenty of space for a garden.
MLSListings #1
Dec 4, 2006
Price Changed
$465,000
$448/sq ft
Oct 24, 2006
Price Changed
$459,000
$442/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 20, 1979
Sold
$12,000
$12/sq ft
Public Records
May 26, 1978
Sold
$48,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1977
Sold
$36,000
$35/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 19, 1969
Sold
$10,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,514 (+4.4%)
$484,092 + $207,468
$691,560
2024
$8,152 (+31.1%)
$474,600 + $203,400
$678,000
2023
$6,219 (+2.4%)
$474,600 + $203,400
$678,000
2022
$6,071 (+3.1%)
$348,114 + $149,192
$497,306
2021
$5,890 (+4.0%)
$341,288 + $146,266
$487,554
2020
$5,665 (+5.4%)
$334,596 + $143,398
$477,994
2019
$5,375 (+1.9%)
$331,165 + $141,928
$473,093
2018
$5,273 (+1.6%)
$324,672 + $139,145
$463,817
2017
$5,191 (+1.9%)
$312,065 + $133,742
$445,807
2016
$5,095 (+30.3%)
$312,065 + $133,742
$445,807
2015
$3,911 (+1.7%)
$305,946 + $131,120
$437,066
2014
$3,847 (+15.9%)
$195,860 + $130,572
$326,432
2013
$3,318 (+5.9%)
$195,860 + $130,572
$326,432
2012
$3,132 (−4.9%)
$167,586 + $111,724
$279,310
2011
$3,294 (−8.6%)
$158,100 + $105,400
$263,500
2010
$3,603 (+139.5%)
$167,400 + $111,600
$279,000
2009
$1,504 (+2.3%)
$186,000 + $124,000
$310,000
2008
$1,471
$51,727 + $74,075
$125,802
Tax history for 815 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,514 (+4.4%)
$484,092 + $207,468
$691,560
2024
$8,152 (+31.1%)
$474,600 + $203,400
$678,000
2023
$6,219 (+2.4%)
$474,600 + $203,400
$678,000
2022
$6,071 (+3.1%)
$348,114 + $149,192
$497,306
2021
$5,890 (+4.0%)
$341,288 + $146,266
$487,554
2020
$5,665 (+5.4%)
$334,596 + $143,398
$477,994
2019
$5,375 (+1.9%)
$331,165 + $141,928
$473,093
2018
$5,273 (+1.6%)
$324,672 + $139,145
$463,817
2017
$5,191 (+1.9%)
$312,065 + $133,742
$445,807
2016
$5,095 (+30.3%)
$312,065 + $133,742
$445,807
2015
$3,911 (+1.7%)
$305,946 + $131,120
$437,066
2014
$3,847 (+15.9%)
$195,860 + $130,572
$326,432
2013
$3,318 (+5.9%)
$195,860 + $130,572
$326,432
2012
$3,132 (−4.9%)
$167,586 + $111,724
$279,310
2011
$3,294 (−8.6%)
$158,100 + $105,400
$263,500
2010
$3,603 (+139.5%)
$167,400 + $111,600
$279,000
2009
$1,504 (+2.3%)
$186,000 + $124,000
$310,000
2008
$1,471
$51,727 + $74,075
$125,802
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,623 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,062
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
08513108
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Detached
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Stall Shower
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
Fireplace Description: Free-Standing, In Living Room
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Fireplace, Wall Furnace
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Storage Shed/Structure
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Post & Pier
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,038
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 505671
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.175
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: San Lorenzo Valley Elementary
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Middle School: San Lorenzo Valley Middle
High School: San Lorenzo Valley High School
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Location Information
From Boulder Creek, head west on Middleton Ave toward Central Ave, turn right onto CA-9 N/Central Ave, slight left onto Pleasant Way, and then turn right onto River Dr. 815 River Rd will be on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,062
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,623 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 08513108
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Boulder Creek Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
9/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.3mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.4mi
8/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 94° expected this year, 16 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
$596,000 – $721,000
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