Escape to this Charming Storybook Cottage! This knotty pine home makes you feel like you are on vacation. Unwind with the gas fireplace. Entertain friends and family on the spacious freshly painted deck. The separate light filled unit with second full bath and laundry area offers versatility as an artist studio, meditation, yoga or hosting overnight guests. Enjoy the recreational facilities and scenic natural surroundings within the Forest Lakes community, conveniently located near restaurants, shops, state parks, UCSC and beaches!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$1,108Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Robin Garcia•DRE #01790337• David Lyng Real Estate
Contact: 831-333-6132
Bought with Teresa Huntley•DRE #02124996• David Lyng Real Estate
Soulful Forest Lakes cottage full of timeless character on storybook 4/10ths ac. Vacation everyday while waking to private views of the forest from this romantic knotty pine home. Stay toasty & warm with the FA gas furnace, dual pane windows (storm windows in LR preserve vintage look) & gas fireplace insert. Multiple skylites & original hardwood floors accent the spacious LR while a huge deck & flagstone patio extend the living space to the outdoors. The light filled 460 sf studio offers a private deck in back, french doors in front, the 2nd full bth, skylights, gas wall heater, laundry, & plenty of closet space. You'll find this well lighted, versatile space perfect for arts/crafts, yoga/meditation, family activities & overnight guests. Enjoy lazy summer days lounging by the lake & easy access to Henry Cowell State Park & town of Felton. New furnace 2011, new septic 2010, spacious storage room. Community recreational facilities, roads/water managed by Forest Lakes Mutual Water Co.
Public Records
Jul 20, 1987
Sold
$93,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
May 10, 1976
Sold
$29,000
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 26, 1973
Sold
$18,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,868 (+25.3%)
$544,000 + $181,000
$725,000
2024
$7,078
$443,388 + $142,174
$585,562
2023
$7,079 (+2.4%)
$443,388 + $142,174
$585,562
2022
$6,912 (+2.8%)
$434,694 + $139,386
$574,080
2021
$6,725 (+4.0%)
$426,171 + $136,653
$562,824
2020
$6,467 (+231.4%)
$417,815 + $133,974
$551,789
2019
$1,951 (+1.8%)
$413,530 + $132,600
$546,130
2018
$1,916 (+1.5%)
$94,376 + $65,209
$159,585
2017
$1,888 (+1.2%)
$90,711 + $62,677
$153,388
2016
$1,865 (+3.8%)
$90,711 + $62,677
$153,388
2015
$1,797 (+1.6%)
$88,932 + $61,448
$150,380
2014
$1,768 (+0.7%)
$85,880 + $59,339
$145,219
2013
$1,757 (+2.1%)
$85,880 + $59,339
$145,219
2012
$1,720 (+2.1%)
$85,492 + $59,071
$144,563
2011
$1,684 (+1.5%)
$83,816 + $57,913
$141,729
2010
$1,659 (+0.5%)
$82,173 + $56,777
$138,950
2009
$1,650 (+2.3%)
$81,559 + $56,353
$137,912
2008
$1,613
$81,753 + $56,487
$138,240
Tax history for 200 Madrona Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,868 (+25.3%)
$544,000 + $181,000
$725,000
2024
$7,078
$443,388 + $142,174
$585,562
2023
$7,079 (+2.4%)
$443,388 + $142,174
$585,562
2022
$6,912 (+2.8%)
$434,694 + $139,386
$574,080
2021
$6,725 (+4.0%)
$426,171 + $136,653
$562,824
2020
$6,467 (+231.4%)
$417,815 + $133,974
$551,789
2019
$1,951 (+1.8%)
$413,530 + $132,600
$546,130
2018
$1,916 (+1.5%)
$94,376 + $65,209
$159,585
2017
$1,888 (+1.2%)
$90,711 + $62,677
$153,388
2016
$1,865 (+3.8%)
$90,711 + $62,677
$153,388
2015
$1,797 (+1.6%)
$88,932 + $61,448
$150,380
2014
$1,768 (+0.7%)
$85,880 + $59,339
$145,219
2013
$1,757 (+2.1%)
$85,880 + $59,339
$145,219
2012
$1,720 (+2.1%)
$85,492 + $59,071
$144,563
2011
$1,684 (+1.5%)
$83,816 + $57,913
$141,729
2010
$1,659 (+0.5%)
$82,173 + $56,777
$138,950
2009
$1,650 (+2.3%)
$81,559 + $56,353
$137,912
2008
$1,613
$81,753 + $56,487
$138,240
*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
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,698
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
06412119
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
Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 1
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 1
Bedrooms: Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, Laundry Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Location Information
Directions: Madrona is a one way street. Check parking area below before going down driveway - 3 cars allows for turn around...more & you'll have to back up driveway. There is a turn out space at the top across from driveway, you can also park there if available.
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,698
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 06412119
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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
6/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$756,000 – $915,000
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