You will love this Magical Setting! 17 yr new Well Constructed Eco Green built home. Once the bustling Logging town of Laurel, with the historic train tunnel still standing. 3 roads to access this property & home is located . 5 miles from HWY17.The gorgeous Chef's kitchen is the heart of the home. Featuring granite, stainless appliances & maple floors throughout. French doors off of the living area invite the outdoors in while welcoming flow of living space for friends and family to gather. The spacious master ensuite is upstairs with private veranda overlooking the beautiful redwood setting. Bonus office space above 2car oversized garage w/ comcast wifi. The unique insulation of concrete forms welcome care-free living and efficiency. Easy access to outdoor living spaces. Hiking/biking trails abound from your front door. Served by Award winning Scotts Valley schools. Easy access to LG, Scotts Valley and Santa Cruz beaches. One thing for certain, this is the best value in the area! A HIDDEN GEM!
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
2.02 acresLot Size
$647Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jeanette MacDonald•DRE #01230974• California Real Estate
Contact: 408-348-1915
Bought with Danielle Scott•DRE #02009126• Donner Land & Homes, Inc.
Beautiful custom built "Eco Green" home with many upgrades throughout. Solid Maple hardwood floors, chefs kitchen at heart of the home with granite counters, stainless appliances, wrap around covered porch with French doors, situated on a tranquil serene setting located just minutes to Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz Beaches. Seasonal creek, live amongst the redwoods. Hiking and mountain biking trails abound. 2car oversized garage, with secret office/artist studio above. Insulation, building style and materials make this home low maintenance... Private, quiet and peaceful, minutes away from the hustle and bustle...
MLSListings #ML81134015
Mar 29, 2012
Sold
$510,000
$283/sq ft
Feb 2, 2012
Price Changed
$510,000
$283/sq ft
Feb 2, 2012
Pending
—
Jan 18, 2012
Price Changed
$520,000
$289/sq ft
Jan 18, 2012
Relisted
—
Oct 26, 2011
Price Changed
$510,000
$283/sq ft
Aug 18, 2011
Pending
—
Aug 3, 2011
Listed
$530,000
$294/sq ft
+9
Beautiful custom built home located in lovely Los Gatos Mountains with many upgrades. Modern style living with updated kitchen, granite counter tops, stainless stain appliances, solid maple hardwood floor throughout and many more. Huge lot with running stream. Easy access to freeway.
Public Records
Sep 23, 2004
Sold
$659,000
$366/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 13, 2000
Sold
$65,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,666 (+6.2%)
$647,294 + $379,934
$1,027,228
2024
$11,931 (+2.0%)
$634,602 + $372,484
$1,007,086
2023
$11,701 (+1.7%)
$634,602 + $372,484
$1,007,086
2022
$11,505 (+14.3%)
$622,159 + $365,180
$987,339
2021
$10,067 (+0.8%)
$609,960 + $358,020
$967,980
2020
$9,988 (+3.2%)
$531,896 + $315,354
$847,250
2019
$9,674 (+4.7%)
$526,442 + $312,120
$838,562
2018
$9,238 (+39.1%)
$516,120 + $306,000
$822,120
2017
$6,641 (+4.0%)
$275,976 + $275,976
$551,952
2016
$6,385 (−0.1%)
$275,976 + $275,976
$551,952
2015
$6,394 (+4.1%)
$270,565 + $270,565
$541,130
2014
$6,144 (−0.2%)
$261,281 + $261,281
$522,562
2013
$6,157 (+2.6%)
$261,281 + $261,281
$522,562
2012
$5,999 (+7.2%)
$260,100 + $260,100
$520,200
2011
$5,595 (−14.3%)
$254,770 + $226,300
$481,070
2010
$6,525 (−22.5%)
$254,770 + $226,300
$481,070
2009
$8,416 (+6.7%)
$284,325 + $284,325
$568,650
2008
$7,889
$377,769 + $335,553
$713,322
Tax history for 17190 Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,666 (+6.2%)
$647,294 + $379,934
$1,027,228
2024
$11,931 (+2.0%)
$634,602 + $372,484
$1,007,086
2023
$11,701 (+1.7%)
$634,602 + $372,484
$1,007,086
2022
$11,505 (+14.3%)
$622,159 + $365,180
$987,339
2021
$10,067 (+0.8%)
$609,960 + $358,020
$967,980
2020
$9,988 (+3.2%)
$531,896 + $315,354
$847,250
2019
$9,674 (+4.7%)
$526,442 + $312,120
$838,562
2018
$9,238 (+39.1%)
$516,120 + $306,000
$822,120
2017
$6,641 (+4.0%)
$275,976 + $275,976
$551,952
2016
$6,385 (−0.1%)
$275,976 + $275,976
$551,952
2015
$6,394 (+4.1%)
$270,565 + $270,565
$541,130
2014
$6,144 (−0.2%)
$261,281 + $261,281
$522,562
2013
$6,157 (+2.6%)
$261,281 + $261,281
$522,562
2012
$5,999 (+7.2%)
$260,100 + $260,100
$520,200
2011
$5,595 (−14.3%)
$254,770 + $226,300
$481,070
2010
$6,525 (−22.5%)
$254,770 + $226,300
$481,070
2009
$8,416 (+6.7%)
$284,325 + $284,325
$568,650
2008
$7,889
$377,769 + $335,553
$713,322
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.02 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
2,976
Year built
2004
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
09506211
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): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Half on Ground Floor, Tub
Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, Den/Study/Office
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Other (See Remarks)
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area in Living Room, No Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Granite), Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Microwave, Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: In Garage, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning, Wood-Stove
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Other (See Remarks)
Heating: Forced Air, Stove (Wood)
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods, Greenbelt
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Style: Custom
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Post & Pier
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 255646
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 2.022
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Walls Insulated
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic, Other
Utilities: Propane On Site, Other (See Remarks)
Water Information
Water: Well (Domestic)
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Vine Hill Elementary
Elementary School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Middle School: Scotts Valley Middle
High School: Scotts Valley High
High School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Location Information
from Los Gatos take hwy 17 south, turn left at sugarloaf pull out and head back north and turn right on Laurel travel ~. 5 miles to listing. from santa cruz go north on hwy 17 turn right on Laurel Road and travel ~. 5 miles in to listing.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,976
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.02 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09506211
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
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Schools
Vine Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
8/10
Scotts Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
7/10
Scotts Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
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
7 days above 93° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.11M – $1.34M
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