This beautiful home is the perfect location half way between Los Gatos and the Beach! A peaceful spot to work from home, only one neighbor is visible and yet you are only 1/2 mile from Highway 17. The master suite on the first level has 2 walk in closets and french door to the deck. The great room has a vaulted ceiling that soars up to the second floor hallway, a wood burning stove and built in bookcases. Upstairs there are two more very large bedrooms in addition to a big den/office. The kitchen has a sitting area with fireplace, tile counters, gas range & Spanish style tile flooring. All baths have tile counters and tub showers. Located on a sloping acre, the lot is very private with views of mature redwoods & wrap around decks. Attached 2 car garage with workshop, inside laundry room with sink-washer/dryer included. Bonus features are the high-speed Comcast internet, a generator and a huge storage area underneath the home! Great square footage for the price!
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
0.98 acresLot Size
$489Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kathi Hammill•DRE #00797165• EQUITY FIRST REALTY
Listed by Mike Hammill•DRE #01859722• EQUITY FIRST REALTY
Bought with Brian Nguyen•DRE #02091194• KW Silicon City
Commuter Special! Mountain retreat setting equal distance from Los Gatos or Scotts Valley. Tucked back in for serenity and privacy yet only 2 minutes to Hwy 17! This home has heart and soul and shows! Vaulted ceilings, peaceful, private and relaxing setting. Outstanding schools. Pride of ownership and move in ready. If this is your style, your gonna smile.
Public Records
Jan 9, 1987
Sold
$57,000
$23/sq ft
Public Records
May 15, 1973
Sold
$57,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,829 (+6.2%)
$702,196 + $468,130
$1,170,326
2024
$13,021 (+1.9%)
$674,929 + $449,952
$1,124,881
2023
$12,780 (+1.7%)
$674,929 + $449,952
$1,124,881
2022
$12,565 (+2.8%)
$661,695 + $441,129
$1,102,824
2021
$12,227 (−1.8%)
$648,720 + $432,480
$1,081,200
2020
$12,453 (+2.8%)
$636,000 + $424,000
$1,060,000
2019
$12,114 (+4.5%)
$642,879 + $428,586
$1,071,465
2018
$11,587 (+0.4%)
$630,274 + $420,183
$1,050,457
2017
$11,545 (+4.2%)
$605,799 + $403,867
$1,009,666
2016
$11,082 (−0.5%)
$605,799 + $403,867
$1,009,666
2015
$11,141 (+952.0%)
$593,921 + $395,948
$989,869
2014
$1,059 (+0.9%)
$14,259 + $63,512
$77,771
2013
$1,050 (+1.2%)
$14,259 + $63,512
$77,771
2012
$1,038 (+2.2%)
$14,195 + $63,225
$77,420
2011
$1,016 (+1.0%)
$13,917 + $61,985
$75,902
2010
$1,005
$13,644 + $60,770
$74,414
2009
$1,005 (+2.3%)
$13,542 + $60,316
$73,858
2008
$983
$13,574 + $60,459
$74,033
Tax history for 17240 Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,829 (+6.2%)
$702,196 + $468,130
$1,170,326
2024
$13,021 (+1.9%)
$674,929 + $449,952
$1,124,881
2023
$12,780 (+1.7%)
$674,929 + $449,952
$1,124,881
2022
$12,565 (+2.8%)
$661,695 + $441,129
$1,102,824
2021
$12,227 (−1.8%)
$648,720 + $432,480
$1,081,200
2020
$12,453 (+2.8%)
$636,000 + $424,000
$1,060,000
2019
$12,114 (+4.5%)
$642,879 + $428,586
$1,071,465
2018
$11,587 (+0.4%)
$630,274 + $420,183
$1,050,457
2017
$11,545 (+4.2%)
$605,799 + $403,867
$1,009,666
2016
$11,082 (−0.5%)
$605,799 + $403,867
$1,009,666
2015
$11,141 (+952.0%)
$593,921 + $395,948
$989,869
2014
$1,059 (+0.9%)
$14,259 + $63,512
$77,771
2013
$1,050 (+1.2%)
$14,259 + $63,512
$77,771
2012
$1,038 (+2.2%)
$14,195 + $63,225
$77,420
2011
$1,016 (+1.0%)
$13,917 + $61,985
$75,902
2010
$1,005
$13,644 + $60,770
$74,414
2009
$1,005 (+2.3%)
$13,542 + $60,316
$73,858
2008
$983
$13,574 + $60,459
$74,033
*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
0.98 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
2,450
Year built
1992
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
09506229
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 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
Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Area
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Features: Showers over Tubs (2+), Tile, Tub With Jets, Primary Oversized Tub, Half on Ground Floor
Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Washer/Dryer
Basement Information
Unfinished
Dining Room Information
Dining Area in Living Room, Eat-In Kitchen
Family Room Information
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other Location, Wood Stove
Has Fireplace: Yes
Flooring Information
Carpet, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Inside, In Utility Room
Room Information
Room Type: Basement, Bonus Room, Office
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Tile Countertop
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Stories
Stories: 2
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Gently Sloped (Grade), Sloped Down (Grade)
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,450
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Electric
Utility Information
Gas: Generator, Propane On Site
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Propane
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Scotts Valley Unified
High School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Location Information
MLS Area: Los Gatos Mountains
Street Name: Laurel
Street Number: 17240
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 2
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,450
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09506229
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
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, 13 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.14M – $1.38M
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