A nature lovers delight, conveniently located within 5-minutes of hwys 1 & 17. This well-appointed home sits in an idyllic semi-rural location with beautiful views all around. This ½ acre is a garden lovers dream. A beautiful mixture of color, greenery, hardscape, butterflies and hummingbirds. Theres a large deck overlooking the back garden that is ideal for evening and mid-day meals. The property also has a year-round running creek. If hiking is your liking, Delaveaga park is a 10-minute walk from home where you can hike to the top of the world, overlooking Monterey Bay. The 3 BR, 2 ½ BA home features tile murals in the kitchen and the MB shower. The dining & kitchen areas are large and well-appointed with expansive counter space, and appliances suitable for comfortably entertaining large gatherings. If you are seeking the combination of rural tranquility and urban access that this property offers, dont miss this rare opportunity to experience life in this unique haven.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
0.56 acresLot Size
$864Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Darren Houser•DRE #01196704• Bailey Properties
Contact: 831-818-0414
Bought with Joe Wright•DRE #00865000• Bailey Properties
CUSTOM 3 BR 2.5 BA HOME ON 1/2 ACRE ONLY 3 MIN. TO TOWN. AWESOME PASTORAL VIEWS, CLOSE TO DELAVEAGA PARK & GOLF COURSE. FAUX PAINT, VAULTED CEILINGS, HARDWD. FLOORS & PELLET STOVE MAKE IT HOME SWEET HOME. HARBOR HIGH DISTRICT.
Public Records
Feb 13, 1998
Sold
$339,000
$179/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 18, 1996
Sold
$337,000
$178/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,109 (+7.3%)
$1,002,842 + $429,789
$1,432,631
2024
$15,952
$983,178 + $421,362
$1,404,540
2023
$15,941 (+1.2%)
$983,178 + $421,362
$1,404,540
2022
$15,748 (+62.6%)
$963,900 + $413,100
$1,377,000
2021
$9,683 (+0.8%)
$945,000 + $405,000
$1,350,000
2020
$9,608 (+2.2%)
$556,843 + $263,805
$820,648
2019
$9,402 (+1.1%)
$551,133 + $261,100
$812,233
2018
$9,296 (+1.3%)
$540,326 + $255,980
$796,306
2017
$9,178 (+6.9%)
$519,344 + $246,040
$765,384
2016
$8,583 (+2.3%)
$519,344 + $246,040
$765,384
2015
$8,386 (+1.7%)
$509,161 + $241,216
$750,377
2014
$8,246 (+13.1%)
$491,689 + $232,939
$724,628
2013
$7,290 (+3.6%)
$491,689 + $232,939
$724,628
2012
$7,039 (−11.7%)
$428,480 + $202,992
$631,472
2011
$7,967 (+1.4%)
$412,000 + $195,185
$607,185
2010
$7,855 (−1.4%)
$470,461 + $222,881
$693,342
2009
$7,970 (+3.7%)
$466,945 + $221,215
$688,160
2008
$7,686
$468,054 + $221,741
$689,795
Tax history for 135 Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,109 (+7.3%)
$1,002,842 + $429,789
$1,432,631
2024
$15,952
$983,178 + $421,362
$1,404,540
2023
$15,941 (+1.2%)
$983,178 + $421,362
$1,404,540
2022
$15,748 (+62.6%)
$963,900 + $413,100
$1,377,000
2021
$9,683 (+0.8%)
$945,000 + $405,000
$1,350,000
2020
$9,608 (+2.2%)
$556,843 + $263,805
$820,648
2019
$9,402 (+1.1%)
$551,133 + $261,100
$812,233
2018
$9,296 (+1.3%)
$540,326 + $255,980
$796,306
2017
$9,178 (+6.9%)
$519,344 + $246,040
$765,384
2016
$8,583 (+2.3%)
$519,344 + $246,040
$765,384
2015
$8,386 (+1.7%)
$509,161 + $241,216
$750,377
2014
$8,246 (+13.1%)
$491,689 + $232,939
$724,628
2013
$7,290 (+3.6%)
$491,689 + $232,939
$724,628
2012
$7,039 (−11.7%)
$428,480 + $202,992
$631,472
2011
$7,967 (+1.4%)
$412,000 + $195,185
$607,185
2010
$7,855 (−1.4%)
$470,461 + $222,881
$693,342
2009
$7,970 (+3.7%)
$466,945 + $221,215
$688,160
2008
$7,686
$468,054 + $221,741
$689,795
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
1,890
Year built
1987
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
06823119
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, 2+ Showers Over Tubs, Tile, Tub in Master Bedroom, Updated Bath(s)
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Synthetic), Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven (Built-In), Oven (Double), Oven Range (Built-In), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air, Stove (Wood)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Balcony/Patio, Deck, Fenced
Building Information
Style: Contemporary
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter, Post & Pier
Property Features
Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,890
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 153902
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.565
Lot Description: Grade (Mostly Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-20
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet
Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Santa Cruz City Elementary
Middle School: Branciforte Middle School
High School: Harbor High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Directions: Branciforte to Mill Road.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,890
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 06823119
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
De Laveaga Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.55M – $1.88M
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