Cheery, bright, and conveniently located near the beginning of Lockhart Gulch Rd with great access to world-class outdoor recreation, this charming 2 bedroom/1 bathroom home offers easy access to hiking and mountain biking trails, major Silicon Valley commute routes, dining, and shopping, while remaining just a short drive from Santa Cruz beaches. The property offers excellent curb appeal with an inviting front porch. Out back, the fully fenced yard features a spacious covered porch, a storage shed, and a versatile bonus structure perfect for a dedicated home office, hobby space, or home gym. Inside, the home is bright and filled with natural light. The open floor plan centers around a cozy wood-burning stove, creating a warm ambiance. Home chefs will appreciate the kitchens ample counter space and matching stainless steel appliances.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
4,661 sq ftLot Size
$979Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The The Madani Team•DRE #70010074• Room Real Estate
Contact: 831-234-6683
Bought with Sophia Lerios•DRE #02219074• eXp Realty of California Inc
Est. $2,973 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 526 Lockhart Gulch Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82049622
Jul 1, 2026
Sold
$705,000
$979/sq ft
Jul 1, 2026
Sold
$705,000
$979/sq ft
Jun 11, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 3, 2026
Listed
$699,000
$971/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Listed
$699,000
$971/sq ft
Cheery, bright, and conveniently located near the beginning of Lockhart Gulch Rd with great access to world-class outdoor recreation, this charming 2 bedroom/1 bathroom home offers easy access to hiking and mountain biking trails, major Silicon Valley commute routes, dining, and shopping, while remaining just a short drive from Santa Cruz beaches. The property offers excellent curb appeal with an inviting front porch. Out back, the fully fenced yard features a spacious covered porch, a storage shed, and a versatile bonus structure perfect for a dedicated home office, hobby space, or home gym. Inside, the home is bright and filled with natural light. The open floor plan centers around a cozy wood-burning stove, creating a warm ambiance. Home chefs will appreciate the kitchens ample counter space and matching stainless steel appliances.
Public Records
Jan 4, 1983
Sold
$26,036
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 1981
Sold
$31,000
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 24, 1980
Sold
$52,500
$73/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 2, 1979
Sold
$25,000
$35/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 27, 1973
Sold
$16,000
$22/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1971
Sold
$11,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,342 (+9.1%)
$63,401 + $84,534
$147,935
2024
$2,148 (+4.7%)
$62,158 + $82,876
$145,034
2023
$2,051 (+1.9%)
$62,158 + $82,876
$145,034
2022
$2,012 (+9.0%)
$60,939 + $81,251
$142,190
2021
$1,846 (+0.7%)
$59,744 + $79,658
$139,402
2020
$1,834 (+1.3%)
$58,573 + $78,096
$136,669
2019
$1,811 (+9.7%)
$57,972 + $77,296
$135,268
2018
$1,651 (+0.3%)
$56,835 + $75,780
$132,615
2017
$1,646 (+3.7%)
$54,628 + $72,838
$127,466
2016
$1,587 (+2.3%)
$54,628 + $72,838
$127,466
2015
$1,551 (+1.3%)
$53,557 + $71,410
$124,967
2014
$1,531 (−0.2%)
$51,720 + $68,959
$120,679
2013
$1,534 (+1.5%)
$51,720 + $68,959
$120,679
2012
$1,511 (+5.4%)
$51,486 + $68,647
$120,133
2011
$1,433 (+0.9%)
$50,476 + $67,301
$117,777
2010
$1,420
$49,486 + $65,981
$115,467
2009
$1,421 (+2.1%)
$49,116 + $65,488
$114,604
2008
$1,392
$49,233 + $65,644
$114,877
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,661 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1953
Sq. Ft.
720
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07030101
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 2026.
C-1
Neighborhood Commercial District
To provide compact and conveniently located shopping and service uses to meet the limited needs within walking distance of individual urban neighborhoods or centrally located to serve rural communities. Neighborhood commercial uses and facilities are intended to be of a small scale, with a demonstrated local need or market, appropriate to a neighborhood service area, and to have minimal adverse traffic, noise, or aesthetic impacts on the adjacent residential areas.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Description: Uncovered Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Other (See Remarks)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 720
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 284973
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.107
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: C-1
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Scotts Valley Unified
High School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Location Information
Directions: From Scotts Valley, head toward Scotts Valley Dr and turn right onto Mt Hermon Rd. Continue past 7-Eleven, then turn right onto Lockhart Gulch Rd. Follow the road to 526 Lockhart Gulch Rd, which will be on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 720
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,661 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1953
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07030101
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Brook Knoll Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
7/10
Scotts Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Scotts Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 15 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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Historical weather
Scotts Valley, CA • 95066
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Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Scotts Valley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$717,000 – $868,000
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