Welcome to 1221 Old San Jose Road, a rare opportunity in the heart of Soquel. This unique property sits on just over 2 level, sun-soaked acres offering privacy, charm, and endless potential-just minutes from beaches, shopping, dining, and Highway 1. It features two original early-1900s farmhouses full of character, ready for restoration or creative reimagining. A 1,900 sq ft two-story metal barn with a roll-up door adds space for a workshop, studio, or creative space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
2.06 acresLot Size
$1,262Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Daniel Oster•DRE #01381869• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Mario Desantis•DRE #02119587• Coldwell Banker Realty
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Zoning
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Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
102-151-06-000
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Last updated by owner on May 31, 2025.
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: 4
Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Detached, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Parking Features (Additional): Uncovered Parking, Workshop in Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Dining Room Information
Dining Area
Family Room Information
Separate Family Room
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Wood Stove
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Property Features
Secondary Living Space (Sq. Ft.): 1,364
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 1,454
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas), Wood Stove, Wall Furnace
Utility Information
Gas: Natural Gas
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Solar
Water Source: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
MLS Area: Soquel
Street Name: Old San Jose
Street Number: 1221
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 6
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Style: Single Family Residential
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County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 102-151-06-000
Home facts updated by county records on May 31, 2025
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Soquel Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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New Brighton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
Soquel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.74M – $2.11M
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