A stunningly serene and soulful realm of the senses, nestled in a sunny garden-like setting w/ fruit trees, lush planter beds, an expansive yard, and multiple patio areas. A remarkable retreat in the heart of Soquel w/ easy access to Hwy1, just minutes to Capitola village and New Brighton beach. 3br, 3ba, 1,876 sq ft of essential living w/ multiple flex options for work, home, study, play, exercise, and meditation. Comfortable, beachy farmhouse ambiance w/ separation of space, kitchen/dining room flows to the living room, & additional family room. Come home to your own farmers market w/ 20 varieties of fruit trees, veggies, & eggs from your own chicken coop. The home is set up for enjoying both indoor and outdoors w/ friends and family with ample space to cook and entertain. This home is newly renovated, freshly painted, and ready for you to begin the next chapter of your life. At the end of the day pull up a chair to the campfire, watch the sunset and feel the ocean breeze renew your soul.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$831Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jeremy Duterte•DRE #01377132• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Bought with Gail Mayo•DRE #01180055• David Lyng Real Estate
Gorgeous and completely updated!! This home sits on LARGE corner lot. Room to build 640 sf, 3 car garage/granny unit. Rare opportunity. Garage conversion/ master bath done w/ out permits.
Public Records
Jan 28, 2005
Sold
$650,000
$346/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 28, 1986
Sold
$167,000
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,364 (+7.1%)
$1,193,859 + $397,953
$1,591,812
2024
$18,083 (+45.4%)
$1,147,500 + $382,500
$1,530,000
2023
$12,433 (+1.3%)
$1,147,500 + $382,500
$1,530,000
2022
$12,280 (+2.4%)
$615,628 + $410,419
$1,026,047
2021
$11,994 (+7.7%)
$603,557 + $402,371
$1,005,928
2020
$11,140 (−1.2%)
$591,723 + $394,482
$986,205
2019
$11,277 (+2.5%)
$540,000 + $370,000
$910,000
2018
$10,999 (+5.0%)
$455,727 + $472,601
$928,328
2017
$10,477 (+11.3%)
$417,482 + $432,941
$850,423
2016
$9,414 (+6.5%)
$417,482 + $432,941
$850,423
2015
$8,837 (+10.0%)
$386,557 + $400,871
$787,428
2014
$8,035 (+14.4%)
$328,537 + $340,703
$669,240
2013
$7,021 (−2.1%)
$328,537 + $340,703
$669,240
2012
$7,170 (−4.3%)
$280,801 + $291,199
$572,000
2011
$7,489 (−1.8%)
$351,086 + $234,057
$585,143
2010
$7,622
$370,591 + $247,060
$617,651
2009
$7,620 (−11.3%)
$380,343 + $253,562
$633,905
2008
$8,589
$380,343 + $253,562
$633,905
Tax history for 265 Alturas Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,364 (+7.1%)
$1,193,859 + $397,953
$1,591,812
2024
$18,083 (+45.4%)
$1,147,500 + $382,500
$1,530,000
2023
$12,433 (+1.3%)
$1,147,500 + $382,500
$1,530,000
2022
$12,280 (+2.4%)
$615,628 + $410,419
$1,026,047
2021
$11,994 (+7.7%)
$603,557 + $402,371
$1,005,928
2020
$11,140 (−1.2%)
$591,723 + $394,482
$986,205
2019
$11,277 (+2.5%)
$540,000 + $370,000
$910,000
2018
$10,999 (+5.0%)
$455,727 + $472,601
$928,328
2017
$10,477 (+11.3%)
$417,482 + $432,941
$850,423
2016
$9,414 (+6.5%)
$417,482 + $432,941
$850,423
2015
$8,837 (+10.0%)
$386,557 + $400,871
$787,428
2014
$8,035 (+14.4%)
$328,537 + $340,703
$669,240
2013
$7,021 (−2.1%)
$328,537 + $340,703
$669,240
2012
$7,170 (−4.3%)
$280,801 + $291,199
$572,000
2011
$7,489 (−1.8%)
$351,086 + $234,057
$585,143
2010
$7,622
$370,591 + $247,060
$617,651
2009
$7,620 (−11.3%)
$380,343 + $253,562
$633,905
2008
$8,589
$380,343 + $253,562
$633,905
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,876
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
03720235
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 5
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Ground Floor Bedroom, More Than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Features: Showers over Tubs (2+), Tile, Full on Ground Floor
Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Gas Oven Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Information
Dining Area, Dining Area in Living Room, Eat-In Kitchen
Family Room Information
Separate Family Room
Flooring Information
Laminate, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Granite Countertop, Exhaust Fan
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Gate
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Patio & Porch Features: Back Yard, Balcony/Patio, Fenced
Stories
Stories: 2
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Mostly Level (Grade)
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 1,876
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Listing Terms: Cash or Conventional Loan
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central Forced Air
Utility Information
Gas: Public Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Telephone Services: Networked
Utilities: Public Utilities, Public Water, Solar
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
MLS Area: Soquel
Street Name: Alturas
Street Number: 265
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 53
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,876
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 03720235
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Main Street Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
New Brighton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Soquel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
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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, 14 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.48M – $1.79M
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