Welcome to your own private paradise. This truly is a special place. .. .one of a kind. Entirely usable land with approx. 600 ft. of Soquel Creek frontage that's as nice as any park. When you enter onto this private sanctuary, you'll immediately see why this is such a unique property. Cozy 2br, 1ba home with an approved "barn"/studio with loft area that offers numerous possibilities. This property is a perfect artists retreat or work from home opportunity for those looking for an inspiring work environment. Ideal for hosting camps, seminars or retreats. Looking for a second home near the ocean that also borders a mountain stream? This is it! Rights to two separate wells! Additional outbuildings include a garage/shop and a separate storage building with ample space. The babbling brook provides a year round swimming hole. If you're looking for something really special. .. .this is it!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
1.82 acresLot Size
$1,989Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mark Szychowski•DRE #00858200• Delaveaga Properties
Contact: 831-359-0999
Bought with Gabrielle Coppel•DRE #01414420• Coldwell Banker Realty
Our home inspector said: "I'm rarely smitten by a property- I'M SMITTEN!" Small main house plus extra buildings- So much more! Own this peaceful Retreat-type property. Roam on 1.8 acres, almost all usable, with over 600 feet of beautiful Soquel Creek frontage and your own private beach! Plenty of sun, plenty of shade for those hot days. See the drone video!
Public Records
Dec 15, 1998
Sold
$210,000
$323/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,949 (+26.4%)
$988,380 + $234,090
$1,222,470
2024
$11,038 (+1.7%)
$876,242 + $110,256
$986,498
2023
$10,854 (+2.4%)
$876,242 + $110,256
$986,498
2022
$10,599 (+3.3%)
$859,061 + $108,094
$967,155
2021
$10,264
$842,217 + $105,974
$948,191
2020
$10,254 (+1.7%)
$825,703 + $103,896
$929,599
2019
$10,077 (+1.8%)
$817,236 + $102,831
$920,067
2018
$9,900 (+4.1%)
$801,212 + $100,815
$902,027
2017
$9,512 (+3.6%)
$770,100 + $96,900
$867,000
2016
$9,180 (+151.6%)
$770,100 + $96,900
$867,000
2015
$3,649 (+1.8%)
$755,000 + $95,000
$850,000
2014
$3,586
$228,194 + $92,198
$320,392
2013
$3,588 (+1.9%)
$228,194 + $92,198
$320,392
2012
$3,520 (+2.0%)
$227,162 + $91,782
$318,944
2011
$3,450 (+1.2%)
$222,708 + $89,981
$312,689
2010
$3,408 (−0.6%)
$218,341 + $88,217
$306,558
2009
$3,429 (+2.6%)
$216,709 + $87,558
$304,267
2008
$3,342
$217,224 + $87,766
$304,990
Tax history for 3718 Purling Brk
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,949 (+26.4%)
$988,380 + $234,090
$1,222,470
2024
$11,038 (+1.7%)
$876,242 + $110,256
$986,498
2023
$10,854 (+2.4%)
$876,242 + $110,256
$986,498
2022
$10,599 (+3.3%)
$859,061 + $108,094
$967,155
2021
$10,264
$842,217 + $105,974
$948,191
2020
$10,254 (+1.7%)
$825,703 + $103,896
$929,599
2019
$10,077 (+1.8%)
$817,236 + $102,831
$920,067
2018
$9,900 (+4.1%)
$801,212 + $100,815
$902,027
2017
$9,512 (+3.6%)
$770,100 + $96,900
$867,000
2016
$9,180 (+151.6%)
$770,100 + $96,900
$867,000
2015
$3,649 (+1.8%)
$755,000 + $95,000
$850,000
2014
$3,586
$228,194 + $92,198
$320,392
2013
$3,588 (+1.9%)
$228,194 + $92,198
$320,392
2012
$3,520 (+2.0%)
$227,162 + $91,782
$318,944
2011
$3,450 (+1.2%)
$222,708 + $89,981
$312,689
2010
$3,408 (−0.6%)
$218,341 + $88,217
$306,558
2009
$3,429 (+2.6%)
$216,709 + $87,558
$304,267
2008
$3,342
$217,224 + $87,766
$304,990
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.82 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
682
Year built
1955
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10312115
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport (Minimum): 1
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Detached, Uncovered Parking, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 5
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathroom Description: Primary (Stall Shower(s))
Room Information
Artist Studio, Bonus/Hobby Room, Storage, Workshop
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop - Quartz, Hood Over Range, Oven Range (Gas)
Lot Description: Grade (Mostly Level), Private/Secluded, Stream (Year Round), Surveyed
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-32
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Well (Domestic), Well (Shared)
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School: Mountain Elementary
Elementary School District: Mountain Elementary
High School: Soquel High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Coming from Soquel, go 3.5 miles up Old San Jose Rd. Turn right onto Purling Brook and follow it all the way down to the last property. Look for sign that says 3718/McCombs.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 682
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.82 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10312115
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Mountain Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Soquel, CA • 95073
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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
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Estimated sale price
$1.23M – $1.49M
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