The best of all worlds! End-of-the-road privacy nestled in an intimate knoll-top setting; immersed in nature, steeped in silence, w/ sweeping views across the verdant farmland of the Corralitos wine terroir. Prime-time viewing every day: rolling hills, coastal meadows, redwood forests & the curve of the bay tracing the Monterey Peninsula. A 12.5-acre rural retreat & soulful sanctuary w/ south-facing exposure, world-class weather & the dazzling dance of sunlight off sparkling blue waters. This spacious 3+br, 2 ba, 2974sf home w/ open kitchen, set among the redwoods, has soaring ceilings and light-filled interiors. In addition to the three bedrooms, the house has a second living room, a large loft/meditation room, a gym/library, and a free-standing office/writers studio. Easy, casual flow, great separation & expansive decks for indoor/outdoor living. Recently updated w/ contemporary amenities including high-end remodeled kitchen w/ marble counters/backsplashes, pantry, custom wood cabinets & 6-burner Wolff range. Wide-plank wood floors, skylights, French doors & sequestered outdoor spa & firepit. Minutes to famed Corralitos Market & wine tasting. Next-door to 400 acre preserve w/ hiking trails & unique forest biome. Quiet, country atmosphere, only an hour south of Silicon Valley.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
12.54 acresLot Size
$504Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brezsny Brezsny Associates•DRE #70010105• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
The best of all worlds! End-of-the-road privacy nestled in an intimate knoll-top setting; immersed in nature, steeped in silence, w/sweeping views across the verdant farmland of the Corralitos wine terroir. Prime-time viewing every day: rolling hills, coastal meadows, redwood forests & the curve of the bay tracing the Monterey Peninsula. A 12.5-acre rural retreat & soulful sanctuary w/south-facing exposure, world-class weather & the dazzling dance of sunlight off sparkling blue waters. This spacious 3+br, 2 ba, 2974sf home w/open kitchen, set among the redwoods, has soaring ceilings and light-filled interiors. In addition to the three bedrooms, the house has a second living room, a large loft/meditation room, a gym/library, and a free-standing office/writers studio. Easy, casual flow, great separation & expansive decks for indoor/outdoor living. Recently updated w/contemporary amenities including high-end remodeled kitchen w/marble counters/backsplashes, pantry, custom wood cabinets & 6-burner Wolff range. Wide-plank wood floors, skylights, French doors & sequestered outdoor spa & firepit. Minutes to famed Corralitos Market & wine tasting. Next-door to 400 acre preserve w/hiking trails & unique forest biome. Quiet, country atmosphere, only an hour south of Silicon Valley.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82007738
Jun 27, 2025
Listing Removed
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May 20, 2025
Listed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80532542
May 20, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81453643
May 29, 2015
Sold
$950,000
$319/sq ft
Apr 7, 2015
Pending
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Apr 6, 2015
Sold
$950,000
$319/sq ft
Mar 5, 2015
Listed
$995,000
$335/sq ft
Mar 5, 2015
Listed
$995,000
$335/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80559212
Feb 1, 2006
Sold
$1,100,000
$370/sq ft
Feb 1, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jan 3, 2006
Sold
$1,100,000
$370/sq ft
Oct 7, 2005
Listed
$1,115,000
$375/sq ft
Oct 7, 2005
Listed
$1,115,000
$375/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 2000
Sold
$210,000
$71/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 29, 1990
Sold
$169,000
$57/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 1989
Sold
$85,000
$29/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 23, 1979
Sold
$34,000
$11/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 1978
Sold
$39,500
$13/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 20, 1973
Sold
$1,000
$0/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,008 (+7.5%)
$685,055 + $456,703
$1,141,758
2024
$13,030 (+1.6%)
$671,622 + $447,748
$1,119,370
2023
$12,821 (+1.9%)
$671,622 + $447,748
$1,119,370
2022
$12,579 (+2.8%)
$658,453 + $438,969
$1,097,422
2021
$12,241 (+1.5%)
$645,543 + $430,362
$1,075,905
2020
$12,062 (+4.0%)
$632,885 + $421,923
$1,054,808
2019
$11,598 (+2.6%)
$626,395 + $417,597
$1,043,992
2018
$11,306 (+0.8%)
$614,113 + $409,409
$1,023,522
2017
$11,220 (+2.7%)
$590,267 + $393,511
$983,778
2016
$10,926 (−6.4%)
$590,267 + $393,511
$983,778
2015
$11,678 (+10.9%)
$578,693 + $385,795
$964,488
2014
$10,532 (+15.3%)
$554,131 + $369,420
$923,551
2013
$9,135 (+7.1%)
$554,131 + $369,420
$923,551
2012
$8,530 (−4.9%)
$473,616 + $315,744
$789,360
2011
$8,972 (−2.0%)
$455,400 + $303,600
$759,000
2010
$9,158
$481,800 + $321,200
$803,000
2009
$9,160 (−16.5%)
$495,000 + $330,000
$825,000
2008
$10,970
$495,000 + $330,000
$825,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
12.54 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,974
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,974
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10710159
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Watsonville, CA • 95076
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Sun exposure
30/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
3.8 hrs
2.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1081 Avocado Rd
$1,468,362
$31K under list price of $1.50M
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