OFF MARKET

Off market apr 2017 for $804K

$1,280,475

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,408/mo

•

2,176

sq ft

126 Merk Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076

About this home

Country Getaway. 3-Br, 2-BA split-level home sits atop a hillside acre, surrounded by treetops & sunshine, minutes from the heart of Corralitos. The carpeted LR features warm custom wood paneling, large window, exposed beams, & a brick-lined fireplace. An updated open kitchen/dining area has access to the wrap-around deck. The wood paneling, built-ins, brick fireplace, plentiful windows, & wrap-around decks all work together to make this home feel spacious & cozy at the same time, sunny & unique.

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

1 acresLot Size

$588Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 spacesParking

Listed by Lauren Spencer •DRE #00925382 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Bought with Donnica Ayon •DRE #01712443 • Altas Realty

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81639513

Redfin Estimate

$1,280,475

$476K since sold in April 2017$3,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 9.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.17M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,200,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,548 sq ft
257 Oak Hl, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$1,450,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,817 sq ft
2063 Cox Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$1,300,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,785 sq ft
11 Eureka Canyon Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$885,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,408 sq ft
18 Hawthorne Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$999,900
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,000 sq ft
100 Carol Way, Aptos, CA 95003

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Market trends in 95076, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

98.4%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$800K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

29d

8 days MoM

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Sale history for 126 Merk Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81639513

Apr 13, 2017

Sold

$804,000

$369/sq ft

Mar 25, 2017

Contingent

—

Mar 10, 2017

Price Changed

$829,000

$381/sq ft

Feb 20, 2017

Listed

$849,000

$390/sq ft

MLSListings #1

Nov 15, 2006

Price Changed

$824,000

$379/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 29, 1998

Sold

$340,000

$156/sq ft

MLSListings #ML89827883

Oct 29, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Sep 7, 1998

Sold

$340,000

$156/sq ft

Jun 26, 1998

Listed

$375,000

$172/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 2, 1988

Sold

$248,000

$114/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 23, 1978

Sold

$22,000

$10/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,492 (+7.6%)

$710,279 + $241,495

$951,774

2024

$10,677 (+1.7%)

$682,698 + $232,117

$914,815

2023

$10,502 (+2.0%)

$682,698 + $232,117

$914,815

2022

$10,300 (+3.0%)

$669,311 + $227,566

$896,877

2021

$9,997 (+1.5%)

$656,188 + $223,104

$879,292

2020

$9,851 (+3.8%)

$643,321 + $218,729

$862,050

2019

$9,495 (+2.4%)

$636,725 + $216,486

$853,211

2018

$9,270 (+68.9%)

$624,240 + $212,242

$836,482

2017

$5,487 (+2.6%)

$245,847 + $213,428

$459,275

2016

$5,346 (+1.2%)

$245,847 + $213,428

$459,275

2015

$5,281 (+2.1%)

$241,026 + $209,243

$450,269

2014

$5,170 (−0.3%)

$232,756 + $202,063

$434,819

2013

$5,188 (+5.0%)

$232,756 + $202,063

$434,819

2012

$4,941 (+2.2%)

$231,704 + $201,150

$432,854

2011

$4,833 (+1.2%)

$227,161 + $197,206

$424,367

2010

$4,774 (−0.2%)

$222,707 + $193,339

$416,046

2009

$4,784 (+2.5%)

$221,043 + $191,894

$412,937

2008

$4,668

$221,568 + $192,350

$413,918

Tax history for 126 Merk Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,492 (+7.6%)

$710,279 + $241,495

$951,774

2024

$10,677 (+1.7%)

$682,698 + $232,117

$914,815

2023

$10,502 (+2.0%)

$682,698 + $232,117

$914,815

2022

$10,300 (+3.0%)

$669,311 + $227,566

$896,877

2021

$9,997 (+1.5%)

$656,188 + $223,104

$879,292

2020

$9,851 (+3.8%)

$643,321 + $218,729

$862,050

2019

$9,495 (+2.4%)

$636,725 + $216,486

$853,211

2018

$9,270 (+68.9%)

$624,240 + $212,242

$836,482

2017

$5,487 (+2.6%)

$245,847 + $213,428

$459,275

2016

$5,346 (+1.2%)

$245,847 + $213,428

$459,275

2015

$5,281 (+2.1%)

$241,026 + $209,243

$450,269

2014

$5,170 (−0.3%)

$232,756 + $202,063

$434,819

2013

$5,188 (+5.0%)

$232,756 + $202,063

$434,819

2012

$4,941 (+2.2%)

$231,704 + $201,150

$432,854

2011

$4,833 (+1.2%)

$227,161 + $197,206

$424,367

2010

$4,774 (−0.2%)

$222,707 + $193,339

$416,046

2009

$4,784 (+2.5%)

$221,043 + $191,894

$412,937

2008

$4,668

$221,568 + $192,350

$413,918

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1 Acre

Year renovated

1978

Sq. Ft.

2,176

Year built

1978

Style

Vacant Land

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

10818133

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.

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

Parking Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: No Garage
Parking Features (Additional): Uncovered Parking

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Dual Flush Toilet, Shower and Tub

Appliances
Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Electric Oven Range

Dining Room Information
Dining Area, Dining Bar

Family Room Information
Separate Family Room

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Has Fireplace: Yes

Flooring Information
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum

Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Hookup

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry

Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Granite Countertop, Exhaust Fan

Exterior

Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Balcony/Patio, Deck

Stories
Stories: 2

Style
Architectural Style: Contemporary

Year Built
Year Built Details: 2

Lot Information
Lot Features: Hillside (Grade)

Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,176

View
View: Canyon, Forest/Woods, Greenbelt, Mountains, Valley

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air

Utility Information
Gas: Public Utilities
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Public Utilities, Public Water
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Location Information
MLS Area: Corralitos
Street Name: Merk
Street Number: 126

WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 2

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,176
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10818133

Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Bradley Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi

5/10

Aptos Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi

5/10

Aptos High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 86° expected this year, 12 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

In this area, properties receive around 11.3 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.22M – $1.47M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Merk Rd, Watsonville, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1754 Sq. Ft.	$1,128,762
401 Eagle Rdg, Watsonville, CA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3910 Sq. Ft.	$3,042,877
250 Pheasant Run, Watsonville, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4800 Sq. Ft.	$4,228,798
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225 Oak Hl, Watsonville, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2200 Sq. Ft.	$1,627,356

Address	Redfin Estimate
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Address	Redfin Estimate
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265 Corralitos Rd, Watsonville, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1343 Sq. Ft.	$863,362
243 Corralitos Rd, Watsonville, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2398 Sq. Ft.	$1,400,212
150 Skylark Ln, Watsonville, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1785 Sq. Ft.	—

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