Location. Location. Location. One-of-a-Kind property on nearly 2 sunny acres, with 114 ft frontage on Pinto Lake. Sitting at the end of a long driveway, totally private and very quiet. Many producing fruit trees, lovely rose gardens, and two large decks. Property includes 360 sf. detached studio cottage, 330 sf workshop with bench and shelving, 500 sf double garage with door opener, enclosed above-ground exercise pool, hot tub, and paid-for solar energy system. Single-level home built in 1959, features picture-windows with stunning lake views and fireplace in LR, hardwood floors in LR and bedrooms, separate dining room, laundry/utility area, and standup basement (wine cellar). This property is a unique opportunity waiting for the magic to happen. Escrow # 1439281 at Stewart Title Co, Capitola
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
1.93 acresLot Size
$1,018Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sally Bookman•DRE #00498195• Sally Bookman Real Estate
Contact: 831-818-9959
Bought with Michael Loredo•DRE #02111208• eXp Realty of California Inc
Bought with Haley Loredo•DRE #02111207• eXp Realty of California Inc
GORGEOUS PINTO LAKE AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS, LOTS OF PROPERTY 1.9 AC GRANNY COTTAGE OFF PATIO, STONE PATIO, SHOP BEHIND GARAGE LOTS OF STORAGE, WELL BUILT HOME, MANY EXTRAS, FRUIT TREES, ROSES
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,854 (+11.2%)
$928,557 + $371,423
$1,299,980
2024
$14,253 (+1.5%)
$910,350 + $364,140
$1,274,490
2023
$14,036 (+1.8%)
$910,350 + $364,140
$1,274,490
2022
$13,787 (+0.8%)
$892,500 + $357,000
$1,249,500
2021
$13,682 (+1.5%)
$875,000 + $350,000
$1,225,000
2020
$13,482 (+32.9%)
$847,352 + $376,029
$1,223,381
2019
$10,148 (+15.1%)
$838,663 + $372,173
$1,210,836
2018
$8,816 (+4.5%)
$624,380 + $277,075
$901,455
2017
$8,435 (+11.3%)
$512,206 + $227,298
$739,504
2016
$7,578 (+11.8%)
$512,206 + $227,298
$739,504
2015
$6,779 (+10.7%)
$461,447 + $204,773
$666,220
2014
$6,121 (+25.3%)
$367,892 + $163,257
$531,149
2013
$4,885 (+6.9%)
$367,892 + $163,257
$531,149
2012
$4,568 (−1.9%)
$287,415 + $127,545
$414,960
2011
$4,655 (+7.6%)
$276,360 + $122,640
$399,000
2010
$4,328
$282,940 + $125,560
$408,500
2009
$4,328 (−60.5%)
$263,200 + $116,800
$380,000
2008
$10,962
$263,200 + $116,800
$380,000
Tax history for 166 Amesti Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,854 (+11.2%)
$928,557 + $371,423
$1,299,980
2024
$14,253 (+1.5%)
$910,350 + $364,140
$1,274,490
2023
$14,036 (+1.8%)
$910,350 + $364,140
$1,274,490
2022
$13,787 (+0.8%)
$892,500 + $357,000
$1,249,500
2021
$13,682 (+1.5%)
$875,000 + $350,000
$1,225,000
2020
$13,482 (+32.9%)
$847,352 + $376,029
$1,223,381
2019
$10,148 (+15.1%)
$838,663 + $372,173
$1,210,836
2018
$8,816 (+4.5%)
$624,380 + $277,075
$901,455
2017
$8,435 (+11.3%)
$512,206 + $227,298
$739,504
2016
$7,578 (+11.8%)
$512,206 + $227,298
$739,504
2015
$6,779 (+10.7%)
$461,447 + $204,773
$666,220
2014
$6,121 (+25.3%)
$367,892 + $163,257
$531,149
2013
$4,885 (+6.9%)
$367,892 + $163,257
$531,149
2012
$4,568 (−1.9%)
$287,415 + $127,545
$414,960
2011
$4,655 (+7.6%)
$276,360 + $122,640
$399,000
2010
$4,328
$282,940 + $125,560
$408,500
2009
$4,328 (−60.5%)
$263,200 + $116,800
$380,000
2008
$10,962
$263,200 + $116,800
$380,000
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
84,114
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
1,472
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
05020117
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
Yes
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green, Waterfront, Pool
Last updated by owner on Dec 12, 2024.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Common Parking Area, Detached, Gate/Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Bath(s)
Pool Description: Above Ground, Cover, Heated, Indoor, Lap
Property Features
Amenities: Walk-In Closet
Communication: Cable TV
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,472
Special Features: Parking
Property Information
Property Faces: North
Property Primary ID: 229782
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.931
Lot Description: Agricultural Use, Flag Lot, Grade (Mostly Level), Private/Secluded, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: RA
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Low Flow Toilet, Solar Power, Solar Power On Grid, Tankless Water Heater
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic, Septic Connected, Septic Standard
Utilities: Propane On Site, Solar Panels - Owned
Water Information
Water: Individual Water Meter, Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Location Information
Take Amesti Road from Green Valley Road, Turn right into driveway where signs indicate properties at #162,166, 202 and drive all the way to the very end. Property not visable from street.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,472
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 1.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 05020117
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Waterfront, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Dec 12, 2024
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Amesti Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
1/10
Lakeview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
1/10
Pajaro Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
4/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
6 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
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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
$1.43M – $1.73M
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