Nestled in the foothills of Mount Madonna, this 1685 sq. ft. 2 bedroom 1 bath plus bonus room features an updated kitchen and laminate flooring. Home has been tastefully remodeled throughout. Plenty of room on this large lot with expansive mountain views. In addition, there is also a sunny detached studio.
Single-familyProperty Type
1903Year Built
3.98 acresLot Size
$570Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lupe Quintero•DRE #01921703• Tri-County Real Estate Associates Inc
Contact: 831-359-1164
Bought with Katy Cowley•DRE #01946911• Cowley Properties
BEAUTIFUL 3.98 PARCEL IN SANTA CRUZ COUNTY. 1685 SQFT HOME WITH OUTBUILDINGS FOR WORKSHOP OR RV STORAGE. WALNUT ORCHARD, FLOWER GARDENS. PRIVATE, QUIET ENVIRONMENT - GREAT FOR A GET AWAY. HOME HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED - LOVED AND CARED FOR. MEASUREMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE, BUYER TO VERIFY
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,244 (+8.0%)
$557,760 + $211,949
$769,709
2024
$8,563 (+1.6%)
$546,823 + $207,793
$754,616
2023
$8,426 (+1.9%)
$546,823 + $207,793
$754,616
2022
$8,271 (+3.3%)
$536,101 + $203,718
$739,819
2021
$8,006 (+1.5%)
$525,589 + $199,724
$725,313
2020
$7,890 (+23.5%)
$515,284 + $195,808
$711,092
2019
$6,387 (+2.5%)
$510,000 + $193,800
$703,800
2018
$6,230 (+442.5%)
$509,380 + $47,754
$557,134
2017
$1,148 (+2.3%)
$22,262 + $53,008
$75,270
2016
$1,123 (+13.1%)
$22,262 + $53,008
$75,270
2015
$993 (+2.0%)
$21,826 + $51,968
$73,794
2014
$974
$21,076 + $50,186
$71,262
2013
$974 (+4.2%)
$21,076 + $50,186
$71,262
2012
$935 (+2.0%)
$20,980 + $49,960
$70,940
2011
$916 (+1.1%)
$20,568 + $48,980
$69,548
2010
$906 (−0.1%)
$20,165 + $48,020
$68,185
2009
$908 (+2.2%)
$20,014 + $47,661
$67,675
2008
$888
$20,062 + $47,774
$67,836
Tax history for 17 Gaffey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,244 (+8.0%)
$557,760 + $211,949
$769,709
2024
$8,563 (+1.6%)
$546,823 + $207,793
$754,616
2023
$8,426 (+1.9%)
$546,823 + $207,793
$754,616
2022
$8,271 (+3.3%)
$536,101 + $203,718
$739,819
2021
$8,006 (+1.5%)
$525,589 + $199,724
$725,313
2020
$7,890 (+23.5%)
$515,284 + $195,808
$711,092
2019
$6,387 (+2.5%)
$510,000 + $193,800
$703,800
2018
$6,230 (+442.5%)
$509,380 + $47,754
$557,134
2017
$1,148 (+2.3%)
$22,262 + $53,008
$75,270
2016
$1,123 (+13.1%)
$22,262 + $53,008
$75,270
2015
$993 (+2.0%)
$21,826 + $51,968
$73,794
2014
$974
$21,076 + $50,186
$71,262
2013
$974 (+4.2%)
$21,076 + $50,186
$71,262
2012
$935 (+2.0%)
$20,980 + $49,960
$70,940
2011
$916 (+1.1%)
$20,568 + $48,980
$69,548
2010
$906 (−0.1%)
$20,165 + $48,020
$68,185
2009
$908 (+2.2%)
$20,014 + $47,661
$67,675
2008
$888
$20,062 + $47,774
$67,836
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.98 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,685
Year built
1903
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10918101
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RA
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
Parking Description: Carport
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Post & Pier
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,685
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Primary ID: 531413
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 3.98
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,685
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.98 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1903
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10918101
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Ann Soldo Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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Lakeview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
1/10
Pajaro Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° 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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14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$914,000 – $1.11M
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