The simply extraordinary life in vibrant country hues, set on a park-like setting alive with an amazing variety of abundant fruit trees and native botanical plants. Add a charming French Provence style open plan home w high ceilings and windows everywhere bringing the gorgeous views into this contemporary jewel. Large decks lead to the enclosed garden patio w its gazebo spa, right off the downstairs self contained bedroom suite w room to spare. Entirely private setting walking distance to the famed Corralitos Market & thriving local community's library, Sunday farmers market & coffee shop. Listen to the resident owls and frogs, fill the coop and be prepared to unwind in this serene 4BR/3BA close-in country home. You'll never tire of what this sanctuary will give you nestled well back from the road on a sunny magical acre+ this move-in ready paradise is a rare place awaiting you and those you love. Seller has relocated to a horse property and must sell! Motivated and priced to sell now!
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
1.04 acresLot Size
$648Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lizabeth Morell•DRE #01891765• Bailey Properties
Contact: 831-419-4856
Bought with Roger Knapp•DRE #00836856• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Shades of Provence paint this vibrant 2,271 sf, 4BR/3BA close-in country Corralitos home. High ceilings, lots of windows & a large deck & patio tie this home seamlessly w/ the property. Tucked far from the road on a sunny & private 1+ AC flag lot & surrounded by an amazingly diverse assortment of CA natives & fruit trees, this little slice of the South of France is truly a botanical paradise.
Public Records
Jun 30, 1999
Sold
$549,000
$242/sq ft
MLSListings #ML89921059
Jul 1, 1999
Listing Removed
—
May 24, 1999
Sold
$549,000
$242/sq ft
May 16, 1999
Listed
$549,000
$242/sq ft
A VERY PRETTY & QUIET SETTING, AWAY FROM THE STREET. MOSTLY ONE LEVEL WITH TWO "WINGS". EASILY EXPANDABLE ? SEPARATE 1BR, STUDIO, BATH & KITCHEN IN LOWER LEVEL. ACCESSIBLE WITHOUT STAIRS. VERY USEABLE, SUNNY LAND.
Public Records
Jun 9, 1993
Sold
$320,000
$141/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 16, 1987
Sold
$235,000
$103/sq ft
Public Records
May 7, 1981
Sold
$94,500
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,727 (+7.5%)
$633,221 + $492,141
$1,125,362
2024
$12,764 (+1.6%)
$620,805 + $482,491
$1,103,296
2023
$12,560 (+1.9%)
$620,805 + $482,491
$1,103,296
2022
$12,325 (+2.8%)
$608,632 + $473,030
$1,081,662
2021
$11,993 (+1.5%)
$596,698 + $463,755
$1,060,453
2020
$11,817 (+16.4%)
$584,998 + $454,662
$1,039,660
2019
$10,148 (+2.6%)
$579,000 + $450,000
$1,029,000
2018
$9,892 (+0.8%)
$445,062 + $445,062
$890,124
2017
$9,817 (+2.7%)
$427,780 + $427,780
$855,560
2016
$9,560 (+0.8%)
$427,780 + $427,780
$855,560
2015
$9,487 (+20.5%)
$419,392 + $419,392
$838,784
2014
$7,870 (−0.4%)
$463,783 + $224,431
$688,214
2013
$7,901 (+5.1%)
$463,783 + $224,431
$688,214
2012
$7,516 (+2.3%)
$461,687 + $223,417
$685,104
2011
$7,349 (+1.3%)
$452,634 + $219,036
$671,670
2010
$7,257 (−0.2%)
$443,759 + $214,741
$658,500
2009
$7,274 (+2.5%)
$440,442 + $213,136
$653,578
2008
$7,093
$441,488 + $213,642
$655,130
Tax history for 50 Browns Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,727 (+7.5%)
$633,221 + $492,141
$1,125,362
2024
$12,764 (+1.6%)
$620,805 + $482,491
$1,103,296
2023
$12,560 (+1.9%)
$620,805 + $482,491
$1,103,296
2022
$12,325 (+2.8%)
$608,632 + $473,030
$1,081,662
2021
$11,993 (+1.5%)
$596,698 + $463,755
$1,060,453
2020
$11,817 (+16.4%)
$584,998 + $454,662
$1,039,660
2019
$10,148 (+2.6%)
$579,000 + $450,000
$1,029,000
2018
$9,892 (+0.8%)
$445,062 + $445,062
$890,124
2017
$9,817 (+2.7%)
$427,780 + $427,780
$855,560
2016
$9,560 (+0.8%)
$427,780 + $427,780
$855,560
2015
$9,487 (+20.5%)
$419,392 + $419,392
$838,784
2014
$7,870 (−0.4%)
$463,783 + $224,431
$688,214
2013
$7,901 (+5.1%)
$463,783 + $224,431
$688,214
2012
$7,516 (+2.3%)
$461,687 + $223,417
$685,104
2011
$7,349 (+1.3%)
$452,634 + $219,036
$671,670
2010
$7,257 (−0.2%)
$443,759 + $214,741
$658,500
2009
$7,274 (+2.5%)
$440,442 + $213,136
$653,578
2008
$7,093
$441,488 + $213,642
$655,130
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
45,433
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
2,271
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10752119
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on Jan 21, 2025.
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.
Freedom Blvd Exit off Higway 1. Freedom Blvd. to Hames Road. Right on Hames Road. Bear right on Hames Rd at intersection with Pleasant Valley Rd. Cross Eureka Canyon/Corralitos Rds at the Market, #50 on right just after the Church and before the bridge.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,271
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.04 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10752119
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 21, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
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Schools
Bradley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
8/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 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
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14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.40M – $1.69M
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