Welcome to 525 El Rio! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is nestled on a quiet street within a 55+ community, offering the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Recently updated with a new roof and fresh carpet, this property presents an excellent opportunity for you to add your personal touch and make it your own. Offering exceptional value, this inviting residence features a traditional brick fireplace that creates a warm and welcoming living space. The backyard includes a dedicated gardening area, perfect for planting flowers, herbs, or your favorite vegetables. Relax in a serene setting while enjoying all that this well-maintained community has to offer. Don't miss this chance to create the home you've always dreamed of - come see 525 El Rio today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
3,136 sq ftLot Size
$527Price/Sq.Ft.
$3/moHOA Dues
1 car garageParking
Listed by Alicia Danna•DRE #02133981• Bailey Properties
Contact: 831-235-0769
Bought with Jesse Dyer•DRE #02209031• KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Est. $2,466 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 525 El Rio St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82054066
Sep 15, 2026
Sold
$490,000
$527/sq ft
Sep 15, 2026
Sold
$490,000
$527/sq ft
Aug 22, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 31, 2026
Listed
$515,000
$554/sq ft
Jul 31, 2026
Listed
$515,000
$554/sq ft
+28
Welcome to 525 El Rio! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is nestled on a quiet street within a 55+ community, offering the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Recently updated with a new roof and fresh carpet, this property presents an excellent opportunity for you to add your personal touch and make it your own. Offering exceptional value, this inviting residence features a traditional brick fireplace that creates a warm and welcoming living space. The backyard includes a dedicated gardening area, perfect for planting flowers, herbs, or your favorite vegetables. Relax in a serene setting while enjoying all that this well-maintained community has to offer. Don't miss this chance to create the home you've always dreamed of - come see 525 El Rio today!
Public Records
Apr 23, 1997
Sold
$70,000
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1975
Sold
$26,000
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,051 (+18.7%)
$16,782 + $47,764
$64,546
2024
$885 (+1.7%)
$16,453 + $46,828
$63,281
2023
$871 (+1.9%)
$16,453 + $46,828
$63,281
2022
$854 (+3.8%)
$16,131 + $45,909
$62,040
2021
$823 (+1.3%)
$15,814 + $45,009
$60,823
2020
$812 (+1.9%)
$15,504 + $44,127
$59,631
2019
$798 (+2.6%)
$15,345 + $43,674
$59,019
2018
$777 (+1.0%)
$15,044 + $42,818
$57,862
2017
$769 (+2.7%)
$14,461 + $41,156
$55,617
2016
$749 (+0.5%)
$14,461 + $41,156
$55,617
2015
$745 (+2.1%)
$14,177 + $40,349
$54,526
2014
$730 (−0.1%)
$13,690 + $38,964
$52,654
2013
$731 (+4.6%)
$13,690 + $38,964
$52,654
2012
$699 (+2.2%)
$13,628 + $38,788
$52,416
2011
$684 (+1.2%)
$13,361 + $38,027
$51,388
2010
$676 (−0.1%)
$13,099 + $37,281
$50,380
2009
$677 (+2.4%)
$13,001 + $37,002
$50,003
2008
$661
$13,032 + $37,090
$50,122
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,136 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1976
Sq. Ft.
930
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
01741507
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
R-1P
Single-Family Planned Residential District
The purpose of the Single-Family Planned Residential District is to stabilize and protect the residential characteristics of the district, to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life, to provide for single-family dwellings on individual lots and the services appurtenant thereto, and to retain in perpetuity the special conditions and modifications of the Master Plan and tentative maps imposed on all development located within the R-1P District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathroom Description: Tub
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Wall Furnace
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Yard/Grounds: Backyard
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Slab
Pool Information
Pool Description: Other (See Remarks)
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 930
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 747362
Restrictions: Senior Community, Senior Community (1 Resident 55+), Senior Community (55+)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
HOA Information
Has HOA
Fees Include: Other (See Remarks)
HOA Amenities: Other (See Remarks)
HOA Fee: $30
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
HOA Name: De Camera Management
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 930
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3,136 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 1976
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 01741507
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Ann Soldo Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Lakeview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
1/10
Watsonville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Watsonville, CA • 95076
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$470,000 – $569,000
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