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Property Description
Rare opportunity to assume a 2.75% VA loan with an approximate balance of $785,000 significantly below current market rates. Nestled in the redwoods of Brookdale, this mid-century modern 2BD/2BA cabin with a spacious loft features soaring windows, abundant natural light, and a seamless connection to nature. The updated kitchen includes all new appliances, complemented by a wood burning stove and new furnace for year-round comfort. Set on a private 0.91-acre lot, the property offers exceptional outdoor living with extensive fire-hardening, hardscaping, and curated landscaping. Enjoy an outdoor kitchen, hot tub, and multiple entertaining spaces. A large, flat upper area with fire road access provides potential for future development (buyer to verify). Additional highlights include: a new roof with a 10 year warranty, enclosed shed/workshop and additional garden shed, ample off-street parking, and basement storage. A turnkey mountain retreat combining modern upgrades, usable land, and a rare financing advantage just minutes from town and an easy commute to Santa Cruz or Silicon Valley.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 973 Forest Way
General
- Price: $895,000
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82040746
- Updated: 4/6/2026
- Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Wood Stove
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Street Parking
Location
- Area: Brookdale
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: High Street
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Gas, Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Standard Septic System
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 1,701
- Year Built: 1948
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.906
- Minimum Lot Size: 39465
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 39,465
- Zoning: R-1-1AC
Listed by Vista Properties Inc, Brielle Bariteau
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Schools
Schools serving 973 Forest Way
School District:San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Boulder Creek Elementary School, Boulder Creek, CA 400 West Lomond Street, Boulder Creek, CA 95006 | K-5 | 1.6 mi |
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School 7179 Hacienda Way, Felton, CA 95018 | 6-8 | 3.1 mi |
San Lorenzo Valley High School 7105 Highway 9, Felton, CA 95018 | 9-12 | 3.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 973 Forest Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/28/2026
Listed
$895,000
5.29%
MLS
11/13/2021
Sold
$850,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 973 Forest Way
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,485
—
$902,026
4%
2023
$10,494
2%
$867,000
2%
2022
$10,249
14%
$850,000
15%
2021
$8,962
4%
$741,081
1%
2020
$8,614
6%
$733,482
2%
2019
$8,164
48%
$719,100
50%
2018
$5,534
2%
$478,543
2%
2017
$5,447
2%
$469,161
2%
2016
$5,348
2%
$459,961
2%
2015
$5,243
2%
$453,052
2%
2014
$5,156
12%
$444,177
12%
2013
$4,623
—
$397,500
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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973 Forest Way, Brookdale, CA 95007 (MLS# ML82040746) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 973 Forest Way is currently listed for $895,000 and was received on March 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 973 Forest Way? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Brookdale? You can browse all Brookdale real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

