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Property Description
Escape to the beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains with this peaceful parcel surrounded by redwoods and a peaceful natural setting. Enjoy beautiful views with ocean peeks from the upper portion of the property. A productive 640-foot deep well is already in place, providing a valuable head start for future plans. Ideally located near world-class outdoor recreation, including miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, while still offering convenient access to the beaches of Santa Cruz, West Side Santa Cruz, and downtown Felton. Explore nearby restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and the many amenities that make this area such a sought-after destination. Whether youre looking to create a mountain retreat or invest in a scenic property with excellent accessibility, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of nature and convenience. Seller will consider owner financing with $150,000 down and a 6% interest-only loan for up to 24 months.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 10520 Empire Grade
General
- Price: $350,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Residential Lots
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82052677
- Updated: 6/30/2026
- Added to Site: 21 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Location
- Area: Empire Grade Road
- County: Santa Cruz
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic System Connected
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Lot Features
- Property View: Ocean
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.718
- Minimum Lot Size: 74836
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 74,836
- Development Status: Unimproved Land
- Present Use: Vacant
- Zoning: RR
- Lot Description: Grade Slopes Up
- Fencing (Description): Partial Fencing
Listed by Room Real Estate, Tim Huxley
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Schools
Schools serving 10520 Empire Grade
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bonny Doon Elementary School 1492 Pine Flat Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | K-6 | 2.6 mi |
Mission Hill Middle School 425 King Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 7-8 | 10.3 mi |
Santa Cruz High School 415 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 9-12 | 10.6 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 10520 Empire Grade
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/30/2026
Listed
$350,000
66.67%
MLS
8/01/2016
Sold
$210,000
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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 10520 Empire Grade
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,765
12%
$214,964
4%
2023
$2,477
2%
$206,616
2%
2022
$2,439
2%
$202,565
2%
2021
$2,382
-21%
$198,593
-11%
2020
$3,023
14%
$222,854
2%
2019
$2,654
2%
$218,484
2%
2018
$2,610
5%
$214,200
2%
2017
$2,482
421%
$210,000
815%
2016
$476
18%
$22,944
2%
2015
$404
4%
$22,600
2%
2014
$390
1%
$22,156
—
2013
$388
—
$22,056
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 10520 Empire Grade
10520 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (MLS# ML82052677) is a Residential Lots property with a lot size of 1.7180 acres. 10520 Empire Grade is currently listed for $350,000 and was received on June 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 10520 Empire Grade? Do you have questions about finding other Residential Lots real estate for sale in Santa Cruz? You can browse all Santa Cruz real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

