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Property Description
Tucked into the serene redwoods of Bonny Doon, 8472 Empire Grade Road offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a comfortable, move-in-ready home paired with an exceptionally usable and expansive property. The offering includes two parcels totaling approximately 2.756 acres. The main parcel with the residence spans 1.834 acres, plus a neighboring .922-acre parcel is included in the sale. The 1,038 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 1bath home is thoughtfully laid out with the option for single-level living, featuring a ground floor bedroom and full bathroom. Upstairs, a cozy second bedroom showcases warm wood clad walls, forest view windows, and a generous closet, creating a peaceful retreat. The downstairs bedroom offers excellent storage with two large closet spaces. Recent updates to the kitchen and bathroom, along with new downstairs flooring, make this home truly move-in ready. Outside, the property shines with an impressive amount of flat, usable land, ample parking, and room to enjoy the outdoors, garden, or expand your vision. Backing directly to Fall Creek State Park, the property provides convenient access to miles of scenic trails and natural beauty. The location is both private and convenient, with easy access to UCSC, Santa Cruz, Felton, and Ben Lomond.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8472 Empire Grade
General
- Sold For: $875,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82030055
- Added to Site: 74 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Flooring: Vinyl / Linoleum
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: 1 Shower over Tub, Full on Ground Floor
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Family Room: No Family Room
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Parking Features: Gate / Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking
Location
- Area: Empire Grade Road
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Felton Empire
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air), Fireplace , Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Standard Septic System
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Propane on Site, Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 1,036
- Year Built: 1978
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.756
- Minimum Lot Size: 79889
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 79,889
- Zoning: RR
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Schools
Schools serving 8472 Empire Grade
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bonny Doon Elementary School 1492 Pine Flat Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | K-6 | 1.5 mi |
Mission Hill Middle School 425 King Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 7-8 | 8.4 mi |
Santa Cruz High School 415 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | 9-12 | 8.7 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 8472 Empire Grade
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/19/2026
Sold
$875,000
-2.67%
MLS
1/19/2026
Listed
$899,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8472 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (MLS# ML82030055) is a Single Family property that was sold at $875,000 on March 19, 2026. This property was listed by Daniel Oster from our Santa Cruz Office.Want to learn more about 8472 Empire Grade? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family 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.


