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Property Description
Beautifully remodeled single-level home set on 3 peaceful acres just minutes from town. Step inside the formal foyer and immediately notice the gorgeous Hickory wood floors, soaring vaulted ceilings, and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light. Bright living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace and French doors leading to the front deck. The spacious kitchen offers abundant Alder Wood cabinetry, granite slab counters, and stainless-steel appliances, flowing seamlessly into the expansive family room with vaulted ceilings, large windows, a cozy hearth, and bar area an ideal gathering space. The formal dining room opens to a private deck perfect for morning coffee or al fresco dining. The primary suite features a large walk-in closet, beautifully tiled en suite with double sinks, and direct yard access. Four additional guest bedrooms and two full baths offer plenty of space, including one oversized bedroom with private deck access. Enjoy a beautifully hardscaped patio surrounded by blooming gardens, plus fenced garden beds, chicken coop, shed, and play structure. 3-car garage with EV charger, owned solar with battery backup, newer electrical and plumbing, private well with filtration. AWARD WINNING schools, near shopping, trails, beaches, and Silicon Valley.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 225 Nelson Rd
General
- Price: $1,789,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82035262
- Updated: 3/5/2026
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Formal Entry, Great Room, Laundry Room
- Interior Features: High Ceiling , Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), 1 Shower over Tub, 2 Stall Showers or More
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom Features: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Island, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking
Location
- Area: Scotts Valley North
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Lockhart Gulch Rd
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air)
Utilities
- Sewer: Standard Septic System
- Water: Water Filter (Owned), Domestic Well
- Utility Description: Propane on Site
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 3,119
- Year Built: 1978
Lot Features
- Property View: Forest / Woods, Mountains
- Minimum Lot Size: 130680
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 130,680
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck , Fenced, Low Maintenance, Storage Shed / Structure
- Zoning: PR/SU
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Listed by KW Thrive Santa Cruz, Robert Aldana
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Schools
Schools serving 225 Nelson Rd
School District:Scotts Valley Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brook Knoll Elementary School 151 Brook Knoll Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 | K-5 | 3 mi |
Scotts Valley Middle School 8 Bean Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Scotts Valley High School 555 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 | 9-12 | 1.7 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 225 Nelson Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/04/2026
Listed
$1,789,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 225 Nelson Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,688
9%
$898,820
4%
2023
$9,844
2%
$863,918
2%
2022
$9,685
3%
$846,977
2%
2021
$9,394
1%
$830,370
1%
2020
$9,321
1%
$821,856
2%
2019
$9,185
5%
$805,741
2%
2018
$8,761
—
$789,942
—
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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225 Nelson Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 (MLS# ML82035262) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 225 Nelson Rd is currently listed for $1,789,000 and was received on March 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 225 Nelson Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Scotts Valley? You can browse all Scotts Valley real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

