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Property Description
Live above the city. Buy below the bank. At 1326 Santa Cruz Drive, you can have the view and keep six figures in your pocket. This exceptional property offers a seller financing option, a rare opportunity that can save buyers significant interest payments when compared to today's market rates. For buyers who don't want to overpay banks and would rather build real equity, this creates a dramatically lower true cost of ownership than competing homes. Set high above the street on a highly coveted stretch of Santa Cruz Drive, this home delivers a rural, palatial estate feel with unobstructed Sierra Nevada views, endless sunshine, and open vistas in every direction. With no HOA, you'll enjoy total freedom and privacy while remaining close to town. Nearly every room captures the views, filling the home with natural light and a constant connection to the surrounding landscape. Two fireplaces add warmth and ambiance, while expansive windows frame the mountains and city below. The sellers have made major investments in landscaping and outdoor living, creating a true retreat ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings under the stars. The oversized corner lot offers exceptional flexibility, with room to add an ADU, pool, or sports court-perfect for long-term value and lifestyle expansion. Practical features complete the package, including RV parking, a huge 3-car garage, and the peace of mind of being connected to city sewer (completed just two years ago). With unmatched views, flexible land, no HOA, rare financing terms, and a premier elevated location, 1326 Santa Cruz Drive stands apart as one of the most unique and financially strategic opportunities on the market.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1326 Santa Cruz Dr
General
- Price: $979,888
- Taxes: $3,591
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2502
- MLS ID: 260000995
- Updated: 3/18/2026
- Added to Site: 95 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas, Insert
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Cabinets, Laundry Room, Shelves, Sink, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Dog Run, Rain Gutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch, Covered, Patio, Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad, RV Access/Parking
Location
- County: Douglas
- Subdivision: Mission Hot Springs
School Information
- Elementary School: Pinon Hills
- Middle School: Carson Valley
- High School: Douglas
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
- Heating Type: ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Internet Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Avai
Structural Information
- Property Detached: Yes
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Roof: Composition, Pitched, Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Rods, Vinyl Frames
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 2676
- Square Feet: 2,676
- Living Area: 2,676 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1993
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Desert, Meadow, Mountain(s), Ski Resort, Trees/Woods, Valley
- Mountain views: Yes
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.7
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 30,492
- Frontage: Other
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Sloped Down, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Zoning: SF
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $366.18
- Tax Amount: $3,591.65
- Terms: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA, Owner May Carry, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Agent Owned
- APN: 1420-21-810-006
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Schools
Schools serving 1326 Santa Cruz Dr
School District:Douglas County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pinon Hills Elementary School 1479 Stephanie Way, Minden, NV 89423 | PK-6 | 1.3 mi |
Carson Valley Middle School 1477 North Highway 395, Gardnerville, NV 89410 | 7-9 | 7.8 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 1326 Santa Cruz Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/17/2026
Price Reduced
$979,888
-4.85%
MLS
1/29/2026
Listed
$1,029,888
99.98%
MLS
5/29/2007
Sold
$515,000
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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 1326 Santa Cruz Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,592
6%
$171,124
3%
2023
$3,385
6%
$166,520
16%
2021
$3,191
-3%
$143,043
-6%
2022
$3,287
6%
$152,253
10%
2020
$3,098
6%
$138,871
6%
2019
$2,920
—
$130,676
8%
2019
$2,920
3%
$121,030
5%
2018
$2,835
3%
$115,308
8%
2017
$2,763
—
$107,001
—
2016
$2,758
3%
$107,349
-4%
2015
$2,678
—
$111,487
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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.
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1326 Santa Cruz Drive, Minden, NV 89423 (MLS# 260000995) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1326 Santa Cruz Drive is currently listed for $979,888 and was received on January 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 1326 Santa Cruz Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Minden? You can browse all Minden real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

