Recently Listed Open House 1/25 2pm - 4pm
8472 Empire Grade
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $ 899,000
Bedrooms2 Baths1.0 Sq 1,036 Monthly Estimate*
$ 5,535
for $899,000 with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This 1,036 square foot home was built in 1978 on a lot size of 1.834.
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.
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Open House
1/25/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
8472 Empire Grade Santa Cruz, CA
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 1036
Heating Forced Air Propane
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)
Roof Composition Shingles
Zoning RR
Garage Spaces 0
Year Built 1978
Property Subtype Detached
County Santa Cruz
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Garage Y/N No
Full Baths 1
Status Active
City Santa Cruz
High School District Santa Cruz City High
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 79889
Virtual Tour www.WeLoveBonnyDoon.com
Standard Status Active
Elementary School District Bonny Doon Union Elementary
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ExteriorParking Features Guest
Lot Features Horses Possible
Lot Size Area 2.756
Building Area Total 1036
Lot Size Acres 2.756
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InteriorFireplace Features Living Room
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 2
Kitchen Features Eat-in Kitchen
Total Baths 1
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByDaniel OsterListing Agent
Coldwell Banker RealtyBroker
daniel.oster@cbrealty.comEmail
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 1/19/2026 | $899,000 | | Listed Price |