Listed 40 days ago · June 24, 2026 | MLS# ML82048608
$665/sqft -31% vs Santa Cruz avg
What this means: Priced below the Santa Cruz per-sqft average. Compare to recent sales below for context.
Est. $7,115/moP&I $5,708 · Tax $1,146 · Insurance $262 · HOA $0Assumes 20% down ($220,000) at 6.75% · Contact Timothy for a lender referralAegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use the applicable county average property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
Active listing in Santa Cruz, Santa Clara County. Convenient access to schools, parks, and Bay Area employment centers.
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3 Bed / 2 Bath / 1,654 sqft on 22,521 sqft Lot
Spec sheet at a glance. See full details below for interior, exterior, and lot features.
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Listed at $1.1M vs City Average $1.8M
$665/sqft compared to Santa Cruz avg $964/sqft (-31.0%).
Best fit forActive BuyersSanta Cruz SearchersMove-Up / Move-In
About This Home
Mountain living without the steep mountain roads! Located on easy, well-maintained paved roads with neighborhood speed bumps, this Bonny Doon property offers a rare combination of convenience, privacy, and usability. Situated on a flat, usable 22,521+ SF lot, the outdoor space is ready for gardens, pets, play, or future potential for an ADU, home office, art or yoga studio.
The horseshoe driveway provides exceptional access and abundant parking, with room for multiple vehicles, an RV, boat, or Airstream, plus an oversized 2-car garage. Enjoy outdoor living on the updated Trex-style deck and patio overlooking the spacious yard.
Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen with abundant cabinet space, updated electrical, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, reverse osmosis drinking water system, new furnace, new water heater, freshly filled propane tank for new buyer, and a large crawlspace with standard door access for additional storage.
Ideally located just off Empire Grade near world-class mountain biking & home of Joby. Home is approx 4min to Cal Fire, 12min to Felton, 15min to Davenport beaches and Hwy 1, 16min to UCSC, 25min to the Beach Boardwalk, 40min to Los Gatos (dependent on traffic), and about an hour to Pacifica via scenic Highway 1- Plus the many local BD wineries to taste!
MLS ID #ML82048608, Loren Morse. Listing provided by eXp Realty of California Inc · MLSListings Inc.
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Property Details
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1983
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 Full
Living Area
1,654 sqft
Lot Size
22,521 sqft
Garage
2 Spaces
Price/sqft
$665
County
SantaCruz
MLS Number
ML82048608
Status
Active
Stories
N/A
HOA
None
Interior Features
CentralForcedAir, Fireplace, Stove_Wood
Exterior & Lot
Composition, Shingle Roof2-Car Garage0.52 Acres
Location
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252 Nichols DR, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 · SantaCruz County
Market Context
Price Positioning
$Price context: Listed at $665/sqft vs Santa Cruz avg $964/sqft (31.0% below).
$Sale-to-list: Santa Cruz homes selling at 101.0% of asking.
⏲Velocity: City avg 28 days. This home: 40 days.
🏠Inventory:41 3-bedroom homes currently available in Santa Cruz.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Timothy Alston, Broker, DRE# 01328224.
Want to know what this home will actually sell for? Get a data-backed offer range based on recent comparable sales.
EmpireGradeRoad in Santa Cruz, California (95060) continues to attract significant buyer interest. 252 Nichols DR, a 3-bedroom single-family home with 1,654 square feet of living space, is listed for $1,100,000. The surrounding market reflects strong demand for properties in this price segment.
3-Bedroom Homes for Sale in Santa Cruz 95060
Browse 3-bedroom single-family home listings in the EmpireGradeRoad area of Santa Cruz. Properties in 95060 are currently averaging $964 per square foot with 28 days on market.
What to Expect When Buying in EmpireGradeRoad
The EmpireGradeRoad market in Santa Cruz features a mix of single-family home properties ranging from starter homes to luxury estates. Current inventory levels suggest active conditions for buyers in this area.
Listed at $1,100,000 ($665/sqft). Santa Cruz avg is $964/sqft, placing this 31.0% below. Comparable recent sales help frame the value.
Listed 40 days (as of June 24, 2026). Santa Cruz average is 28 days.
Est. $7,115/mo with 20% down ($220,000) at 6.75%. Includes principal & interest ($5,708), property tax ($1,146), and insurance ($262). HOA: None. Aegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use the applicable county average property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
There are 163 active listings in Santa Cruz (41 are 3-bedroom). At $1,100,000 this is positioned against the city average of $1,791,662. Similar homes have sold at 101.0% of asking.
3-bedroom homes in Santa Cruz (95060) are currently averaging $964 per square foot. Market activity shows homes spending an average of 28 days on market in this area.
252 Nichols DR in Santa Cruz is currently listed at $1,100,000. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home is located in the EmpireGradeRoad area.
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