This is the home you've been waiting for, where the warmth of a turn-of-the-century country farmhouse meets the convenience of in-town living, in the heart of a well-established, sought-after Eastside neighborhood. Set on a lot just under 10K sq ft, the home offers a rare blend of space, charm, and lifestyle. It lists as 3BR, but the flexible floor plan with extra office, den, and family rooms can easily live as a 4 or 5BR, plus a generous attic perfect for hobbies or children's hideaway. The deep, drive-through garage is ideal for projects, while the backyard feels like an urban farm. A true gardeners delight overflowing with veggies and flowers thriving in rich organic soil, towering sunflowers, birds and butterflies. To complete this backyard haven, a chicken coop, kid's clubhouse and a stand of redwoods waiting for a hammock. Generous wraparound, front porch, high ceilings, and wood details are a nod to the homes history, while quality double pane windows, extensive structural and electrical upgrading, and a remodeled kitchen make for easy living. The location puts you a short stroll or bike ride to Whole Foods, Shoppers Corner, Tacos Moreno, Friday Midtown and favorite shops - proof you can have the feel of country living and the best of Santa Cruz, right at your doorstep

If what you want is big and beautiful, welcome to this centrally located, move-in ready Santa Cruz home, offering 2500+ sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, with 3 bedrooms, den and family room, and a deep 2 car garage with 220V for EV charging, plus a bonus room on the back well-suited for gym, workshop or added play room. Built in 2012, this one lives and feels like new. Drought-tolerant plantings and patio space keeps upkeep to a minimum, giving you more fun time to enjoy nearby DeLaveaga Park and golf course, hiking and biking trails, Midtown and downtown shops and eateries. And this prime location for commuters lets you skip the Fishhook traffic. A well-appointed kitchen makes entertaining a breeze with ample cabinets and granite countertops, walk-in pantry, generous center island with seating for four, and an adjacent dining area to fit the largest of tables. Market Street easily provides all the parking you need for guests. Generous primary suite has a big walk-in closet, dual sinks, separate soaking tub and shower. Thoughtful ideas and modern conveniences abound with high ceilings, central heating/AC, dual-pane windows, energy-efficient fixtures and appliances, and an upstairs laundry room conveniently put between the bedrooms. Now is not the time to wait!

Imagine a big, sunny backyard, no neighbors behind you, and everything you need just minutes away. This desirable single-level in Scotts Valley offers comfort, privacy, and room to spread out, all on a generous 10K+ sq ft lot. With 3BRs and thoughtful remodeling to both the kitchen and bath, it strikes the perfect balance between move-in ready and full of potential. Generous windows and a slider open to a spacious yard with lush greenery beyond, while Carbonera Creek and tall fencing provides nice privacy and a natural buffer with no neighbors in sight. A covered patio extends the living space and invites you to settle into a comfy chair, sip something cold, and enjoy the simple pleasure of watching kids and pets play in the yard. Great sun exposure and fog-free Scotts Valley weather powers the solar system, and creates the perfect setting for gardening, entertaining, or even a future pool. Also an attached 2-car garage with workbench and storage above. The location is unbeatable, just a short stroll to shops, eateries, and Starbucks, and across the street from the popular Montessori school. With easy access to Highway 17 and top-rated Scotts Valley schools nearby, this is a home that offers both space and connection in a sought-after neighborhood. It's time to come home