252 Nichols DRSANTA CRUZ, CA 95060

Single Family · 3 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 1,654 Sq. ft.
$1,100,000 Active

252 Nichols DR Overview

Time on Site:
6 days
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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!

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252 Nichols DR Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,654
  • Price/Sq.ft. $665

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: 0

School Information

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1983

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Santa Cruz
  • MLS Area Major: Empire Grade Road

General Information

  • Parcel Number: 080-152-21-000
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Zoning: RA

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

General Information

  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Heating: Central Forced Air,Fireplace ,Stove - Wood
  • Laundry Features: In Garage,Washer / Dryer
  • Living Area: 1654

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage,Parking Area,Room for Oversized Vehicle
  • Parking Total: 6

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Grade - Mostly Level,Views
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Water Source: Water Treatment System,Well,Well - Shared

Waterfront/View

  • View: Forest / Woods,Garden / Greenbelt

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Roof: Composition,Shingle

General Information

  • Fencing: Fenced,Gate
  • Horse: No
  • Pool Private: 0
  • Sewer: Existing Septic,Septic Standard
  • Utilities: Generator,Individual Electric Meters,Propane On Site

252 Nichols DR Neighborhood

Community

95060 (SANTA CRUZ) Demographics

35
Median Age
688
Population Density (per sq. mile)
62%
College Educated
$87,159
Estimated Median Income
9,746
Estimated Total Home Owners
9,284
Estimated Total Renters
51% / 49%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

252 Nichols DR Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

252 Nichols DR Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$1,794,932
Average List Price
$855
Average Price per Square Foot
41
Properties Sold
129
Average Days on Market
262
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

252 Nichols DR History

Date Event Value Agent
6/24/2026Source: bridgeMLS Added to Database
June 24, 2026
6/24/2026Source: CRMLS Added to Database
June 24, 2026
6/24/2026Source: MLSListings Added to Database
June 24, 2026
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