Felton Homes under $1.25 million

Welcome to Felton, California – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Santa Cruz County! Known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant community spirit, Felton offers a unique blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure. Surrounded by towering redwoods and lush landscapes, this picturesque town is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat while still being close to the excitement of the California coast.

Felton is home to several attractions, including the iconic Big Trees State Park, where you can immerse yourself in nature with miles of hiking trails and breathtaking scenery. The charming downtown area boasts local shops, delightful eateries, and a warm community atmosphere that welcomes newcomers with open arms. Whether you’re exploring the historic Felton Covered Bridge or enjoying a day at the nearby Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, there’s no shortage of activities to keep you entertained.

For potential homeowners, Felton offers an enticing real estate market with a variety of homes priced under $1.25 million. Here, you can find cozy cottages, spacious family homes, and modern retreats that cater to diverse lifestyles. With its affordable housing options, Felton is an ideal location for first-time buyers, growing families, and anyone looking to embrace a serene lifestyle amidst nature.

Living in Felton means enjoying a close-knit community, stunning scenery, and easy access to the beautiful beaches of Santa Cruz—all at an affordable price. Discover your dream home in this enchanting town and become part of a community where adventure and tranquility go hand in hand!

Newest Felton Homes under $1.25 million

$579,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82063692 MLS ⋅ Active Status

An opportunity to finish a near completed home and be the first to live in it. You could save some money and/or make some money. It's in a great near town and school's location. This is a modular, prefab, manufactured home that is in place. It just needs the finishing touches to put it fully together and the new septic system, both combined costs approximately $80,000. The lot has views of the San Lorenzo River, and privacy out the back. The living room, kitchen, and porch are all oriented to take advantage of the river views. The lot also has natural gas, so no propane hassles. The water, gas, and electric are all on the site or at the street. There will be sidewalks soon for ease of walking to town or to the close by schools.

6794 Highway 9, Felton

$695,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82065068 MLS ⋅ Active Status ⋅ Forest Lakes Municipal Water Co. BLDG.

I found what to give your partner for the holidays....... this amazing house. Picture this: its Saturday morning. The coffee is brewing in a kitchen where every appliance is brand new, the sun is pouring in, and your to-do list is blissfully empty, because the sellers already did it. This one-level Felton home has been refreshed from the inside out and is ready for your first night. At 864 sq ft, the layout is easy and comfortable: two bedrooms, one bath, and zero stairs. Theres no wasted space and no long walks to the other end of the house. Everything is right where you want it. Step outside, and theres room to breathe. The sunny, relatively flat lot of almost half an acre gives you space for the cars, the boat, the RV, the toys, and the friends who always show up with one more vehicle. The clean garage is ready for projects, tools, or the gear that never quite fits anywhere else. When summer arrives, you'll have Forest Lakes community swimming area access just down the road, a nice reward for a day well spent. Municipal water service keeps things simple, and as part of a Firewise community, you may qualify for homeowner insurance discounts. Updated, easy, and ready for whatever you're planning next. Come see it and imagine your first Saturday morning here.

1899 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Felton

$749,999

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82060271 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Tucked into Fall Creek, one of Felton's most sought-after neighborhoods, this charming single-level home delivers a rare combination of privacy & walkability. Step inside to vaulted, open-beam ceilings & a family room off the kitchen draped in atrium-like windows, where the trees & filtered light become part of the room. Morning coffee here feels like sitting in the forest, & on cool evenings, the living room wood burning stove becomes the coziest spot in the house to curl up with a book or gather with friends. Out back, decking extends the living space outdoors & a separate-entrance flex space under the home, with plumbing, adds room for a studio, home office, gear or storage. Leave the car parked. Easy stroll to SLV schools, parks, pump track & downtown Felton w/ local restaurants, cafes, shops, grocery stores & a seasonal farmers' market, all within short walking distances. For anyone who loves the outdoors, the Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is practically in your backyard. Trailheads lead to miles of pristine hiking and equestrian trails winding along Fall Creek beneath the redwoods. Bike to nearby Mountain Biking Trails. A peaceful retreat with real walkability & charm to spare, in one of the Santa Cruz Mountains prime locations. You'll love it here!

484 Fall Creek Terrace, Felton

$349,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82064761 MLS ⋅ Active Status ⋅ Mount Herman Association BLDG.

Located in Mount Hermon, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,064 square feet of living space on a 5,053 square foot lot. The reverse floor plan features a living room with a pellet stove fireplace, providing warmth and a cozy atmosphere. The single full bathroom includes a tub. The dining area is integrated into the living room, and there is no separate family room. Heating is provided by the pellet stove, and there is no cooling system installed. The property does not include a garage. The home is situated within the San Lorenzo Valley Unified elementary school district. This residence combines efficient use of space and a practical layout in a serene Mount Hermon setting.

46 Woodwardia Avenue, Felton

$699,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82063679 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to Lake Boulevard, your new home in the enchanting redwood forest! Enjoy nature all around you in this thoughtfully updated gem. This 3 bedroom, two bathroom, two-story home boasts vaulted ceilings, abundant windows, skylights, & modern finishes. Kitchen has been updated with quartz counters and new appliances. Primary suite features a loft and private bathroom with stall shower. Several decks overlook the forest - perfect for BBQs, morning coffee, or afternoon relaxation! House has fresh paint, carpet, and many other upgrades. Conventional septic system. San Lorenzo Valley Water District. Pacific Gas and Electric. Comcast high speed internet available. This ~1/8 acre property makes for efficient, easy-living, where you can enjoy the storybook-like setting. Parking for ~2 cars. Prime location 10 minutes to Felton, 15 to Scotts Valley, & 20 minutes to Santa Cruz. With the splendor of Loch Lomond Recreation Area just minutes away! This home is move-in ready; the only thing missing is you!

12290 Lake Boulevard, Felton

$1,239,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82062666 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Over half an acre in Felton , a fireside living room, and a hot soak under the stars: this Felton home makes slowing down easy. Set on a 27,617 sq ft lot, it offers 2,274 sq ft of living space with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Vaulted and open-beam ceilings, skylights, towering windows and bay windows bring in natural light and architectural character. Freshly retextured drywall gives the interior a clean, updated feel. The living room centers on a cozy fireplace, while a separate family room downstairs provide plenty of room to spread out, gather, and entertain. Kitchen and primary bathroom recently fully remodeled. Tile and wood flooring run throughout, and indoor laundry adds everyday convenience. Out back, a freestanding finished office offers a quiet place to work, and a greenhouse awaits your green thumb. An above-ground electric jetted spa on the deck with gorgeous, distant mountain views is ready for cool mountain evenings. A two-car garage offers parking and storage, and central forced-air heating keeps winters cozy. Plentiful extra parking with boat/rv parking also on site. Space, light, and a peaceful mountain setting, all in one private Santa Cruz Mountains home.

1150 El Solyo Heights Drive, Felton

$990,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82062449 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Serenity awaits at this haven in the trees! Located in Felton and so close to the Trout Farm pool and restaurant fun, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home really feels like you have gotten away yet so close too! Approximately 1,300 square feet of living space in the main house, plus a 1 bed 1 bath below currently renting at $1600 a month, are set on a 12,023-square-foot lot amongst the majestic healing redwoods and the babblling brook below. Plenty of parking for all and a flat entertainment area with both sun and shade is what you walk up to first. Once inside, the kitchen features a gas cooktop and refrigerator, complemented by an eat-in design for casual dining. Laminate flooring runs throughout the home, providing a cohesive and low-maintenance finish. The living room includes a wood-burning fireplace, adding warmth and character to the space. Laundry is conveniently accommodated with a washer and dryer area in both the main house and the unit below. Additional features include 2 newer mini splits offering heating and cooling in the main house, ceiling fans, and skylights that brings natural light into the interior. Unit below has forced heat. The property also includes storage sheds for extra storage, a newer hot tub, and a built in BBQ.

9545 E Zayante Road, Felton

$795,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82062243 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Offered to the market for the first time, this legacy Felton property presents a rare opportunity in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Set on approximately 1.06 acres of remarkably flat, usable land, the property combines space, privacy, character, and versatility in a setting that is increasingly hard to find. At the heart of the property is a classic log cabin offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,253 square feet of living space. Full of rustic charm, the home offers a rare opportunity for a new owner to update, restore, and make it their own while preserving its unique character. Outside, the expansive level grounds provide room to garden, entertain, recreate, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A wonderful barn adds even more flexibility, offering space for your toys, equipment, workshop, or additional storage. Despite the private mountain setting, the property is only a few minutes from Scotts Valley, keeping shopping, dining, schools, and everyday conveniences close by. Properties with this combination of usable land, a log cabin, a barn, and generations of history rarely come available. This is a special chance to create your own vision and carry a true legacy property into its next chapter. *Property does not qualify for conventional financing, work needed*

7267 W Zayante Road, Felton

$897,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ML82061056 MLS ⋅ Active Status ⋅ Mount Hermon Park BLDG.

Seller is motivated and ready to sell. Move in and work as you go to improve the property. Located in beautiful Mount Hermon Park, minutes to Hwy 17, Hwy 1, Downtown Santa Cruz, Beaches, shopping, dining, hiking trails and parks. Newer remodeled kitchen features warm honey-toned cabinetry, with dark granite countertops. Vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling with open exposed beams in Living Room with brick gas fireplace. Nice sized bedrooms, new carpet and fresh paint throughout. Half bath upstairs and 2 full downstairs. Bonus Room. 2- car garage and additional off-street parking. Easy access from Graham Hill Rd. Distant mountain views, fenced backyard and plenty of room for gardening. Leased Tesla Solar system pays for itself. Generator hooked up and ready. New Septic Tank. Mount Hermon Assoc. provides water, maintains the roads, trails & bridges/current annual fee: $1307(annual) plus water usage (very reasonable). NOT an HOA. This is a great opportunity for handy person, contractor or investor. Priced to sell as is allowing for the expense of making deferred maintenance repairs and improvements. Easiest way to access once on Graham Hill Road towards Felton: first right PAST Summit Ave. is Grandview. From Felton, first left past Roaring Camp Railroad entrance is Grandview.

41 Grandview Avenue, Felton

$875,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ML82061236 MLS ⋅ Active Status ⋅ Gold Gulch River Community BLDG.

This home is where mid-century modern style meets the natural beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains - a truly unique retreat tucked away in a highly desirable, intimate community along a quiet loop street beneath majestic redwoods. This thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a contemporary designer aesthetic that sets it apart. Abundant windows bring in beautiful natural light while creating a wonderful connection to the surrounding forest. The inviting interior showcases engineered English oak flooring, beamed ceilings, and a beautifully appointed kitchen with maple butcher-block countertops, stainless steel appliances and a farmhouse sink. Step outside and discover an enchanting setting reflecting the best of mountain living, with low-maintenance landscaping, a sun deck, peaceful pathways and a spacious glass tea house perfect for relaxing. Additional features include a tankless water heater, EV charging and a mini-split system for cooling on warmer days. Enjoy access to a private beach along the San Lorenzo River, all while being just minutes from charming downtown Felton and a short drive to Santa Cruz. A rare opportunity to enjoy MCM style, natural beauty and the peace and tranquility of redwood living while still being close to it all.

135 Beth Drive, Felton

$825,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82060457 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Set on approximately .70 acre in the heart of Felton, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,008 sq ft of comfortable living space and exceptional versatility. Thoughtful renovations include a new roof, siding and flooring, newer water heater and appliances, and a refreshed deck. The kitchen features granite counters and a gas range, while inside laundry, double-pane windows, ceiling fans, a whole-house fan and central forced-air gas heat add everyday comfort. Outdoor living shines with a spacious, sun-drenched deck, newer garden sitting area, enclosed organic garden and play structure for the kids. Three individual garages, each with its own garage door, offer abundant flexibility: one is used as a workout room/home gym with a private office accessed through a rear door, while two are currently used for storage. Enjoy a highly walkable location near SLV schools, hiking trails and downtown Felton's Music Hall, brewery, farmers market, bakery, restaurants and shops. Renowned mountain biking is close by, and the Caltrans pedestrian walkway under construction will be a wonderful bonus once complete. Convenient to Highways 1 and 17 for easy access to Santa Cruz beaches, Los Gatos and the Bay Area, plus Monterey and Carmel.

6667 Highway 9, Felton

$153,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ML82060443 MLS ⋅ Active Status

RED-TAGGED PROPERTY CONTRACTOR/REHAB OPPORTUNITY. Nestled among the redwoods in a peaceful mountain setting, this property offers a unique opportunity for a buyer, builder, or contractor seeking a substantial renovation project. Enjoy Redwood decks overlooking Maple, Redwood, and Bay trees, along with a private walking bridge spanning Lompico Creek and providing views of the surrounding natural setting. The sale includes three parcels: APNs 075-331-06 and 075-331-07 on Lompico Road, and APN 075-111-25 on Creekwood Road. The property is currently RED TAGGED and requires significant repairs and rehabilitation. The project may include construction of a large engineered retaining wall, removing debris from a landslide from the rear of the property, septic tank replacement, and a complete renovation of the residence.

10857 Lompico Road, Felton

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