The Draper Team:

Want to relax during the process of selling your home? Let our family take care of you. We are a family-owned, full-service boutique brokerage with over 60 years of combined local experience. From the first phone call through closing and beyond, our team is here to help you achieve your goals.

Selling Scotts Valley:

Since 1976, our family has been dedicated to serving the Scotts Valley community. With three generations of local knowledge and experience, we know the ins and outs of Scotts Valley real estate. We are passionate about our community and wholeheartedly believe it is the best place to raise a family.

Maximize Home Values With Professional Market Preparation:

Professional market preparation and artistic staging will ignite people's imagination, increase demand and dramatically improve your home value.

Our Process for Buyers:

Our goal is to make the process of purchasing your new home seamless & enjoyable.

Buyer Pre-Approval:

Next, it’s important to get pre-approved for your loan amount. This will give you the ability to make a competitive offer and demonstrate that you have the financial means to purchase the seller's property. We will discuss your financing options, recommend reputable mortgage lenders, and discuss any purchase incentives that may benefit you.

Showings:

It’s showing time! We’ll leverage our resources and show you listings that fit your criteria. When one feels like it’s calling your name, we’ll take you to a showing, provide you with insight into the property, neighborhood, & surrounding areas, evaluate pros & cons, and answer any questions you have. Let’s have some fun!

Writing an Offer:

You’ve found your dream home! Using our financial expertise, local knowledge, and current market data, we'll advise you to craft a compelling, well-prepared offer. You can trust us to walk you through contingencies, financing terms, and provide strong advocacy for your best interests. We’ve got your back.

Buyer Inspections:

Congrats, your offer was selected! Now what? Nobody wants surprises upon move-in, so it’s important to have a professional home inspector evaluate the property & inform us on its condition. Together we’ll discuss the report and advise you on the best course of action.

Escrow:

Now it’s time for the paperwork! You and the seller will send all agreed-upon items to an escrow holder until all terms are met. Then, many signatures later, it’s closed! We’ll manage the entire process for you- communication between parties, keeping track of all deadlines and advising & advocating for you every step. You're almost there!

Closing:

Finally, the moment you’ve been waiting for! Get ready to celebrate. After you and the seller sign your closing statements, the house is officially yours! Welcome home. You belong here!

Our Process for Sellers:

You can count on us to sell your home with the utmost care.

Consultation:

It’s not just a house, it’s your home. Our consultations are personalized so we can learn about your needs and wants. We recognize there may be emotional attachments involved, so we like to get a better understanding of what your home means to you and why you are choosing to sell.

Market Preparation:

Preparing your house for the market is our special sauce- we expertly evaluate your house and advise on upgrades that will help you maximize the return on your investment. Whether it’s freshly painted walls & tasteful staging or brand new flooring, landscaping, & lighting, we’re here to ensure it’s the best it can be for the market.

Marketing:

When it comes to marketing, you deserve the best. We provide a top-of-the-line marketing package that brings your house’s uniqueness to life. From high quality photography and videography to luxurious print brochures and digital marketing tools, we’ll get your house noticed by the right eyes.

Personally-Hosted Open Houses:

You can rest assured that we will personally host your open houses. We provide expert insight into your house’s selling points and the surrounding community and neighborhood. With a professional and cheerful manner, we’re confident that we’ll best represent you.

Reviewing Contracts:

Hooray, you’ve got an offer! With your best interests in mind, we’ll advise and ensure you are making well-informed decisions.

Escrow:

Now for the paperwork! We'll get all of the important documents signed and make sure everything proceeds smoothly through escrow. We'll manage the entire process for you- communication between parties, keeping track of all deadlines, and advising & advocating for you every step of the way. You're almost there!

Closing:

After you and the buyer sign your closing statements, it’s official. Congratulations, your house is sold! New adventures await as you begin your next chapter. We are honored to be on your team.

The Draper Team:

Want to relax during the process of selling your home? Let our family take care of you. We are a family-owned, full-service boutique brokerage with over 60 years of combined local experience. From the first phone call through closing and beyond, our team is here to help you achieve your goals.

Mandy Draper:

"A ‘people person’, Mandy goes above and beyond what anyone would expect in a real estate agent. By the end of a transaction, her clients feel that they have received exemplary real estate representation and a life-long friend."

Daughter of a Builder: Mandy Draper was born in Santa Cruz, California and has lived in Santa Cruz County all her life. Every home Mandy ever lived in as a child was built by her father, a local general contractor and designer. The sounds and smells of her father's job sites - concrete, steel and sawdust - are some of her earliest childhood memories. Eventually Mandy worked alongside her father as a carpenter for his residential construction company. From these beginnings she developed a lifelong love for homes, architecture, quality construction and real estate.

Education & Careers in Construction Management and Engineering: Her passion for construction would lead her to pursue a B.S. in Civil Engineering from San Jose State University where she graduated, Summa Cum Laude, in 2009. After completing her studies, Mandy went on to enjoy a successful career in construction management for a San Jose-based construction company. She quickly rose to a Project Manager role where she specialized in tenant improvements for prominent Bay Area institutions including Google and Stanford University. She also tried her hand in design as a staff engineer for a local Geotechincal Engineering firm. In 2024 she obtained her Class B General Building Contractor license (#1117746) to expand the services Community Real Estate provides to our clients. Our team is now licensed to perform whole home renovations so, if you find a home in a great location with good bones, but you want to rework the floor plan and install new finishes, we can help you with that too!

A Meticulous, Detail-Oriented Real Estate Agent: A top-producing local agent specializing in residential sales, Mandy believes that she has found her true calling. A methodical, detail-oriented thinker with a knack for problem-solving, Mandy is the quintessential project manager. Her meticulous nature assures that no detail is overlooked. Mandy knows the area and market intimately and has the relationships, knowledge, and drive needed to achieve the best results for her clients.

Matt Draper:

"Matt offers his clients an unparalleled level of service which results in long-lasting relationships, repeat clients, and referrals. He looks out for his client’s best interests at all times."

Born & Raised in Scotts Valley: Matt Draper was born and raised in Scotts Valley. Having attended the long-standing Vine Hill Elementary & Scotts Valley Middle Schools, he’s a true Scotts Valley local. His parents’ involvement in the community and careers as realtors shaped Matt’s appreciation for Scotts Valley. It was this upbringing that cultivated a deep-rooted value of connection and community.

Education & Early Career in Finance: Matt received his bachelor’s degree from Cal Poly, SLO in business finance & appraisal. He went on to work in lending and finance management for a Bay Area startup. In the early 2000s Matt left his career to join the family real estate business where he excels, unsurprisingly, in the financial aspects of real estate.

A Knowledgeable & Passionate Real Estate Agent: Between Matt’s wealth of knowledge of the local community and background in finance, working in real estate comes naturally. With a plethora of personal insight into Scotts Valley’s desirable neighborhoods, award-winning schools, and diverse recreation areas, he’s the perfect area specialist. Matt offers his clients an unparalleled level of service which results in long lasting relationships, repeat clients, and referrals. Specializing in income properties, he is particularly talented in helping his clients build wealth and passive income through their real estate investments. Matt’s strategy is simple- he looks out for his client’s best interests at all times.

Sue Draper:

"Sue has made Scotts Valley her home since 1976- she has a deep, personal connection to the community. With her local knowledge, experience, and tenacious attitude, Sue has sold more Scotts Valley Real Estate than any other name in the business."

A Rich Family History in Developing Scotts Valley: Sue Draper grew up in Santa Cruz, CA and began working for her father’s real estate development company as soon as she turned 14. She loved learning everything, from land acquisition to design and marketing. After earning her license in 1973, Sue formed a particular interest in Scotts Valley as her father’s company was heavily involved in the town’s residential and public school development.

40+ Years in Scotts Valley Real Estate: In love with Scotts Valley, Sue & her late husband Lee purchased a home of their own in Scotts Valley. They raised their two children, Matt and Kelsey, who went through Scotts Valley’s public schools and sports programs. Lee decided to join Sue in real estate, and the pair built a highly successful career as the first team to ever specialize in Scotts Valley. Sadly, Lee passed away in 2009 at the age of 58.

A Knowledgeable, Experienced, & Caring Real Estate Agent: Sue is continually honored as one of Santa Cruz County’s top-producing realtors. She has over 44 years of local experience and has helped clients navigate the sale of their properties through countless real estate cycles and climates. She offers her clients a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of real estate including lending, appraisal, title & escrow, real estate investment, exchanges, building & development, and much, much more.

Our Expertise:

You can trust in our extensive expertise, which includes: seamless market preparation project management, access to our network of construction professionals, professional property staging, highest quality digital & print marketing (no cost to the client), personally hosted open house, consistent communication, 60+ years of combined experience in the Scotts Valley real estate market

Our History:

Our family has been a part of the Scotts Valley community since the beginning. Matt’s grandparents helped develop some of Scotts Valley’s most iconic neighborhoods including Scotts Valley Heights. Matt's parents, Lee and Sue Draper, set roots in Scotts Valley in the 1970s and went on to become a highly successful real estate team and the first team ever to specialize in Scotts Valley.

As third generation local Realtors, Matt and Mandy are proud to continue to provide the Gold Standard of service the Draper Team has become known for. Matt adds his professional background in finance and appraisal to the mix and Mandy brings her in-depth knowledge of construction and engineering to the table. With over 60 years of combined experience, the Draper Team is a wealth of knowledge regarding all things Scotts Valley real estate.

California Distinguished Schools:

Scotts Valley public schools are among the best in Santa Cruz County and the United States. The California Department of Education has designated them as Gold Ribbon and California Distinguished Schools, indicating that they provide high-quality education. In addition to standard disciplines, the elementary schools provide music, art, and garden programs, and the high school offers rigorous International Baccalaureate and career-oriented ROCP courses. We are proud of our schools and adore our wonderful educators!

Community Events:

The community events in Scotts Valley are well-known & loved. The annual Art, Wine, and Beer Festival is one of the year's most popular events, with opportunities to shop local artists' work and enjoy wine and beer from nearby wineries and brewers. Residents also look forward to Food Truck Fridays at Skypark, which take place from late spring to early fall and features wonderful local food vendors and live music. A free concert series, outdoor movie nights, and 4th of July fireworks are among the other festivities the community enjoys throughout the year.

Parks & Recreation:

Scotts Valley offers various public parks that are perfect for all ages. From hiking trails, playgrounds, and tennis courts to soccer fields, basketball hoops, and bocce ball, there is always plenty to do. Popular parks include Siltanen, Skypark, Hocus Pocus, and McDorsa, and favorite hiking locations include Glenwood Open Space Preserve, Ladato Park, and Henry Cowell State Park.

Health Services:

As a small community, we are lucky to have several health care services right here in Scotts Valley. Both Sutter and Kaiser serve our community, making access to health care accessible & convenient. Kaiser has one comprehensive facility and Sutter has two primary care facilities in town.

Proximity To Santa Cruz:

Scotts Valley is perfectly located just a few miles from Santa Cruz and the beach. Imagine beginning your day in your peaceful, redwood-surrounded home, and spending your afternoon relaxed at the beach. Access to everything in Santa Cruz is at your fingertips, from trendy boutiques to delicious restaurants & breweries, the stunning beaches, and of course the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Your peaceful home will be waiting for your return.

Easy Commute:

Scotts Valley is an oasis from the hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley. Some residents are drawn here for the easiest commute of all- live and work in Scotts Valley! Many well-known companies, such as Fox and Bay Photo, are headquartered in town. For those with a longer commute, several companies including Facebook and Google have buses that conveniently pick up and drop off at the Cavallaro Transit Center.

What is the Bee’s Knees Award:

We believe that our schools are the backbone of our community, so we created the Bee’s Knees award to recognize our outstanding Scotts Valley teachers.

Every month, we collect nominations for teachers that are believed to be “The Bee’s Knees”. The winner receives a certificate and a $250 donation for their classroom!

Thank you Scotts Valley teachers for dedicating your life to sharing wisdom so that, whether buzzing or blooming, we all thrive!

Upcoming Events:

Stay Tuned! We don't have any events scheduled right now, but don't worry, we'll let you know when we do. In the meantime, you can read about our previous events & other ways we like to build community.

Previous Events:

Here are a few recent events that we've hosted.

Self-Care Sunday Yoga Series:

This retreat allowed moms to escape and reconnect with themselves and each other. Every third Sunday of the month, a talented yogi led a vinyasa flow yoga class at Bee Fruitful Farms. After a relaxing morning of meditation, we enjoyed a delicious brunch, massages, and mom chit chat!

Kindergarten Farm Field Trip:

In the spring of 2019, we hosted a field trip for Scotts Valley kindergarteners at Bee Fruitful Farms. Our mission was to teach the importance of bees and other pollinators for a healthy ecosystem. The kids had a blast participating in various activities, including planting their own mini garden, playing a seed sorting game, hiking while learning about our unique ecosystem, and painting the bee-themed craft. What a blast!

Mother’s Day Brunch:

To celebrate and connect over motherhood, we hosted a Mother's Day brunch at the Bee Fruitful Farms. Dishes were served farm-to-table style, as they were prepared using crops grown at our community farm. It was a memorable day filled with lots of energy, relatable mom stories, and plenty of mimosas.

Scotts Valley Unified School District:

Our schools are the backbone of our community, so we are dedicated to supporting them by sponsoring SVUSD events. From the annual Brook Knoll Auction to the Scotts Valley High School golf tournament, it’s within our core values to invest in our schools, teachers, and youth.

Sports Programs:

We know that kids are the future, that's why we sponsor youth sports programs in our community. Sports help kids learn confidence, the value of teamwork, and critical thinking and planning skills. It connects us as a community, and we are proud to support these teams.