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Santa Cruz, CA

$1,650,000

450 Vine Hill Road, Santa Cruz, CA

Beds

Baths

2,342

Sq Ft

1979

Built

Days listed

About this home

Tucked away from Vine Hill Road in the Happy Valley School District, this Santa Cruz retreat feels like a private world of its own. Set on 3.5+ park-like acres with gardens, winding paths, towering redwoods, and a seasonal creek with sandy beach area, the property offers privacy, natural beauty, and architectural character just minutes from town. The custom home brings the outdoors in, with dramatic windows, multiple decks, and serene views of the gardens and forest. A two-story atrium creates a striking first impression, while the generous floor plan offers space to gather, relax, work from home, or enjoy the peaceful setting. Distinctive living areas, including a sunroom, lounge spaces, and an upstairs wing, give the home flexibility and personality rarely found in a typical Santa Cruz property. The grounds are a true highlight, with lush landscapes, quiet corners, and open areas that feel like a private botanical retreat. Close to DeLaveaga Park trails, downtown Santa Cruz, beaches, commute routes, and everyday conveniences, this home offers the best of Happy Valley living: privacy, space, nature, and access to everything that makes Santa Cruz special. A rare opportunity to own a magical creekside property with room to breathe, explore, and create your own private sanctuary.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2 full, 1 half
Living area: 2,342 sq ft
Interior features: Atrium, Attic
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
Heating: Propane
Cooling: None
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup

Exterior & lot

Lot size: 3.554 acres (154,812 sq ft)
View: River, Trees Woods
Architectural style: Custom
Year built: 1979
Parking: Guest, Off Street, Workshop In Garage
Parking spaces: 4

Community

Area: 699 - Not Defined
County: Santa Cruz

Listing details

Status: Active
Property type: Single Family Residence
Days on market: 64
Listed: 2026-05-13
Original price: $1,700,000
Parcel #: 10005148000
MLS #: ML82046835

Listed by

Seb Frey · Compass

408-596-1623 sebfrey@compass.comDRE #01369847

Location

Price history

Listed: $1,700,000 · 2026-05-13
Price reduced: $1,650,000 (−$50,000)
Days on market: 64
Current price: $1,650,000

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Estimated monthly payment

$10,351

$8,343 principal & interest · $2,008 taxes & insurance

Down payment (20%)

$330,000

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Term (years)

Loan $1,320,000

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