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This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 450 Vine Hill RD in Santa Cruz, is listed for $1,700,000 ($726 per sqft). Built in 1979, the home offers 2,342 sqft of living space on a 3.55 acres lot.

Agent Description

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.

Key Features

  • Built in 1979
  • 3.55 acre lot
  • 4 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 full, 1 half
4 spaces
1979

Amenities

FireplaceView

Monthly Cost Estimate

$9,092/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$1,229
Interest$7,367
Insurance$496

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

450 Vine Hill RD

Santa Cruz, 95065

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Open Beam CeilingSkylight

Property Details

Flooring

CarpetLaminate

Construction

Wood Frame

Views

ForestRiver

Parking

Garage - AttachedOff StreetGarageGuest

Heating

Natural GasCentralPropane (Heating)Forced Air

Appliances

DishwasherCooktop - GasGarbage DisposalHood Over RangeOven - Built-InOven - DoubleCountertop - QuartzPantryExhaust FanRefrigerator

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 450 Vine Hill RD is listed at $1,700,000 ($726/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $7,367 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1979, 3.55 acre lot, 4 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight.

This property is listed by Seb Frey and can be reached at 4085961623 or sebfrey@compass.com.

SF

Seb Frey

Agent at Compass

(408) 596-1623

Listed by Compass · View on Broker Site

MLS# ML82046835· Source: listhub· Updated today

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450 Vine Hill RD, Santa Cruz, 95065

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