Beautiful, single-level country estate located between Silicon Valley to the north and Carmel/Monterey to the south. The home and property blend seamlessly creating an oasis of peace and tranquility set amongst manicured grounds and mature landscaping. Tasteful interior and exterior finishes and design invite indoor-outdoor living with expansive slate patios and pergolas in harmony with the home's more formal living and dining areas. Class and comfort personified. A truly rare opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
1.26 acresLot Size
$773Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kelley Trousdale•DRE #01113597• Santa Cruz Estates
Contact: 831-566-7070
Bought with Winnie Pritchard-Kepler•DRE #00679131• Coastal Properties Of California
This beautiful single level home is a paradise for entertaining. It's set on approximately 1.2 acres, in a blissful park-like setting. The spectacular pool with waterfalls, outdoor kitchen and lovely mature landscaping will beckon you outside. The large single story modern home has many upgrades and a wonderful open floor plan, freshly refinished hardwood floors and is ready to be enjoyed.
Public Records
Oct 30, 2003
Sold
$1,175,000
$356/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80355235
Oct 30, 2003
Listing Removed
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Oct 2, 2003
Sold
$1,175,000
$356/sq ft
Sep 30, 2003
Listed
$1,195,000
$362/sq ft
OVER AN ACRE OF MANICURED GROUNDS, ORNATE FOUNTAINS, SLATE PATIOS AND GRANITE TOP BBQ. LUXURIOUS INTERIOR WITH A FABULOUS FLOOR PLAN, 3 FIREPLACES, PLENTIFUL LIGHT AND SUBTLE FAUX PAINT WORK. A MUST SEE. ..
Public Records
Dec 7, 2000
Sold
$825,000
$250/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 9, 1994
Sold
$460,000
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 20, 1991
Sold
$279,000
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,143 (+7.4%)
$1,312,375 + $781,957
$2,094,332
2024
$22,469 (+1.5%)
$1,286,643 + $766,625
$2,053,268
2023
$22,135 (+1.8%)
$1,286,643 + $766,625
$2,053,268
2022
$21,749 (+2.2%)
$1,261,414 + $751,593
$2,013,007
2021
$21,277 (+38.0%)
$1,236,681 + $736,856
$1,973,537
2020
$15,415 (+1.7%)
$1,212,432 + $722,407
$1,934,839
2019
$15,151 (+2.6%)
$644,311 + $759,116
$1,403,427
2018
$14,771 (+0.7%)
$631,678 + $744,231
$1,375,909
2017
$14,664 (+2.7%)
$607,149 + $715,331
$1,322,480
2016
$14,279 (+0.5%)
$607,149 + $715,331
$1,322,480
2015
$14,202 (+2.2%)
$595,244 + $701,305
$1,296,549
2014
$13,897 (+3.7%)
$574,818 + $677,240
$1,252,058
2013
$13,406 (+7.1%)
$574,818 + $677,240
$1,252,058
2012
$12,515 (−11.5%)
$549,121 + $646,962
$1,196,083
2011
$14,137 (−1.4%)
$528,000 + $622,080
$1,150,080
2010
$14,338 (−1.9%)
$681,750 + $617,494
$1,299,244
2009
$14,616 (−1.9%)
$695,250 + $629,722
$1,324,972
2008
$14,904
$708,750 + $641,950
$1,350,700
Tax history for 400 Brooktree Ranch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,143 (+7.4%)
$1,312,375 + $781,957
$2,094,332
2024
$22,469 (+1.5%)
$1,286,643 + $766,625
$2,053,268
2023
$22,135 (+1.8%)
$1,286,643 + $766,625
$2,053,268
2022
$21,749 (+2.2%)
$1,261,414 + $751,593
$2,013,007
2021
$21,277 (+38.0%)
$1,236,681 + $736,856
$1,973,537
2020
$15,415 (+1.7%)
$1,212,432 + $722,407
$1,934,839
2019
$15,151 (+2.6%)
$644,311 + $759,116
$1,403,427
2018
$14,771 (+0.7%)
$631,678 + $744,231
$1,375,909
2017
$14,664 (+2.7%)
$607,149 + $715,331
$1,322,480
2016
$14,279 (+0.5%)
$607,149 + $715,331
$1,322,480
2015
$14,202 (+2.2%)
$595,244 + $701,305
$1,296,549
2014
$13,897 (+3.7%)
$574,818 + $677,240
$1,252,058
2013
$13,406 (+7.1%)
$574,818 + $677,240
$1,252,058
2012
$12,515 (−11.5%)
$549,121 + $646,962
$1,196,083
2011
$14,137 (−1.4%)
$528,000 + $622,080
$1,150,080
2010
$14,338 (−1.9%)
$681,750 + $617,494
$1,299,244
2009
$14,616 (−1.9%)
$695,250 + $629,722
$1,324,972
2008
$14,904
$708,750 + $641,950
$1,350,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.26 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
3,300
Year built
1993
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10538106
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RA
Residential Agricultural District
To provide areas of residential use where development is limited to a range of non-urban densities of single-family dwellings in areas outside the urban services line and rural services line; on lands suitable for development with adequate water, septic system suitability, vehicular access, and fire protection; with adequate protection of natural resources; with adequate protection from natural hazards; and where small-scale commercial agriculture, such as animal-keeping, truck farming and specialty crops, can take place in conjunction with the primary use of the property as residential.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Guest/Visitor Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room Information
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, Gas Log, In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air, Multi-Zone
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas), Heating (2+ Zones)
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Garden/Greenbelt
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Style: Ranch, Traditional
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Heated, In-Ground, Spa - In Ground, Spa/Hot Tub
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,300
Security Features: Fire Alarm, Security Alarm
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 260855
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.263
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public, Water Softener (Owned)
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,300
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.26 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10538106
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Valencia Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.0mi
8/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.42M – $2.93M
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