This Classic, Contemporary, Custom Retreat calls you home. Beauty abounds in every nook and cranny of this gorgeous property inside and out. From the moment you step into the grand entry you're in an extraordinary space built with love. Rich oak pillars, Warm Artisan colors, Wide-plank white oak floors-all set the stage of the meticulous Craftmanship. The 6-Figure Kitchen is a culinary dream, opening to a great room where guests and chef stay connected. Quartz counters, 48 in. 6 burner gas range w/ dual ovens, oversized LiebHerr subzero refrigeration-the appointments are truly world-class. The split level flexible floorplan is ideal for separate home office/zoom room, gym and guest quarters to accommodate any lifestyle necessity. Birdsongs, shady oak, fragrant lavender and much more-it's all right outside of every window! Relax and rejuvenate in the jacuzzi overlooking the Zen Garden w/ sun, fresh air and forest views. Country living yet only 5 min. to town/20 min to the beach. Your Sanctuary Awaits!
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$585Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Heidi Robinson•DRE #01397076• Thunderbird Real Estate
Contact: 831-234-9823
Bought with Bev Ladd•DRE #01965065• Michael Hughett, Broker
Distinguished Home with extraordinary custom woodwork, warm Artisan colors and quality details throughout: Grand entry, beautiful flecked Quarter Sawn Oak pillars, beams and cabinetry, Oak floors, Motawi Art Tiles, Frank Lloyd Wright tiles, Marvin windows and doors, recessed LED lighting on dimmers, design fixtures and hardware. Modern Mission style Gourmet kitchen has an island, quartz counters and a 6-burner gas range, and opens to the Family Room with a fireplace. Separate formal Dining Room. Newly updated bathrooms continue the elegant styling of the rest of the house. House is equipped with ???high-end American Standard furnace and AC, whole house water softener and RO water system. Property is sunny and has terraced garden beds for perennial plants and shrubbery. There are several decks and an 8-person hot tub from which to enjoy the backyard with a seasonal creek and a trickling waterfall. Lots of room for parking. Hihn Rd is located in a wonderful Ben Lomond neighborhood.
Public Records
Sep 22, 1998
Sold
$330,000
$133/sq ft
MLSListings #ML89819003
Sep 22, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Aug 11, 1998
Sold
$330,000
$133/sq ft
May 12, 1998
Listed
$334,000
$134/sq ft
CHECK THE COMPS! FANTASTIC PRICE REDUCTION FOR THIS MINT CONDITION HOME. 4+ BR, 3 BA-A LITTLE DATED BUT AREN'T WE ALL? WONDERFUL FLOOR PLAN, GREAT POT ENTIAL, FORMAL DINING, LG FAMILY ROOM, BREAKFAST NOOK, BUILT IN DESK, BUFFET,
Public Records
Oct 2, 1970
Sold
$34,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,761 (+3.9%)
$956,148 + $449,952
$1,406,100
2024
$16,135 (−0.6%)
$937,400 + $441,130
$1,378,530
2023
$16,235 (+2.4%)
$937,400 + $441,130
$1,378,530
2022
$15,862 (+41.9%)
$919,020 + $432,480
$1,351,500
2021
$11,181 (+4.0%)
$901,000 + $424,000
$1,325,000
2020
$10,748 (+5.5%)
$556,473 + $370,982
$927,455
2019
$10,188 (+1.9%)
$550,767 + $367,178
$917,945
2018
$9,993 (+90.7%)
$539,968 + $359,978
$899,946
2017
$5,240 (+1.2%)
$162,096 + $283,671
$445,767
2016
$5,178 (+2.0%)
$162,096 + $283,671
$445,767
2015
$5,076 (+1.7%)
$158,918 + $278,109
$437,027
2014
$4,993 (+0.6%)
$153,465 + $268,566
$422,031
2013
$4,962 (+2.2%)
$153,465 + $268,566
$422,031
2012
$4,855 (+2.2%)
$152,771 + $267,352
$420,123
2011
$4,752 (+1.6%)
$149,775 + $262,110
$411,885
2010
$4,677 (+0.6%)
$146,838 + $256,971
$403,809
2009
$4,652 (+2.5%)
$145,741 + $255,050
$400,791
2008
$4,537
$146,087 + $255,656
$401,743
Tax history for 8245 Hihn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,761 (+3.9%)
$956,148 + $449,952
$1,406,100
2024
$16,135 (−0.6%)
$937,400 + $441,130
$1,378,530
2023
$16,235 (+2.4%)
$937,400 + $441,130
$1,378,530
2022
$15,862 (+41.9%)
$919,020 + $432,480
$1,351,500
2021
$11,181 (+4.0%)
$901,000 + $424,000
$1,325,000
2020
$10,748 (+5.5%)
$556,473 + $370,982
$927,455
2019
$10,188 (+1.9%)
$550,767 + $367,178
$917,945
2018
$9,993 (+90.7%)
$539,968 + $359,978
$899,946
2017
$5,240 (+1.2%)
$162,096 + $283,671
$445,767
2016
$5,178 (+2.0%)
$162,096 + $283,671
$445,767
2015
$5,076 (+1.7%)
$158,918 + $278,109
$437,027
2014
$4,993 (+0.6%)
$153,465 + $268,566
$422,031
2013
$4,962 (+2.2%)
$153,465 + $268,566
$422,031
2012
$4,855 (+2.2%)
$152,771 + $267,352
$420,123
2011
$4,752 (+1.6%)
$149,775 + $262,110
$411,885
2010
$4,677 (+0.6%)
$146,838 + $256,971
$403,809
2009
$4,652 (+2.5%)
$145,741 + $255,050
$400,791
2008
$4,537
$146,087 + $255,656
$401,743
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14,375
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
2,484
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07225126
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on May 2, 2022.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Workshop in Garage