Welcome to 8744 Hihn Road, a sunny mountain retreat that blends charm, comfort, and convenience in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers approximately 1,502 square feet of well-planned living space with both a cozy living room and a welcoming family room-ideal for daily life and entertaining. Step into a beautifully landscaped backyard filled with vibrant flowers, garden beds, and mature fruit trees. A detached bonus structure adds versatile space for an office, studio, gym, or guest area. There's also an attached 2 car garage offering abundant space for storage and a workshop area. Recent upgrades include new paint, and a new main service panel plus a large backup battery system, offering energy reliability and peace of mind-perfect for mountain living. Connected to city water and natural gas, the property offers amenities not often found in other areas in the San Lorenzo Valley. Located just minutes from town with quick access to commuter routes, the setting provides serenity without sacrificing convenience. With a smart layout, peaceful surroundings, and thoughtful improvements, 8744 Hihn Road offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of mountain living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
7,623 sq ftLot Size
$680Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Daniel Oster•DRE #01381869• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 831-252-5000
Bought with Walter Stauss•DRE #01105052• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Lorrie Malley•DRE #01014789• Coldwell Banker Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81940927
Jun 5, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82009952
Jul 2, 2025
Sold
$1,050,000
$699/sq ft
Jul 2, 2025
Sold
$1,050,000
$699/sq ft
Jun 30, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 11, 2025
Pending
—
Jun 11, 2025
Contingent
—
Jun 6, 2025
Listed
$1,050,000
$699/sq ft
Jun 5, 2025
Listed
$1,050,000
$699/sq ft
Welcome to 8744 Hihn Road, a sunny mountain retreat that blends charm, comfort, and convenience in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers approximately 1,502 square feet of well-planned living space with both a cozy living room and a welcoming family room-ideal for daily life and entertaining. Step into a beautifully landscaped backyard filled with vibrant flowers, garden beds, and mature fruit trees. A detached bonus structure adds versatile space for an office, studio, gym, or guest area. There's also an attached 2 car garage offering abundant space for storage and a workshop area. Recent upgrades include new paint, and a new main service panel plus a large backup battery system, offering energy reliability and peace of mind-perfect for mountain living. Connected to city water and natural gas, the property offers amenities not often found in other areas in the San Lorenzo Valley. Located just minutes from town with quick access to commuter routes, the setting provides serenity without sacrificing convenience. With a smart layout, peaceful surroundings, and thoughtful improvements, 8744 Hihn Road offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of mountain living.
MLSListings #ML89846442
Feb 12, 1999
Sold
$329,500
$219/sq ft
Feb 12, 1999
Sold
$329,500
$219/sq ft
Jan 21, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Oct 1, 1998
Listed
$329,500
$219/sq ft
Oct 1, 1998
Listed
$329,500
$219/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1973
Sold
$35,500
$24/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 27, 1971
Sold
$28,500
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,402 (+4.8%)
$309,941 + $206,630
$516,571
2024
$6,107
$303,864 + $202,579
$506,443
2023
$6,103 (+2.5%)
$303,864 + $202,579
$506,443
2022
$5,957 (+3.1%)
$297,906 + $198,607
$496,513
2021
$5,776 (+4.0%)
$292,064 + $194,712
$486,776
2020
$5,554 (+5.5%)
$286,338 + $190,894
$477,232
2019
$5,267 (+1.9%)
$283,402 + $188,937
$472,339
2018
$5,166 (+1.6%)
$277,845 + $185,232
$463,077
2017
$5,085 (+1.2%)
$267,056 + $178,040
$445,096
2016
$5,023 (+2.1%)
$267,056 + $178,040
$445,096
2015
$4,920 (+1.7%)
$261,820 + $174,549
$436,369
2014
$4,838 (+0.6%)
$252,835 + $168,559
$421,394
2013
$4,807 (+2.3%)
$252,835 + $168,559
$421,394
2012
$4,700 (+2.2%)
$251,692 + $167,797
$419,489
2011
$4,597 (+1.7%)
$246,757 + $164,507
$411,264
2010
$4,523 (+0.6%)
$241,919 + $161,281
$403,200
2009
$4,497 (+2.5%)
$240,111 + $160,076
$400,187
2008
$4,389
$240,681 + $160,456
$401,137
Tax history for 8744 Hihn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,402 (+4.8%)
$309,941 + $206,630
$516,571
2024
$6,107
$303,864 + $202,579
$506,443
2023
$6,103 (+2.5%)
$303,864 + $202,579
$506,443
2022
$5,957 (+3.1%)
$297,906 + $198,607
$496,513
2021
$5,776 (+4.0%)
$292,064 + $194,712
$486,776
2020
$5,554 (+5.5%)
$286,338 + $190,894
$477,232
2019
$5,267 (+1.9%)
$283,402 + $188,937
$472,339
2018
$5,166 (+1.6%)
$277,845 + $185,232
$463,077
2017
$5,085 (+1.2%)
$267,056 + $178,040
$445,096
2016
$5,023 (+2.1%)
$267,056 + $178,040
$445,096
2015
$4,920 (+1.7%)
$261,820 + $174,549
$436,369
2014
$4,838 (+0.6%)
$252,835 + $168,559
$421,394
2013
$4,807 (+2.3%)
$252,835 + $168,559
$421,394
2012
$4,700 (+2.2%)
$251,692 + $167,797
$419,489
2011
$4,597 (+1.7%)
$246,757 + $164,507
$411,264
2010
$4,523 (+0.6%)
$241,919 + $161,281
$403,200
2009
$4,497 (+2.5%)
$240,111 + $160,076
$400,187
2008
$4,389
$240,681 + $160,456
$401,137
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,623 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,502
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
07228424
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Off-Street Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Ground Floor Bedroom
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower
Room Information
Storage, Workshop
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Dishwasher, Hookups (Gas), Island, Microwave, Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s), Skylight(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: In Garage, Electricity Hookup (220V)
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Vinyl/Linoleum
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, In Living Room, Wood-Burning, Wood-Stove
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Forced Air, Gas
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Tar and Gravel
Yard/Grounds: Deck
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Property Features
Amenities: Bay Window, Garden Window(s)
Communication: Cable TV
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,502
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 469678
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.175
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-15
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Walls Insulated, Skylight(s)
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Public Utilities, Natural Gas
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
High School District: San Lorenzo Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,502
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,623 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 07228424
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
San Lorenzo Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 94° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
17 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Estimated sale price
$971,000 – $1.18M
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