Enjoy gorgeous views of distant redwoods from this private custom home situated on over 1 acre. Vineyard, raised beds, patio, and decking is perfect for the outdoor and gardening enthusiast! Room for separate apartment with private entrance. Fern Ridge is a wonderful neighborhood of executive-style homes with sun, privacy, and easy commute to Silicon Valley. 20 min to Los Gatos or Santa Cruz & 4 miles to Hwy 17. Features vaulted ceilings, a cozy wood burning fire place, and open floor plan. Easily entertain guests inside or outside through charming French doors and appreciate the large shaded deck with space for a hot tub. Primary suite is located downstairs with bay windows, a private balcony, and full bath+jetted tub. Upstairs is 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and family room/loft/tv room. Premium kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances. Large pantry, laundry room, and additional workshop attached to a spacious 2 car garage. Come bask in this generous sized home with views!
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
1.05 acresLot Size
$513Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by John Hall•DRE #01948594• David Lyng Real Estate
Listed by Genie Lawless•DRE #01475576• David Lyng Real Estate
Bought with Dana Juncker•DRE #02057447• Cruz Properties
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80541851
Dec 15, 2016
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80553872
Dec 15, 2016
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML80601849
Jun 2, 2006
Sold
$928,000
$335/sq ft
May 30, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jan 11, 2006
Listed
$950,000
$342/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80123381
Sep 19, 2001
Sold
$680,000
$245/sq ft
Jun 13, 2001
Listing Removed
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Apr 27, 2001
Listed
$699,000
$252/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 18, 1986
Sold
$40,000
$14/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 31, 1980
Sold
$38,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,672 (+7.5%)
$757,703 + $676,520
$1,434,223
2024
$15,503 (+1.7%)
$728,280 + $650,250
$1,378,530
2023
$15,238 (+11.3%)
$728,280 + $650,250
$1,378,530
2022
$13,691 (+2.6%)
$714,000 + $637,500
$1,351,500
2021
$13,338 (+0.8%)
$570,482 + $628,388
$1,198,870
2020
$13,235 (+1.5%)
$559,296 + $616,067
$1,175,363
2019
$13,041 (+11.1%)
$553,561 + $609,750
$1,163,311
2018
$11,735 (+4.2%)
$542,707 + $597,794
$1,140,501
2017
$11,266 (+9.6%)
$472,637 + $517,440
$990,077
2016
$10,276 (+3.8%)
$472,637 + $517,440
$990,077
2015
$9,904 (+13.3%)
$437,626 + $479,112
$916,738
2014
$8,739 (+15.4%)
$371,940 + $407,202
$779,142
2013
$7,574 (+3.7%)
$371,940 + $407,202
$779,142
2012
$7,306 (−4.4%)
$317,897 + $348,036
$665,933
2011
$7,642 (−2.2%)
$305,670 + $334,650
$640,320
2010
$7,813 (+0.1%)
$323,390 + $354,050
$677,440
2009
$7,804 (−27.0%)
$332,250 + $363,750
$696,000
2008
$10,687
$332,250 + $363,750
$696,000
Tax history for 720 Fern Rdg
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,672 (+7.5%)
$757,703 + $676,520
$1,434,223
2024
$15,503 (+1.7%)
$728,280 + $650,250
$1,378,530
2023
$15,238 (+11.3%)
$728,280 + $650,250
$1,378,530
2022
$13,691 (+2.6%)
$714,000 + $637,500
$1,351,500
2021
$13,338 (+0.8%)
$570,482 + $628,388
$1,198,870
2020
$13,235 (+1.5%)
$559,296 + $616,067
$1,175,363
2019
$13,041 (+11.1%)
$553,561 + $609,750
$1,163,311
2018
$11,735 (+4.2%)
$542,707 + $597,794
$1,140,501
2017
$11,266 (+9.6%)
$472,637 + $517,440
$990,077
2016
$10,276 (+3.8%)
$472,637 + $517,440
$990,077
2015
$9,904 (+13.3%)
$437,626 + $479,112
$916,738
2014
$8,739 (+15.4%)
$371,940 + $407,202
$779,142
2013
$7,574 (+3.7%)
$371,940 + $407,202
$779,142
2012
$7,306 (−4.4%)
$317,897 + $348,036
$665,933
2011
$7,642 (−2.2%)
$305,670 + $334,650
$640,320
2010
$7,813 (+0.1%)
$323,390 + $354,050
$677,440
2009
$7,804 (−27.0%)
$332,250 + $363,750
$696,000
2008
$10,687
$332,250 + $363,750
$696,000
*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
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Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
1.05 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
2,774
Year built
1988
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
09301131
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 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
Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 6
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Area
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More Than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Features: Primary Stall Shower(s), Primary Tub With Jets, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tile, Full on Ground Floor
Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener