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
$529Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Samantha Pillitiere•DRE #02084938• David Lyng Real Estate
Listed by Genie Lawless•DRE #01475576• David Lyng Real Estate
Contact: 831-419-0144
Bought with Dana Juncker•DRE #02057447• Cruz Properties
Bright, high quality, spacious home. USABLE Acre+. Hardwood flrs, bonus rm, high ceilings, plantat. shutters, gorgeous gardens, many extras. 20 min to LG or Santa Cruz & 4 miles to hwy 17; good horse prop, near trails & banked by open lands
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
DO NOT SHOW. GREAT TRADITIONAL HOME ON OVER ONE ACRE. TERRIFIC VIEWS, PRIVATE, QUIET, SERENE. EXCELLENT SCOTTS VALLEY SCHOOLS.
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%)
$742,846 + $663,255
$1,406,101
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%)
$742,846 + $663,255
$1,406,101
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
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
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 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, Parking Area
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Primary (Tub w/ Jets), Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tile
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air, Gas, Propane
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods, Mountains, Vineyard
Fencing: Partial Fencing
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Deck, Dog Run/Kennel, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Fire Pit, Sprinkler(s) (Auto), Storage Shed/Structure
Building Information
Style: Traditional
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab
Property Features
Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,774
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Primary ID: 168770
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.05
Lot Description: Private/Secluded, Views, Vineyard
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Low Flow Toilet
Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Water Softener (Owned), Water Treatment System, Well (Shared)
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Vine Hill Elementary
Elementary School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Middle School: Scotts Valley Middle
High School: Scotts Valley High
High School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Location Information
Directions: From Graham Hill Rd. 5.5 miles up E Zayante Rd. turn right on Fern Ridge, house will be on right hand side. OR From HWY 17 take Summit Rd. heading west, stay left on Hutchinson Rd. 3.8 miles (turns into Fern Ridge) house will be on left hand side.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,774
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.05 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09301131
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Vine Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
Scotts Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
7/10
Scotts Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
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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 95° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.40M – $1.69M
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