Magnificent custom built estate, only 1 min from Hwy17/Summit. Set back on a long private driveway with breathtaking long range views over mountains and canyons, and a sliver of the ocean on a clear day! Impressive formal entry and living room, 2 stories high. Arched window and huge chandelier, elegant curved staircase with wrought iron balustrade. Formal dining room. Separate family room with built-in cabinetry and entertainment center, gas fireplace, sliders to the view deck. Spacious kitchen with cherrywood cabinetry, quartz counter tops and island, stainless appliances, sunny breakfast dining nook. Primary suite on the ground floor, with sitting area, walk in closet, recently remodeled spa-like bathroom. Office or 5th bed with full bath. 2nd floor comprises guest suite/second primary, two further bedrooms and hall bath, connected by an open bridge over the living room and foyer. Expansive circular paver driveway with a central 'fountain' planted with succulents, offers ample parking. Detached 3 car garage with built-in cabinetry, storage, plus attic. Potential to convert to ADU. Over 1.3 acres, gently rolling grounds with meandering pathways, sun deck, and colorful drought tolerant landscaping. Southern exposure, all day sun. Solar (owned) & batteries. Excellent private well
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
1.33 acresLot Size
$711Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Rebecca Smith•DRE #01310611• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Listed by Karen Izzo•DRE #01402005• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Contact: 408-507-7165
Bought with Lijuan Chen•DRE #01943015• Valley Vine Realty
BREATHTAKING VIEWS. CUSTOM ESTATE BUILT IN 2000. GRANITE SLAB COUNTER TOPS. CHERRYWOOD CABINETS. TOP OF THE LINE FIXTURES & STAINLESS STEEL KITCHEN APPLIANCES. GRAND CATHEDRAL CEILINGS & SPIRAL STAIRCASE. HARDWOOD & MARBLE.
Public Records
Nov 20, 1997
Sold
$70,000
$17/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 22, 1976
Sold
$104,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$32,634 (+6.7%)
$1,725,000 + $1,175,000
$2,900,000
2024
$30,584 (+1.7%)
$1,270,925 + $1,462,251
$2,733,176
2023
$30,061 (+1.7%)
$1,270,925 + $1,462,251
$2,733,176
2022
$29,567 (+11.2%)
$1,246,005 + $1,433,579
$2,679,584
2021
$26,580 (+3.6%)
$1,221,573 + $1,405,470
$2,627,043
2020
$25,658 (−7.8%)
$1,095,058 + $1,259,886
$2,354,944
2019
$27,820 (+10.1%)
$1,048,117 + $1,205,883
$2,254,000
2018
$25,267 (+7.2%)
$1,150,522 + $1,323,703
$2,474,225
2017
$23,573 (+7.6%)
$977,836 + $1,125,024
$2,102,860
2016
$21,899 (+5.9%)
$977,836 + $1,125,024
$2,102,860
2015
$20,678 (+10.7%)
$905,404 + $1,041,689
$1,947,093
2014
$18,684 (+17.9%)
$769,506 + $885,341
$1,654,847
2013
$15,852 (+3.1%)
$769,506 + $885,341
$1,654,847
2012
$15,383 (−5.3%)
$657,696 + $756,703
$1,414,399
2011
$16,247 (−2.2%)
$632,399 + $727,600
$1,359,999
2010
$16,614 (+0.1%)
$678,899 + $781,100
$1,459,999
2009
$16,593 (−27.5%)
$697,499 + $802,500
$1,499,999
2008
$22,887
$697,499 + $802,500
$1,499,999
Tax history for 17776 Old Summit Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$32,634 (+6.7%)
$1,725,000 + $1,175,000
$2,900,000
2024
$30,584 (+1.7%)
$1,270,925 + $1,462,251
$2,733,176
2023
$30,061 (+1.7%)
$1,270,925 + $1,462,251
$2,733,176
2022
$29,567 (+11.2%)
$1,246,005 + $1,433,579
$2,679,584
2021
$26,580 (+3.6%)
$1,221,573 + $1,405,470
$2,627,043
2020
$25,658 (−7.8%)
$1,095,058 + $1,259,886
$2,354,944
2019
$27,820 (+10.1%)
$1,048,117 + $1,205,883
$2,254,000
2018
$25,267 (+7.2%)
$1,150,522 + $1,323,703
$2,474,225
2017
$23,573 (+7.6%)
$977,836 + $1,125,024
$2,102,860
2016
$21,899 (+5.9%)
$977,836 + $1,125,024
$2,102,860
2015
$20,678 (+10.7%)
$905,404 + $1,041,689
$1,947,093
2014
$18,684 (+17.9%)
$769,506 + $885,341
$1,654,847
2013
$15,852 (+3.1%)
$769,506 + $885,341
$1,654,847
2012
$15,383 (−5.3%)
$657,696 + $756,703
$1,414,399
2011
$16,247 (−2.2%)
$632,399 + $727,600
$1,359,999
2010
$16,614 (+0.1%)
$678,899 + $781,100
$1,459,999
2009
$16,593 (−27.5%)
$697,499 + $802,500
$1,499,999
2008
$22,887
$697,499 + $802,500
$1,499,999
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.33 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
4,195
Year built
2000
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
09606108
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Detached
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Tub in Master Bedroom, 2+ Tubs
Room Information
Formal Entry
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop - Quartz
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, Gas-Burning, In Living Room, In Primary Bedroom
Energy Features: Solar Power Battery Backup, Solar Power On Grid
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: detached garage
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Loma Prieta Elementary
Elementary School District: Loma Prieta Joint Union Elementary
Middle School: C. T. English Middle
High School: Los Gatos High
High School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
Location Information
From Hwy 17 head East on Summit Rd, take the 1st right (after 300ft) on Old Summit Rd. Property is on the right hand side after 0.3mile, set back on a long driveway. Only 1 minute from Summit/17!
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,195
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.33 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09606108
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
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Schools
Loma Prieta Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
C. T. English Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
Los Gatos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
10/10
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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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 95° expected this year, 11 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
$2.84M – $3.43M
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