Entertainment Central in a Dream Location! Host large family dinners, pool parties and cookouts in this beautiful home nestled on a 2.5 acres sunny hillside property in the woods. Modern kitchen has granite countertops, Kitchen Aid stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and a generous island to gather around. Formal dining room has space to seat up to 12 for large dinners, or take the party outside and enjoy the expansive deck with views to picturesque woods and pool. Living room with natural wood ceiling and wide plank wood flooring has a sophisticated but rustic design. The central fireplace creates an impressive focal point with its hand hewn beams and slate tile surround. Large master suite has a coved ceiling and generous walk-in closet. 2nd and 3rd bedrooms have connecting lofts that the kids will love. Downstairs has a huge mirrored rec room that opens to the pool area. Only 20 min to Santa Cruz or Silicon Valley, 30 min to San Jose Airport, Happy Valley school district!
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$490Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jayson Madani Team The Madani Team•DRE #70010074• David Lyng Real Estate
Entertainment Central in a Dream Location! Host large family dinners, pool parties and cookouts in this beautiful home nestled on a 2.5 acres sunny hillside property in the woods. Modern kitchen has granite countertops, Kitchen Aid stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and a generous island to gather around. Formal dining room has space to seat up to 12 for large dinners, or take the party outside and enjoy the expansive deck with views to picturesque woods and pool. Living room with natural wood ceiling and wide plank wood flooring has a sophisticated but rustic design. The central fireplace creates an impressive focal point with its hand hewn beams and slate tile surround. Large master suite has a coved ceiling and generous walk-in closet. 2nd and 3rd bedrooms have connecting lofts that the kids will love. Downstairs has a huge mirrored rec room that opens to the pool area. Only 20 min to Santa Cruz or Silicon Valley, 30 min to San Jose Airport, Happy Valley school district!
Public Records
Feb 24, 2011
Sold
$490,000
$139/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81039446
Feb 24, 2011
Sold
$489,000
$139/sq ft
Feb 9, 2011
Pending
—
Jan 28, 2011
Price Changed
$499,900
$142/sq ft
Jan 28, 2011
Relisted
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Dec 15, 2010
Pending
—
Dec 2, 2010
Price Changed
$539,900
$153/sq ft
Nov 17, 2010
Relisted
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Nov 8, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Oct 27, 2010
Price Changed
$574,900
$163/sq ft
Sep 28, 2010
Price Changed
$599,900
$170/sq ft
Sep 14, 2010
Price Changed
$639,900
$181/sq ft
Aug 31, 2010
Price Changed
$679,900
$193/sq ft
Aug 9, 2010
Listed
$696,900
$198/sq ft
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Incredible Price! Extraordinary Property! Feel like you’re out in the country, yet minutes to town. This spacious sun-drenched property is the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the amazing Santa Cruz mountains. Relax on the spacious deck or take a dip in the crystal clear pool. An incredible opportunity for the cash buyer.
Public Records
Aug 17, 2006
Sold
$1,250,000
$354/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80624861
Aug 18, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 30, 2006
Sold
$1,260,000
$357/sq ft
May 2, 2006
Listed
$1,550,000
$439/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 1980
Sold
$252,000
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,320 (+5.0%)
$681,560 + $682,698
$1,364,258
2024
$14,593 (+0.2%)
$668,196 + $669,311
$1,337,507
2023
$14,568 (+1.5%)
$668,196 + $669,311
$1,337,507
2022
$14,356 (+3.0%)
$655,094 + $656,188
$1,311,282
2021
$13,935 (+0.8%)
$642,249 + $643,321
$1,285,570
2020
$13,822 (+2.2%)
$629,656 + $630,707
$1,260,363
2019
$13,529 (+1.6%)
$623,200 + $624,240
$1,247,440
2018
$13,318 (+110.8%)
$610,980 + $612,000
$1,222,980
2017
$6,319 (+5.1%)
$324,481 + $216,323
$540,804
2016
$6,011 (+3.1%)
$324,481 + $216,323
$540,804
2015
$5,832 (+1.7%)
$318,119 + $212,081
$530,200
2014
$5,732 (+3.9%)
$307,203 + $204,803
$512,006
2013
$5,517 (+3.7%)
$307,203 + $204,803
$512,006
2012
$5,320 (−14.0%)
$293,469 + $195,646
$489,115
2011
$6,183 (−39.6%)
$282,182 + $188,121
$470,303
2010
$10,236 (−0.4%)
$263,973 + $288,154
$552,127
2009
$10,278 (−25.3%)
$468,750 + $468,750
$937,500
2008
$13,767
$468,750 + $468,750
$937,500
Tax history for 1015 Vine Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,320 (+5.0%)
$681,560 + $682,698
$1,364,258
2024
$14,593 (+0.2%)
$668,196 + $669,311
$1,337,507
2023
$14,568 (+1.5%)
$668,196 + $669,311
$1,337,507
2022
$14,356 (+3.0%)
$655,094 + $656,188
$1,311,282
2021
$13,935 (+0.8%)
$642,249 + $643,321
$1,285,570
2020
$13,822 (+2.2%)
$629,656 + $630,707
$1,260,363
2019
$13,529 (+1.6%)
$623,200 + $624,240
$1,247,440
2018
$13,318 (+110.8%)
$610,980 + $612,000
$1,222,980
2017
$6,319 (+5.1%)
$324,481 + $216,323
$540,804
2016
$6,011 (+3.1%)
$324,481 + $216,323
$540,804
2015
$5,832 (+1.7%)
$318,119 + $212,081
$530,200
2014
$5,732 (+3.9%)
$307,203 + $204,803
$512,006
2013
$5,517 (+3.7%)
$307,203 + $204,803
$512,006
2012
$5,320 (−14.0%)
$293,469 + $195,646
$489,115
2011
$6,183 (−39.6%)
$282,182 + $188,121
$470,303
2010
$10,236 (−0.4%)
$263,973 + $288,154
$552,127
2009
$10,278 (−25.3%)
$468,750 + $468,750
$937,500
2008
$13,767
$468,750 + $468,750
$937,500
*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
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
3,527
Year built
1978
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10003121
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
A
Agriculture
The purposes of the A Agriculture Zone District are to encourage and provide for noncommercial agricultural uses, such as family farming and animal raising, and to allow limited commercial agricultural activities, on the small amounts of agricultural land remaining in the County which are not designated as commercially suitable, but which still constitute a productive natural resource; to provide for agricultural uses of a higher intensity in rural areas than those allowed in the RA Residential Agricultural Zone District where such use is compatible with the surrounding land uses and the environmental constraints of the land; to maintain options for a diversity of farm operations; to implement the agricultural preservation policy of Chapter 16.50 SCCC; and to maintain productive open space and rural character in the County.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Gate/Door Opener, Parking Area
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, 2+ Showers Over Tubs, Stall Shower
Room Information
Artist Studio, Bonus/Hobby Room, Laundry Room, Recreation Room
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Granite), Dishwasher, Island, Oven (Double), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Baseboard, Heating (2+ Zones)
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Heated (Solar), Gunite, In-Ground
Property Features
Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,527
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 2.5
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: A
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Happy Valley Elementary
Elementary School District: Happy Valley Elementary
High School: Santa Cruz High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
From Hwy 17 follow Vine Hill Rd. From Santa Cruz take Branciforte Dr, follow road to Vine Hill Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,527
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10003121
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
9/10
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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 92° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.64M – $1.99M
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