This is the Happy Valley property you have been searching for. .. five rolling acres with two homes nestled into a sunny and pristine valley situated in the top-rated and "distinguished" Happy Valley School District. There is a nice separation of space between the two homes and plenty of room to park your boat, RV and other toys. The happy chirp of birds is all you will hear in this tranquil environment as you enjoy the valley and greenbelt views. Enjoy fruit from your own trees and make use of the usable and sunny land to plant your gardens. The 4 bd, 4 ba main home is mostly single-level, aside from the 2nd level family/media room and 4th bathroom. This unique home has an inviting great room design, 3 cozy fireplaces and spacious dining and deck areas for entertaining. The charming 2 bd, 2 ba guest cottage is also positioned in the sunshine & features its own ample yard space. Great commute location to Silicon Valley & not far from Scotts Valley. See it before it's gone!
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
5.05 acresLot Size
$680Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Melody Russell•DRE #01743923• KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Contact: 831-332-3975
Bought with Woutje Swets•DRE #00803901• Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors
*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
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
219,978
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
2,486
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10001161
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on Jan 17, 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.
Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Communication: DSL, Satellite Dish
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,486
Property Information
2nd Residence Sq. Ft.: 950
Property Primary ID: 371217
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 5.05
Lot Description: Grade (Sloped Up)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: A
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Skylight(s)
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: 2bd/2 ba
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Happy Valley Elementary
Elementary School District: Happy Valley Elementary
High School: Harbor High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 17 to Vine Hill Rd to Jarvis Rd to Hall Ranch Rd. Stay straight (no left hand turns after on Hall Ranch Rd). Guest home is to right of yard sign and main home at top of driveway. Do not take Jarvis from Hwy17, as will take you down a dirt road.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,486
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10001161
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 17, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.8mi
8/10
Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.8mi
9/10
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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
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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Historical weather
Santa Cruz, CA • 95065
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.61M – $1.94M
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