Extraordinary Coastal Sanctuary in Coveted Upper Westside Santa Cruz! Luxury awaits in this stunning 4- BR, 2-BA home in sought-after neighborhood. Situated on a sprawling 12,807 sq. ft. lot, this 2,460 sq. ft. residence offers a serene retreat surrounded by mature trees, lush foliage & picturesque landscape. Inside, the home is bathed in natural light, w/ soaring open-beam ceilings & expansive windows that showcase the breathtaking surroundings. The open-concept floor plan connects living, dining & kitchen areas, creating a sophisticated yet welcoming space. The newly remodeled kitchen is a chefs dream, featuring quartz countertops, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, & sleek modern finishes. Step outside to find two spacious decks & a lovely flagstone patio, where you can unwind in a lush garden oasis. The large fenced back yard ensures privacy, while the circular front driveway allows for ample onsite parking. Located minutes from Santa Cruz's best beaches, surf breaks, hiking trails & vibrant local hotspots, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility. Enjoy easy access to UCSC, West Cliff Drive, Wilder Ranch & the lively shopping and dining scene on the Westside. Just a quick 40+/- min. drive to San Jose making this an ideal commute location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$1,008Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathleen Manning•DRE #00885315• Sotheby’s International Realty
Contact: 831-566-3127
Bought with Robert Luecke•DRE #01881220• ShopProp, Inc
Extraordinary Coastal Sanctuary in Coveted Upper Westside Santa Cruz! Luxury awaits in this stunning 4- BR, 2-BA home in sought-after neighborhood. Situated on a sprawling 12,807 sq. ft. lot, this 2,460 sq. ft. residence offers a serene retreat surrounded by mature trees, lush foliage & picturesque landscape. Inside, the home is bathed in natural light, w/soaring open-beam ceilings & expansive windows that showcase the breathtaking surroundings. The open-concept floor plan connects living, dining & kitchen areas, creating a sophisticated yet welcoming space. The newly remodeled kitchen is a chefs dream, featuring quartz countertops, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, & sleek modern finishes. Step outside to find two spacious decks & a lovely flagstone patio, where you can unwind in a lush garden oasis. The large fenced back yard ensures privacy, while the circular front driveway allows for ample onsite parking. Located minutes from Santa Cruz's best beaches, surf breaks, hiking trails & vibrant local hotspots, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility. Enjoy easy access to UCSC, West Cliff Drive, Wilder Ranch & the lively shopping and dining scene on the Westside. Just a quick 40+/- min. drive to San Jose making this an ideal commute location.
Public Records
May 3, 1994
Sold
$300,000
$122/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,790 (+13.5%)
$271,957 + $277,790
$549,747
2024
$5,982 (+2.6%)
$266,624 + $272,343
$538,967
2023
$5,831 (+1.2%)
$266,624 + $272,343
$538,967
2022
$5,762 (+2.2%)
$261,396 + $267,003
$528,399
2021
$5,638 (+0.8%)
$256,271 + $261,767
$518,038
2020
$5,592 (+2.1%)
$251,246 + $256,635
$507,881
2019
$5,476 (+1.2%)
$248,670 + $254,003
$502,673
2018
$5,410 (+1.4%)
$243,794 + $249,023
$492,817
2017
$5,338 (+6.1%)
$234,328 + $239,353
$473,681
2016
$5,032 (+1.9%)
$234,328 + $239,353
$473,681
2015
$4,937 (+1.8%)
$229,733 + $234,660
$464,393
2014
$4,850 (−0.4%)
$221,849 + $226,607
$448,456
2013
$4,869 (+1.5%)
$221,849 + $226,607
$448,456
2012
$4,797 (+2.2%)
$220,846 + $225,583
$446,429
2011
$4,694 (−2.8%)
$216,516 + $221,160
$437,676
2010
$4,827 (−1.4%)
$212,271 + $216,824
$429,095
2009
$4,898 (+4.1%)
$210,685 + $215,204
$425,889
2008
$4,706
$211,186 + $215,715
$426,901
Tax history for 246 Meadow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,790 (+13.5%)
$271,957 + $277,790
$549,747
2024
$5,982 (+2.6%)
$266,624 + $272,343
$538,967
2023
$5,831 (+1.2%)
$266,624 + $272,343
$538,967
2022
$5,762 (+2.2%)
$261,396 + $267,003
$528,399
2021
$5,638 (+0.8%)
$256,271 + $261,767
$518,038
2020
$5,592 (+2.1%)
$251,246 + $256,635
$507,881
2019
$5,476 (+1.2%)
$248,670 + $254,003
$502,673
2018
$5,410 (+1.4%)
$243,794 + $249,023
$492,817
2017
$5,338 (+6.1%)
$234,328 + $239,353
$473,681
2016
$5,032 (+1.9%)
$234,328 + $239,353
$473,681
2015
$4,937 (+1.8%)
$229,733 + $234,660
$464,393
2014
$4,850 (−0.4%)
$221,849 + $226,607
$448,456
2013
$4,869 (+1.5%)
$221,849 + $226,607
$448,456
2012
$4,797 (+2.2%)
$220,846 + $225,583
$446,429
2011
$4,694 (−2.8%)
$216,516 + $221,160
$437,676
2010
$4,827 (−1.4%)
$212,271 + $216,824
$429,095
2009
$4,898 (+4.1%)
$210,685 + $215,204
$425,889
2008
$4,706
$211,186 + $215,715
$426,901
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1946
Sq. Ft.
2,460
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
00109119
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
R-1-5
Single-Family Residence District
To stabilize and protect the residential characteristics of the district, and to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life and single persons; and intended for single-family detached dwellings and the services appurtenant thereto. This section of the Zoning Ordinance is also part of the Local Coastal Implementation Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Feb 17, 2022 • Final
Bldg residential
Remove and replace the composition shingle roofing on a residential building.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Parking Area
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 5
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, 2+ Showers Over Tubs, Skylight, Tile
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room
Amenities: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,460
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 724465
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.294
Lot Description: Grade (Level), Grade (Varies)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Westlake Elementary
Elementary School District: Santa Cruz City Elementary
Middle School: Mission Hill
High School: Santa Cruz High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Directions: Hwy. 1 to Mission Blvd. to Highland Ave. immediate R & follow to High St. turn L follow to Spring St. turn R follow to Meadow Rd. turn R. The home is towards the end of the street on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,460
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 1946
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 00109119
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Westlake Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Mission Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Santa Cruz High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 81° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.36M – $2.85M
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