SOLD FEB 20, 2026

Off market feb 2026 for $1.1M

$1,297,921

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,501/mo

•

2,702

sq ft

298 Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

About this home

Custom built, beautifully reimagined and brought back to life. Set on over 2 acres in the Santa Cruz Mountains, this updated 2,700+ sq ft property blends its original mid-century character with modern comfort and style. A "treehouse on a hill", this home features open-beamed ceilings, knotty pine accents, kiln-dried redwood railings, and a cozy loft library with built-in seating and serene treetop views. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light and showcase the surrounding redwoods. The flexible floor plan offers four bedrooms and two baths, with two bedrooms on each level, plus a dedicated office area and generous food and wine storage. Outdoor living is enhanced by the private, tree-lined setting with deck space for days to relax or explore. The property includes an attached two-car garage, plus a detached two-car garage with workshop space for all your toys and tinkering. Peaceful and private, yet ideally located just minutes from Highway 17 for easy access to Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, and beaches. Welcome Home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

2.14 acresLot Size

$480Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by John Flaniken •DRE #01420207 • Trade-In Real Estate

Bought with Joanna Zampelli •DRE #02124511 • David Lyng Real Estate

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Redfin Estimate

$1,297,921

$165K since sold in February 2026$19K since October

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This home's estimate is 16.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.55M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,500,000
A
4 beds2 baths3,382 sq ft
1526 Hall Ranch Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,330,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,285 sq ft
505 Thin Edge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$1,400,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,614 sq ft
214 Belair Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$2,175,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,975 sq ft
4 Traci Ct, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$1,225,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,280 sq ft
555 Bohnen Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
SOLD OCT 6, 2026
$1,699,000
F
4 beds4 baths3,183 sq ft
350 Aurora Rd, Soquel, CA 95073

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Market trends in 95065, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

99.9%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$162K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

5 days MoM

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3 MoM

New listings for sale

OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 4PM
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Sale history for 298 Vine Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML82030640

Feb 20, 2026

Sold

$1,132,500

$419/sq ft

Feb 17, 2026

Pending

—

Feb 12, 2026

Pending

—

Feb 12, 2026

Contingent

—

Jan 12, 2026

Listed

$1,199,000

$444/sq ft

Jan 12, 2026

Listed

MLSListings #ML82013587

Sep 3, 2025

Sold

$825,000

$305/sq ft

Aug 21, 2025

Pending

—

Aug 12, 2025

Pending

—

Aug 12, 2025

Contingent

—

Jul 7, 2025

Listed

$1,200,000

$444/sq ft

Jul 7, 2025

Listed

Unlock the potential of this custom built Gem. Calling all Contractors, Investors or Homeowners with DIY skills. Your next great opportunity is here! Nestled on 2+ Acre lot it's time to get this once proud, 2,400+ square foot home updated and beautiful again. The home radiates mid-century charm and is a "one of a kind, treehouse on a hill. " The house has a cool vibe and was built with unique kiln dried redwood railings, knotty pine tongue and groove open beamed ceilings and features a cozy loft library with build in seating and serene views. Flexible layout. Two bedrooms upstairs and two more downstairs and a full bath on each level. Home office area downstairs. Plus a generous food and wine storage room. The house has an attached two car garage, plus a detached two car garage with room for a workshop, perfect for projects and store your gear in the loft. Septic Report, Well Report and Home Inspection are available in the disclosure packet. House was recently fumigated. Great location for commuters, short drive to Highway 17. Beautiful tree lined drive to Santa Cruz. Whether you're restoring its original glory or reimagining the floor plan for modern living, this property is a canvas ready for your vision. House and lot size were obtained from public records.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,236 (+7.1%)

$35,877 + $205,133

$241,010

2024

$3,023 (−8.1%)

$35,173 + $201,111

$236,284

2023

$3,289 (+1.6%)

$35,173 + $201,111

$236,284

2022

$3,238 (+6.3%)

$34,484 + $197,167

$231,651

2021

$3,047 (+0.7%)

$33,807 + $193,301

$227,108

2020

$3,027 (+1.7%)

$33,145 + $189,511

$222,656

2019

$2,975 (+1.3%)

$32,805 + $187,568

$220,373

2018

$2,937 (+4.8%)

$32,162 + $183,890

$216,052

2017

$2,804 (+12.0%)

$30,912 + $176,749

$207,661

2016

$2,504 (+6.1%)

$30,912 + $176,749

$207,661

2015

$2,360 (+1.7%)

$30,306 + $173,283

$203,589

2014

$2,321

$29,266 + $167,337

$196,603

2013

$2,321 (+2.0%)

$29,266 + $167,337

$196,603

2012

$2,275 (+1.9%)

$29,134 + $166,581

$195,715

2011

$2,232 (+1.1%)

$28,563 + $163,315

$191,878

2010

$2,207 (−0.6%)

$28,003 + $160,113

$188,116

2009

$2,220 (+2.5%)

$27,794 + $158,916

$186,710

2008

$2,167

$27,860 + $159,294

$187,154

Tax history for 298 Vine Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,236 (+7.1%)

$35,877 + $205,133

$241,010

2024

$3,023 (−8.1%)

$35,173 + $201,111

$236,284

2023

$3,289 (+1.6%)

$35,173 + $201,111

$236,284

2022

$3,238 (+6.3%)

$34,484 + $197,167

$231,651

2021

$3,047 (+0.7%)

$33,807 + $193,301

$227,108

2020

$3,027 (+1.7%)

$33,145 + $189,511

$222,656

2019

$2,975 (+1.3%)

$32,805 + $187,568

$220,373

2018

$2,937 (+4.8%)

$32,162 + $183,890

$216,052

2017

$2,804 (+12.0%)

$30,912 + $176,749

$207,661

2016

$2,504 (+6.1%)

$30,912 + $176,749

$207,661

2015

$2,360 (+1.7%)

$30,306 + $173,283

$203,589

2014

$2,321

$29,266 + $167,337

$196,603

2013

$2,321 (+2.0%)

$29,266 + $167,337

$196,603

2012

$2,275 (+1.9%)

$29,134 + $166,581

$195,715

2011

$2,232 (+1.1%)

$28,563 + $163,315

$191,878

2010

$2,207 (−0.6%)

$28,003 + $160,113

$188,116

2009

$2,220 (+2.5%)

$27,794 + $158,916

$186,710

2008

$2,167

$27,860 + $159,294

$187,154

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.14 Acres

Year renovated

1978

Sq. Ft.

2,438

Year built

1978

Style

Vacant Land

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

10007113

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

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

Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Has Attached Garage: Yes

Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Detached, Off-Street Parking

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Features: Shower over Tub (1), Stall Shower, Updated Bath(s)

Appliances
Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Double Oven

Dining Room Information
Dining Area in Living Room, No Formal Dining Room

Family Room Information
No Family Room

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Burning, Living Room

Flooring Information
Carpet, Laminate, Tile

Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Garage

Room Information
Room Type: Loft, Office

Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Solid Surface/Corian Countertop

Exterior

Building Information
Foundation Details: Block, Slab
Roof: Composition

Exterior Features
Other Structures: Garage
Patio & Porch Features: Barbecue Area, Deck, Enclosed Porch(es)

Stories
Stories: 2

Year Built
Year Built Details: 2

Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,702

View
View: Forest/Woods, Mountains

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Listing Terms: FHA, VA Loan, Cash or Conventional Loan

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace

Utility Information
Gas: Propane On Site
Utilities: Propane
Water Source: Well

Location

School Information
Elementary School District: Happy Valley Elementary
High School District: Santa Cruz City High

Location Information
MLS Area: Scotts Valley North
Street Name: Vine Hill
Street Number: 298

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,438
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.14 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10007113

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Happy Valley Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.3mi

8/10

Branciforte Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi

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

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

8/10 Air Factor

16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

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Santa Cruz, CA • 95065

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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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Estimated sale price

$1.23M – $1.49M

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Home values near 298 Vine Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
345 Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3943 Sq. Ft.	$2,026,401
301 Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$1,647,614

Address	Redfin Estimate
300 Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2516 Sq. Ft.	$1,366,460
125 Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 832 Sq. Ft.	$871,116

Address	Redfin Estimate
450 Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2342 Sq. Ft.	$1,543,919
13 Vine Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1140 Sq. Ft.	$1,207,598

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