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Off Market Jun 2022 for $2.8M

$2,781,369

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $19,102/mo

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4,000

sq ft

523 Charles Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

About this home

This dreamy 4bd/4ba split-level home with a meticulously landscaped 3-acre property is located in a private, upscale neighborhood. A hot tub and kitchen accompany the heated pool, perfect for summer night entertaining. Large decks flank the home promising stunning sunrise and sunset views with the driveway below leading to the generous 3-car garage. The open-plan great rooms vaulted ceilings, climate control wine cabinet, and black marble fireplace tie in perfectly with the endless black marble countertops of this fully stocked chef-grade kitchen with ocean views, double oven, and gas range, and Miele espresso machine. The splendid primary bedroom with personal office includes an ensuite with a shower, an extra-deep garden tub, a roomy closet, and a secluded deck with a private hot tub sure to ease tensions. This easy-to-access gated neighborhood with tennis courts, walking trails, disc golf & even a mountain bike trail on site is located just minutes from the Beach and Silicon Valley.

Single-familyProperty Type

1979Year Built

2.74 acresLot Size

$695Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by The The Madani Team •DRE #70010074 • Room Real Estate

Contact: 831-234-6683

Bought with Analisa Rondelle-Ness •DRE #02054838 • Compass

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Redfin Estimate

$2,781,369

$74K since sold in June 2022$171K since August

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This home's estimate is 54% higher than the average sale price ($1.81M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,500,000
A
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SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$2,321,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,873 sq ft
203 Sand Hill Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
SOLD FEB 17, 2026
$2,000,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,858 sq ft
322 Canham Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$2,100,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,938 sq ft
23500 Sunset Dr, Los Gatos, CA 95033
SOLD JUN 17, 2026
$1,225,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,280 sq ft
555 Bohnen Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,690,000
F
5 beds3 baths3,119 sq ft
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Market trends in 95065, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.3%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$23K MoM

Avg. days on market

38d

24 days MoM

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Sale history for 523 Charles Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$34,607 (+5.9%)

$1,862,420 + $1,167,329

$3,029,749

2024

$32,667 (+1.5%)

$1,825,902 + $1,144,440

$2,970,342

2023

$32,187 (+227.2%)

$1,825,902 + $1,144,440

$2,970,342

2022

$9,839 (+3.1%)

$1,790,100 + $1,122,000

$2,912,100

2021

$9,545 (+0.8%)

$391,368 + $469,644

$861,012

2020

$9,471 (+1.5%)

$383,694 + $460,435

$844,129

2019

$9,333 (+4.8%)

$379,760 + $455,714

$835,474

2018

$8,904 (+0.3%)

$372,314 + $446,778

$819,092

2017

$8,874 (+4.2%)

$357,856 + $429,429

$787,285

2016

$8,517 (−0.4%)

$357,856 + $429,429

$787,285

2015

$8,553 (+4.5%)

$350,839 + $421,009

$771,848

2014

$8,185 (−0.3%)

$338,800 + $406,562

$745,362

2013

$8,208 (+1.7%)

$338,800 + $406,562

$745,362

2012

$8,069 (+3.0%)

$337,269 + $404,725

$741,994

2011

$7,838 (+1.0%)

$330,656 + $396,789

$727,445

2010

$7,757 (−0.1%)

$324,173 + $389,009

$713,182

2009

$7,768 (+2.4%)

$321,750 + $386,102

$707,852

2008

$7,585

$322,514 + $387,019

$709,533

Tax history for 523 Charles Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$34,607 (+5.9%)

$1,862,420 + $1,167,329

$3,029,749

2024

$32,667 (+1.5%)

$1,825,902 + $1,144,440

$2,970,342

2023

$32,187 (+227.2%)

$1,825,902 + $1,144,440

$2,970,342

2022

$9,839 (+3.1%)

$1,790,100 + $1,122,000

$2,912,100

2021

$9,545 (+0.8%)

$391,368 + $469,644

$861,012

2020

$9,471 (+1.5%)

$383,694 + $460,435

$844,129

2019

$9,333 (+4.8%)

$379,760 + $455,714

$835,474

2018

$8,904 (+0.3%)

$372,314 + $446,778

$819,092

2017

$8,874 (+4.2%)

$357,856 + $429,429

$787,285

2016

$8,517 (−0.4%)

$357,856 + $429,429

$787,285

2015

$8,553 (+4.5%)

$350,839 + $421,009

$771,848

2014

$8,185 (−0.3%)

$338,800 + $406,562

$745,362

2013

$8,208 (+1.7%)

$338,800 + $406,562

$745,362

2012

$8,069 (+3.0%)

$337,269 + $404,725

$741,994

2011

$7,838 (+1.0%)

$330,656 + $396,789

$727,445

2010

$7,757 (−0.1%)

$324,173 + $389,009

$713,182

2009

$7,768 (+2.4%)

$321,750 + $386,102

$707,852

2008

$7,585

$322,514 + $387,019

$709,533

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.74 Acres

Year renovated

2015

Sq. Ft.

3,818

Year built

1979

Style

Vacant Land

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

09517247

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: Attached Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Uncovered Parking
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 10

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-In Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Sunken/Garden Tub, Tub in Master Bedroom, Updated Bath(s)

Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, Den/Study/Office, Formal Entry, Great Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Office Area, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room, Wine Cellar/Storage, Workshop
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Skylight(s)
Kitchen Description: Built-In BBQ Grill, Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Granite), Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Island, Microwave, Oven (Double), Oven (Electric), Oven Range (Gas), Pantry, Refrigerator(s), Wine Refrigerator

Interior Features
Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Tub/Sink, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, Gas-Burning, In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air, Fireplace

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Canyon, Forest/Woods, Garden/Greenbelt, Mountains, Neighborhood, Ocean, Water
Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back
Roof: Shingle
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Barbecue Area, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Fire Pit, Low Maintenance, Outdoor Fireplace, Outdoor Kitchen, Sprinkler(s) (Lawn), Storage Shed/Structure

Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Raised

Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Pool/Spa Combo, Spa/Hot Tub

Property Features
Amenities: Bay Window, Garden Window(s), High Ceiling, Security Gate, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling, Wet Bar
Living Sq. Ft.: 4,000
Security Features: Secured Garage/Parking

Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Primary ID: 679470

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 2.74
Lot Description: Grade (Mostly Level), Private/Secluded, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: SU

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Public

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1

HOA Information
Has HOA
Fees Include: Maintenance (Common Area), Maintenance (Road), Pools, Spa, or Tennis
HOA Fee: $125
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
HOA Name: Fontenay

School Information
Elementary School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Middle School: Scotts Valley Middle
High School: Scotts Valley High
High School District: Scotts Valley Unified

Location Information
From Santa Cruz Hwy onto hwy 17 south, turn right onto Vine Hill Rd, sharp left to Charles Hill Rd, go through the gate (text agent for gate code), 523 Charles Hill Rd will be on the left.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,818
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.74 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09517247

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Vine Hill Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi

8/10

Scotts Valley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi

7/10

Scotts Valley High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

8/10

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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

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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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

$2.64M – $3.20M

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Home values near 523 Charles Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
400 Charles Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3850 Sq. Ft.	$2,587,381
843 Charles Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4232 Sq. Ft.	$2,360,515

Address	Redfin Estimate
100 Charles Hill Ct, Santa Cruz, CA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3942 Sq. Ft.	$2,064,400
1015 Charles Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2515 Sq. Ft.	$2,017,258

Address	Redfin Estimate
767 Charles Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3082 Sq. Ft.	$1,674,418
951 Charles Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5500 Sq. Ft.	$3,027,615

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