VIEWS! Private Gated Estate with Sweeping Ocean Views, rare coastal retreat minutes to downtown, beaches & Harbor, yet tucked far from the road and away from the noise. This single-level, 1950's ranch home on nearly 1-level acre(. 81) with sweeping views of Monterey Bay, Sparkling City lights & the Aroyo. 3BD/2.5BA, blending coastal elegance & modern comfort with an incredible amount of natural light streaming through custom Anderson & Milgard windows, 16'sliding glass wall opening to expansive ocean and City light views. Beautifully reimagined without losing the charm & character of the original solid-built 1950 home. Center of the home 'Great room' with fireplace & soaring ceilings, 7"white oak flooring, Chef's kitchen w/ 36" Smeg, gas range and huge skylight, two luxurious main suites. Adding flexibility, the property includes private guest suite , gas fireplace, fenced yard and separate entrance. Detached 2-car garage w/ drivethru. Fabulous serene setting, Trex style deck, ocean & City light view Hot Tub. outdoor shower, lush landscaping/auto drip. 20+ new trees and Extensive drainage work /135' concrete retaining wall, new 200amp panel, HVAC/ducting, plumbing AND sewer hookup make this gated retreat as turn-key as it is timeless. A Must See
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.81 acresLot Size
$1,000Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Neva Mills•DRE #00926527• Intero Real Estate Services
Contact: 408-666-0556
Bought with Christy Whiting Wohlert•DRE #02154445• David Lyng Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82024175
Dec 5, 2025
Sold
$2,280,000
$940/sq ft
Dec 5, 2025
Sold
$2,280,000
$940/sq ft
Oct 22, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 22, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2025
Listed
$2,249,000
$927/sq ft
Oct 8, 2025
Listed
$2,249,000
$927/sq ft
VIEWS! Private Gated Estate with Sweeping Ocean Views, rare coastal retreat minutes to downtown, beaches & Harbor, yet tucked far from the road and away from the noise. This single-level,1950's ranch home on nearly 1-level acre(.81) with sweeping views of Monterey Bay, Sparkling City lights & the Aroyo. 3BD/2.5BA, blending coastal elegance & modern comfort with an incredible amount of natural light streaming through custom Anderson & Milgard windows, 16'sliding glass wall opening to expansive ocean and City light views. Beautifully reimagined without losing the charm & character of the original solid-built 1950 home. Center of the home 'Great room' with fireplace & soaring ceilings, 7"white oak flooring, Chef's kitchen w/36" Smeg,gas range and huge skylight, two luxurious main suites. Adding flexibility, the property includes private guest suite , gas fireplace, fenced yard and separate entrance. Detached 2-car garage w/drivethru. Fabulous serene setting,Trex style deck, ocean & City light view Hot Tub. outdoor shower, lush landscaping/auto drip. 20+ new trees and Extensive drainage work /135' concrete retaining wall, new 200amp panel, HVAC/ducting, plumbing AND sewer hookup make this gated retreat as turn-key as it is timeless. A Must See
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80142037
Oct 8, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81800988
Aug 26, 2020
Sold
$1,310,000
$540/sq ft
Aug 26, 2020
Sold
$1,310,000
$540/sq ft
Aug 17, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 25, 2020
Contingent
—
Jul 14, 2020
Listed
$1,225,000
$505/sq ft
Jul 14, 2020
Listed
$1,225,000
$505/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 13, 2003
Sold
$890,000
$367/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80231983
Jun 13, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jun 13, 2003
Sold
$890,000
$367/sq ft
Mar 24, 2003
Sold
$890,000
$367/sq ft
Jun 24, 2002
Listed
$899,500
$371/sq ft
Jun 24, 2002
Listed
$899,500
$371/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,943 (+7.3%)
$992,590 + $425,396
$1,417,986
2024
$15,796 (+1.3%)
$973,128 + $417,055
$1,390,183
2023
$15,587 (+1.2%)
$973,128 + $417,055
$1,390,183
2022
$15,396 (+3.1%)
$954,047 + $408,877
$1,362,924
2021
$14,933 (+10.5%)
$935,340 + $400,860
$1,336,200
2020
$13,517 (+2.2%)
$917,000 + $393,000
$1,310,000
2019
$13,226 (+1.2%)
$794,596 + $384,053
$1,178,649
2018
$13,073 (+1.3%)
$779,016 + $376,523
$1,155,539
2017
$12,903 (+5.9%)
$748,767 + $361,903
$1,110,670
2016
$12,180 (+1.9%)
$748,767 + $361,903
$1,110,670
2015
$11,951 (+1.8%)
$734,085 + $354,807
$1,088,892
2014
$11,736 (+15.4%)
$708,179 + $342,284
$1,050,463
2013
$10,170 (+3.6%)
$708,179 + $342,284
$1,050,463
2012
$9,815 (−3.6%)
$605,281 + $292,551
$897,832
2011
$10,187 (−1.2%)
$582,000 + $281,300
$863,300
2010
$10,306 (−3.1%)
$606,000 + $292,900
$898,900
2009
$10,632 (−2.9%)
$618,000 + $298,700
$916,700
2008
$10,947
$630,000 + $304,500
$934,500
Tax history for 631 Graham Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,943 (+7.3%)
$992,590 + $425,396
$1,417,986
2024
$15,796 (+1.3%)
$973,128 + $417,055
$1,390,183
2023
$15,587 (+1.2%)
$973,128 + $417,055
$1,390,183
2022
$15,396 (+3.1%)
$954,047 + $408,877
$1,362,924
2021
$14,933 (+10.5%)
$935,340 + $400,860
$1,336,200
2020
$13,517 (+2.2%)
$917,000 + $393,000
$1,310,000
2019
$13,226 (+1.2%)
$794,596 + $384,053
$1,178,649
2018
$13,073 (+1.3%)
$779,016 + $376,523
$1,155,539
2017
$12,903 (+5.9%)
$748,767 + $361,903
$1,110,670
2016
$12,180 (+1.9%)
$748,767 + $361,903
$1,110,670
2015
$11,951 (+1.8%)
$734,085 + $354,807
$1,088,892
2014
$11,736 (+15.4%)
$708,179 + $342,284
$1,050,463
2013
$10,170 (+3.6%)
$708,179 + $342,284
$1,050,463
2012
$9,815 (−3.6%)
$605,281 + $292,551
$897,832
2011
$10,187 (−1.2%)
$582,000 + $281,300
$863,300
2010
$10,306 (−3.1%)
$606,000 + $292,900
$898,900
2009
$10,632 (−2.9%)
$618,000 + $298,700
$916,700
2008
$10,947
$630,000 + $304,500
$934,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.81 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
2,425
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
06036110
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Detached, Gate/Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, 2+ Primary Suites/Retreats, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, Oversized Tub, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Skylight, Stall Shower, Tub in Master Bedroom, Tub w/Jets, Updated Bath(s)
Room Information
Formal Entry, Great Room
Family Room Description: Other (See Remarks)
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Room, Eat in Kitchen
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop (Gas), Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island, Oven (Self Cleaning), Oven Range (Built-In, Gas), Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s), Skylight(s)
Guest House
Interior Features
Laundry: Hookup (Gas Dryer), Inside, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, Gas Starter, Insert, In Living Room, Wood-Burning, Wood-Stove
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air (Gas), Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay, City Lights, Garden/Greenbelt, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Pasture, Ridge, Valley, Water