A home made for Santa Cruz living: open, relaxed, flexible, and close to everything. Inside, wide-open living spaces, tall ceilings, an open kitchen, natural light, and a fireplace create a bright setting for everyday living and easy entertaining. The main living area flows to a large upper deck, perfect for dinner outside, morning coffee, or quiet evenings looking out toward the trees and greenery. The floor plan offers comfortable main living spaces plus a private studio suite with its own entrance, ideal for guests, a home office, creative space, or extended living. Updated kitchen and bathrooms, solar, RV parking, and an EV charger add modern function. Set on a spacious lot along Graham Hill Road, the property offers multiple outdoor areas, including a large upper deck, lower patio, and room to relax, gather, garden, or enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Views of trees and greenery create a calm, tucked-away feel, while the location keeps you connected. Near the back entrance to Pasatiempo, you can be on Highway 17 in minutes for a commute over the hill, or head toward the beach, downtown Santa Cruz, redwood trails, and surf. A versatile Santa Cruz home with flexible living space, generous outdoor areas, and easy access to the lifestyle that makes this area so special.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$776Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by Marcus Vidrine III•DRE #02035202• David Lyng Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82046054
May 7, 2026
Listed
$2,150,000
$776/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Listed
$2,150,000
$776/sq ft
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A home made for Santa Cruz living: open, relaxed, flexible, and close to everything. Inside, wide-open living spaces, tall ceilings, an open kitchen, natural light, and a fireplace create a bright setting for everyday living and easy entertaining. The main living area flows to a large upper deck, perfect for dinner outside, morning coffee, or quiet evenings looking out toward the trees and greenery. The floor plan offers comfortable main living spaces plus a private studio suite with its own entrance, ideal for guests, a home office, creative space, or extended living. Updated kitchen and bathrooms, solar, RV parking, and an EV charger add modern function. Set on a spacious lot along Graham Hill Road, the property offers multiple outdoor areas, including a large upper deck, lower patio, and room to relax, gather, garden, or enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Views of trees and greenery create a calm, tucked-away feel, while the location keeps you connected. Near the back entrance to Pasatiempo, you can be on Highway 17 in minutes for a commute over the hill, or head toward the beach, downtown Santa Cruz, redwood trails, and surf. A versatile Santa Cruz home with flexible living space, generous outdoor areas, and easy access to the lifestyle that makes this area so special.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81860959
Dec 3, 2021
Sold
$1,975,000
$713/sq ft
Dec 3, 2021
Sold
$1,975,000
$713/sq ft
Nov 4, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 19, 2021
Price Changed
$1,895,000
$684/sq ft
Sep 15, 2021
Price Changed
$1,995,000
$720/sq ft
Sep 2, 2021
Listed
$2,150,000
$776/sq ft
Sep 2, 2021
Listed
$1,895,000
$684/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 4, 1991
Sold
$282,500
$102/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 18, 1982
Sold
$160,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,454 (+6.0%)
$1,469,773 + $626,113
$2,095,886
2024
$23,073 (+1.6%)
$1,440,954 + $613,836
$2,054,790
2023
$22,712 (+1.5%)
$1,440,954 + $613,836
$2,054,790
2022
$22,387 (+270.4%)
$1,412,700 + $601,800
$2,014,500
2021
$6,044 (+0.8%)
$1,385,000 + $590,000
$1,975,000
2020
$5,999 (+1.4%)
$249,961 + $270,358
$520,319
2019
$5,914 (+5.5%)
$247,398 + $267,585
$514,983
2018
$5,607 (+0.3%)
$242,547 + $262,339
$504,886
2017
$5,590 (+4.1%)
$233,129 + $252,152
$485,281
2016
$5,369 (−0.4%)
$233,129 + $252,152
$485,281
2015
$5,388 (+4.1%)
$228,558 + $247,209
$475,767
2014
$5,178 (−0.3%)
$220,716 + $238,725
$459,441
2013
$5,192 (+1.7%)
$220,716 + $238,725
$459,441
2012
$5,106 (+3.3%)
$219,717 + $237,645
$457,362
2011
$4,945 (+1.0%)
$215,408 + $232,986
$448,394
2010
$4,895 (−0.1%)
$211,184 + $228,418
$439,602
2009
$4,902 (+2.3%)
$209,606 + $226,711
$436,317
2008
$4,789
$210,104 + $227,250
$437,354
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,771
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,771
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
06004105
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
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 83° 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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Historical weather
Santa Cruz, CA • 95060
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 770 Graham Hill Rd
$2,087,458
$63K under list price of $2.15M
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