Nestled on a hidden ridgetop- walking distance to town, this home delivers pleasure, fun, & sophistication of some of the worlds finest resorts. In addition to 5 bedrooms & 4.5 baths, this nearly 6500sqft home includes: expansive game room & bar; high-end home cinema; large home-office; full gym w/ steam-shower; climate controlled wine cellar w/ tasting room & 3-car garage that converts to a half-court basketball gym. Gourmet chef's dream kitchen w/ Subzero refrigerator, wine chiller, Thermador cooktop, 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers, bar & large island -opens to a spacious great room w/ soaring ceiling. Lives as a single-level w/ 3 bedrooms, including Master Suite which has 2 closets w/ large walk-in, and spa-like bath w/ jetted shower & tub. The outdoor living space provides an oasis of tranquility & relaxation w/ award-winning pool terrace by Tom Ralston. 50ft lap pool w/ auto cover includes swim-up-bar, waterfall & spa, plus Pro Tour quality putting green & volleyball-court-sized front yard.
Single-familyProperty Type
2007Year Built
0.72 acresLot Size
$548Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Derek Timm•DRE #01386067• Montalvo Homes & Estates
Bought with Derek Timm•DRE #01386067• Montalvo Homes & Estates
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81023977
Dec 15, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Mar 21, 2008
Sold
$1,865,000
$289/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80755276
Mar 24, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Mar 21, 2008
Sold
$1,816,000
$282/sq ft
Feb 23, 2008
Contingent
—
Feb 11, 2008
Price Changed
$1,998,000
$310/sq ft
Nov 26, 2007
Price Changed
$2,175,000
$337/sq ft
Oct 2, 2007
Listed
$2,375,000
$369/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$34,744 (+5.9%)
$1,247,612 + $1,871,416
$3,119,028
2024
$32,801 (+1.4%)
$1,199,166 + $1,798,748
$2,997,914
2023
$32,337 (+1.5%)
$1,199,166 + $1,798,748
$2,997,914
2022
$31,849 (+15.7%)
$1,175,652 + $1,763,478
$2,939,130
2021
$27,525 (+0.8%)
$1,152,600 + $1,728,900
$2,881,500
2020
$27,312 (+1.5%)
$572,768 + $1,905,453
$2,478,221
2019
$26,906 (+4.1%)
$566,895 + $1,885,915
$2,452,810
2018
$25,854 (+3.8%)
$555,779 + $1,848,936
$2,404,715
2017
$24,908 (+10.4%)
$580,719 + $1,652,799
$2,233,518
2016
$22,567 (+3.5%)
$580,719 + $1,652,799
$2,233,518
2015
$21,805 (+14.1%)
$537,701 + $1,530,371
$2,068,072
2014
$19,107 (+16.0%)
$456,995 + $1,300,673
$1,757,668
2013
$16,471 (+3.7%)
$456,995 + $1,300,673
$1,757,668
2012
$15,880 (−6.9%)
$390,593 + $1,111,687
$1,502,280
2011
$17,057 (−1.6%)
$375,570 + $1,068,930
$1,444,500
2010
$17,333 (−13.9%)
$405,920 + $1,155,840
$1,561,760
2009
$20,129 (+4.2%)
$413,780 + $1,178,220
$1,592,000
2008
$19,322
$481,440 + $1,370,880
$1,852,320
Tax history for 20 Ridgecrest Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$34,744 (+5.9%)
$1,247,612 + $1,871,416
$3,119,028
2024
$32,801 (+1.4%)
$1,199,166 + $1,798,748
$2,997,914
2023
$32,337 (+1.5%)
$1,199,166 + $1,798,748
$2,997,914
2022
$31,849 (+15.7%)
$1,175,652 + $1,763,478
$2,939,130
2021
$27,525 (+0.8%)
$1,152,600 + $1,728,900
$2,881,500
2020
$27,312 (+1.5%)
$572,768 + $1,905,453
$2,478,221
2019
$26,906 (+4.1%)
$566,895 + $1,885,915
$2,452,810
2018
$25,854 (+3.8%)
$555,779 + $1,848,936
$2,404,715
2017
$24,908 (+10.4%)
$580,719 + $1,652,799
$2,233,518
2016
$22,567 (+3.5%)
$580,719 + $1,652,799
$2,233,518
2015
$21,805 (+14.1%)
$537,701 + $1,530,371
$2,068,072
2014
$19,107 (+16.0%)
$456,995 + $1,300,673
$1,757,668
2013
$16,471 (+3.7%)
$456,995 + $1,300,673
$1,757,668
2012
$15,880 (−6.9%)
$390,593 + $1,111,687
$1,502,280
2011
$17,057 (−1.6%)
$375,570 + $1,068,930
$1,444,500
2010
$17,333 (−13.9%)
$405,920 + $1,155,840
$1,561,760
2009
$20,129 (+4.2%)
$413,780 + $1,178,220
$1,592,000
2008
$19,322
$481,440 + $1,370,880
$1,852,320
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.72 Acres
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
6,475
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
02247109
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
R-R-2.5
Residential-Rural District
The R-R-2.5 district is intended to apply to all lands designated in the General Plan as rural residential. This zoning classification is designed to provide areas for large-lot residential living and minor agricultural activities and is intended to achieve the following purposes: To reserve appropriately located areas for family living in a variety of types of dwellings, at a reasonable range of population densities consistent with sound standards of public health and safety; To ensure adequate light, air, privacy and open space for each dwelling unit; To minimize traffic congestion; To provide necessary space for off-street parking of automobiles; To protect residential properties from noise, illumination, unsightliness, odors, dust, dirt, smoke, vibration, heat, glare and other objectionable influences.
Bedroom Features: Ground Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More Than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More Than One Primary Bedroom, More Than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Granite, Primary Tub With Jets, Stall Shower (2+), Steam Shower, Stone, Tile, Tubs (2+), Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor
Appliances
Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Information
Breakfast Nook, Dining Area in Family Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Family Room Information
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Burning, Insert, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Fireplace: Yes
Flooring Information
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Travertine
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Room Information
Room Type: Great Room, Laundry, Media Room, Office
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Granite Countertop, Exhaust Fan, Island with Sink, Pantry
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Balcony/Patio, Deck, Fire Pit
Pool Information
Pool Features: Cover, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Lap
Style
Architectural Style: Custom
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 6,445
View
View: Forest/Woods, Valley
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Private
Listing Terms: Cash or Conventional Loan
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air, Multi-Zone
Heating: Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air (Gas), Heating (2+ Zones)
Utility Information
Gas: Public Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Telephone Services: Cable TV
Utilities: Public Utilities, Public Water
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $134
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: See HOA Documents
Has Association: Yes
School Information
Elementary School: Vine Hill Elementary
Elementary School District: Scotts Valley Unified
High School: Scotts Valley High
High School District: Scotts Valley Unified
Middle/Junior High School: Scotts Valley Middle
Location Information
MLS Area: Scotts Valley
Street Name: Ridgecrest
Street Number: 20
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 19
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 6,475
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 02247109
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Vine Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
Scotts Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Scotts Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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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
5 days above 90° expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.35M – $4.06M
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