Magnificent Ocean Views!On over 12 acres. Must see in person! Single level home serenely nestled on its own private knoll with expansive 360 degree views from the Monterey Bay to the hills. Quiet peaceful refuge, yet close to town. This home offers impeccable Ocean Views from most every room. A gated courtyard welcomes you to the entrance. Formal living room offers a great space to relax with a Rumford Fireplace. Kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar is opened to family room with windows looking at the bay views. Formal dining area, quaint office/study enjoys a sitting area and fireplace. Master Suite with 2 walk in closets, Master bathroom & fabulous Ocean Views. Ocean Views from all bedrooms. Many patio sitting areas, to enjoy the views & beautiful outdoors, grassy romping grounds, deer fenced garden /organic fruit trees, planting beds. Fenced corral & storage barn. AC and Solar Electric!Room for tennis court or pool, use your imagination. Call to see! Close to Beaches
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
12.53 acresLot Size
$960Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Holly Ma•DRE #01259297• David Lyng Real Estate
Listed by Susan Roesch•DRE #01358845• David Lyng Real Estate
Contact: 831-345-4278
Bought with Dawn Thomas•DRE #01460529• Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
English Country Home. Panoramic Ocean View. Exceptional knoll-top setting. Dennis Britton design, filled w/ charm & character. Shingled ext, sm pane wndws French doors, slate patios, Pierre Deux wallpaper, faux painted walls, fir floors.
Public Records
Apr 11, 1985
Sold
$208,000
$66/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 19, 1974
Sold
$21,500
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,081 (+6.7%)
$1,580,718 + $638,322
$2,219,040
2024
$25,379 (+1.9%)
$1,549,724 + $625,806
$2,175,530
2023
$24,907 (+1.0%)
$1,549,724 + $625,806
$2,175,530
2022
$24,657 (+2.7%)
$1,519,337 + $613,535
$2,132,872
2021
$24,013 (+0.9%)
$1,489,546 + $601,505
$2,091,051
2020
$23,805 (+3.9%)
$1,460,339 + $589,711
$2,050,050
2019
$22,914 (+1.5%)
$1,445,365 + $583,664
$2,029,029
2018
$22,585 (+1.2%)
$1,417,025 + $572,220
$1,989,245
2017
$22,308 (+2.3%)
$1,362,000 + $550,000
$1,912,000
2016
$21,809 (+5.9%)
$1,362,000 + $550,000
$1,912,000
2015
$20,596 (+10.2%)
$1,394,122 + $548,104
$1,942,226
2014
$18,683 (+15.4%)
$1,184,872 + $465,839
$1,650,711
2013
$16,192 (+3.5%)
$1,184,872 + $465,839
$1,650,711
2012
$15,639 (−6.3%)
$1,012,711 + $398,153
$1,410,864
2011
$16,699 (−2.1%)
$973,760 + $382,840
$1,356,600
2010
$17,055 (−0.3%)
$1,045,360 + $410,990
$1,456,350
2009
$17,107 (−26.3%)
$1,074,000 + $422,250
$1,496,250
2008
$23,214
$1,074,000 + $422,250
$1,496,250
Tax history for 1290 Hidden Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,081 (+6.7%)
$1,580,718 + $638,322
$2,219,040
2024
$25,379 (+1.9%)
$1,549,724 + $625,806
$2,175,530
2023
$24,907 (+1.0%)
$1,549,724 + $625,806
$2,175,530
2022
$24,657 (+2.7%)
$1,519,337 + $613,535
$2,132,872
2021
$24,013 (+0.9%)
$1,489,546 + $601,505
$2,091,051
2020
$23,805 (+3.9%)
$1,460,339 + $589,711
$2,050,050
2019
$22,914 (+1.5%)
$1,445,365 + $583,664
$2,029,029
2018
$22,585 (+1.2%)
$1,417,025 + $572,220
$1,989,245
2017
$22,308 (+2.3%)
$1,362,000 + $550,000
$1,912,000
2016
$21,809 (+5.9%)
$1,362,000 + $550,000
$1,912,000
2015
$20,596 (+10.2%)
$1,394,122 + $548,104
$1,942,226
2014
$18,683 (+15.4%)
$1,184,872 + $465,839
$1,650,711
2013
$16,192 (+3.5%)
$1,184,872 + $465,839
$1,650,711
2012
$15,639 (−6.3%)
$1,012,711 + $398,153
$1,410,864
2011
$16,699 (−2.1%)
$973,760 + $382,840
$1,356,600
2010
$17,055 (−0.3%)
$1,045,360 + $410,990
$1,456,350
2009
$17,107 (−26.3%)
$1,074,000 + $422,250
$1,496,250
2008
$23,214
$1,074,000 + $422,250
$1,496,250
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
12.54 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
3,130
Year built
1987
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10232104
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RA
Residential Agricultural District
To provide areas of residential use where development is limited to a range of non-urban densities of single-family dwellings in areas outside the urban services line and rural services line; on lands suitable for development with adequate water, septic system suitability, vehicular access, and fire protection; with adequate protection of natural resources; with adequate protection from natural hazards; and where small-scale commercial agriculture, such as animal-keeping, truck farming and specialty crops, can take place in conjunction with the primary use of the property as residential.
Horse Property Description: Arena, Barn Amenities, Fenced
Property Primary ID: 188495
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 12.535
Lot Description: Farm Animals (Permitted), Grade (Sloped Down), Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: RA
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Solar Power On Grid
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site, Public Utilities, Solar
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
Middle School: New Brighton Middle
High School: Soquel High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 1 to 41st Ave offramp exit north to Soquel Dr turn left at signal. Take right turn at signal to Rodeo Gulch to Hidden Valley Rd. turn left, follow signs to 1290 Hidden Valley Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,130
Stories: —
Lot Size: 12.54 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10232104
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
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Schools
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Transit
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
New Brighton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
7/10
Soquel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
9/10
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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
6 days above 92° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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13 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.86M – $3.46M
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