Welcome to Vina del Cielo, wonderful mediterranean estate perched high in the sunny Soquel foothills. End of the road privacy on about 3.27 acres, the property has a vineyard overlooking stunning panoramic ocean views to Monterey! The home is approximately 3495 square feet with four bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and features a bright, open floor plan, great views from most rooms, 2 master suites with ensuite large bathrooms, a jetted tub and exposed beam ceilings. The kitchen is large with much counter space and a pantry cupboard. There are an office and bonus room, additional storage areas accessible inside the house and a potential in law unit with separate entrance. A large laundry room features a big walk in closet downstairs. A spacious attached 2 car garage and other outside flat areas allow room for additional parking. A lovely succulent garden with a fountain provide a tranquil outdoor seating area overlooking Bay views. Sale includes two parcels: 10239137 and 10239138.
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
3.28 acresLot Size
$718Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Britt Haselton•DRE #01044187• Haselton Properties
Contact: 831-234-0818
Bought with Vince Tornincasa•DRE #00523131• Vince Tornincasa
Welcome to Vina del Cielo, wonderful mediterranean estate perched high in the sunny Soquel foothills. End of the road privacy on about 3.27 acres, the property has a vineyard overlooking stunning panoramic ocean views to Monterey! The home is approximately 3495 square feet with four bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and features a bright, open floor plan, great views from most rooms, 2 master suites with ensuite large bathrooms, a jetted tub and exposed beam ceilings. The kitchen is large with much counter space and a pantry cupboard. There are an office and bonus room, additional storage areas accessible inside the house and a potential in law unit with separate entrance. A large laundry room features a big walk in closet downstairs. A spacious attached 2 car garage and other outside flat areas allow room for additional parking. A lovely succulent garden with a fountain provide a tranquil outdoor seating area overlooking Bay views. Sale includes two parcels: 10239137 and 10239138.
Public Records
Dec 13, 1988
Sold
$50,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,648 (+7.1%)
$870,440 + $638,322
$1,508,762
2024
$16,484 (+1.8%)
$853,372 + $625,806
$1,479,178
2023
$16,190 (+0.3%)
$853,372 + $625,806
$1,479,178
2022
$16,138 (+2.9%)
$836,639 + $613,535
$1,450,174
2021
$15,682 (+0.8%)
$820,235 + $601,505
$1,421,740
2020
$15,554 (+2.4%)
$804,152 + $589,711
$1,393,863
2019
$15,193 (+1.4%)
$795,906 + $583,664
$1,379,570
2018
$14,990 (+1.2%)
$780,300 + $572,220
$1,352,520
2017
$14,806 (+264.3%)
$750,000 + $550,000
$1,300,000
2016
$4,064 (+4.3%)
$750,000 + $550,000
$1,300,000
2015
$3,897 (+23.7%)
$11,752 + $466,022
$477,774
2014
$3,151 (−1.4%)
$11,350 + $450,030
$461,380
2013
$3,194 (+1.6%)
$11,350 + $450,030
$461,380
2012
$3,145 (+2.0%)
$11,298 + $447,996
$459,294
2011
$3,084 (+0.7%)
$11,075 + $439,211
$450,286
2010
$3,063 (−0.9%)
$10,858 + $430,599
$441,457
2009
$3,091 (−14.9%)
$10,777 + $427,381
$438,158
2008
$3,630
$10,803 + $428,396
$439,199
Tax history for 2494 N Rodeo Gulch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,648 (+7.1%)
$870,440 + $638,322
$1,508,762
2024
$16,484 (+1.8%)
$853,372 + $625,806
$1,479,178
2023
$16,190 (+0.3%)
$853,372 + $625,806
$1,479,178
2022
$16,138 (+2.9%)
$836,639 + $613,535
$1,450,174
2021
$15,682 (+0.8%)
$820,235 + $601,505
$1,421,740
2020
$15,554 (+2.4%)
$804,152 + $589,711
$1,393,863
2019
$15,193 (+1.4%)
$795,906 + $583,664
$1,379,570
2018
$14,990 (+1.2%)
$780,300 + $572,220
$1,352,520
2017
$14,806 (+264.3%)
$750,000 + $550,000
$1,300,000
2016
$4,064 (+4.3%)
$750,000 + $550,000
$1,300,000
2015
$3,897 (+23.7%)
$11,752 + $466,022
$477,774
2014
$3,151 (−1.4%)
$11,350 + $450,030
$461,380
2013
$3,194 (+1.6%)
$11,350 + $450,030
$461,380
2012
$3,145 (+2.0%)
$11,298 + $447,996
$459,294
2011
$3,084 (+0.7%)
$11,075 + $439,211
$450,286
2010
$3,063 (−0.9%)
$10,858 + $430,599
$441,457
2009
$3,091 (−14.9%)
$10,777 + $427,381
$438,158
2008
$3,630
$10,803 + $428,396
$439,199
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.93 Acres
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
3,495
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10239137
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Guest/Visitor Parking, Parking Area
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room Information
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area in Family Room, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Tile), Garbage Disposal, Island
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air, Heating (2+ Zones), Propane
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Tile
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Slab
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet, Wet Bar
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,470
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Primary ID: 555816
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 3.28
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Directions: 2.2 miles down North Rodeo Gulch to base of driveway on right, follow signs up driveway to 2494 to the top of the hill, last house
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,495
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10239137
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
New Brighton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
7/10
Soquel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
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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 86° expected this year, 14 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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Estimated sale price
$2.37M – $2.86M
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