Looking for a change of pace? This Monterey Bay Heights home offers privacy with gorgeous treetop living and a relaxed rural ambiance so close to town. Three levels create excellent separation of space, while vaulted ceilings with skylights and south-facing light provide sunlit rooms. Multiple decks showcase stunning sunset views with a rooftop terrace for looking toward the ocean. Enjoy a big open living/dining room, spacious kitchen, and main level bedroom and hardwood floors throughout. The primary suite boasts a bay window, slate bathroom, and deck access. Downstairs find a fun bonus room for an office, guest room, fitness, or a cozy movie lounge. This beautiful Creekside property includes a gated courtyard, terraced gardens with lighting and mature lemons trees, off-street parking, and more. Soquel is a convenient mid-county enclave, featuring charming shopping, dining, nearby Farmers Market, and of course, access to the stunning California coastline. What are you waiting for?
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
9,801 sq ftLot Size
$778Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michael Bloch•DRE #01382661• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Contact: 831-588-1588
Bought with Kendra Antonelli•DRE #01982185• Coldwell Banker Realty
Gorgeous light & bright contemporary 3-level home situated on beautiful Oak-studded lot * Multiple decks w/ ocean views * Lrg kitchen w/ bay window, island w/ brkfst bar & xtra storage, stainless steel appliances, gas stove * Fabulous master suite w/ bay window & large private deck * Master bath stunningly remodeled w/ floor-to-ceiling slate, slate shower stall w/ seamless glass door, designer sink & tub.
MLSListings #ML80571101
Apr 12, 2006
Sold
$779,000
$358/sq ft
Feb 16, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Dec 11, 2005
Listed
$789,000
$363/sq ft
+4
Special ambiance in this light & bright home surrounded by Live Oaks, hardwood floors, dual pane windows, ocean view from rooftop decks, high ceilings, modern kitchen, large master suite, cozy fireplace with custom hearth & mantle
Public Records
Oct 31, 1985
Sold
$155,000
$71/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 6, 1979
Sold
$105,000
$48/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 1978
Sold
$25,000
$11/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 30, 1975
Sold
$58,500
$27/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 19, 1974
Sold
$40,500
$19/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 12, 1970
Sold
$31,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,401 (+7.1%)
$1,151,411 + $493,462
$1,644,873
2024
$19,057 (+2.1%)
$1,128,834 + $483,786
$1,612,620
2023
$18,663 (+150.4%)
$1,128,834 + $483,786
$1,612,620
2022
$7,452 (+5.7%)
$1,106,700 + $474,300
$1,581,000
2021
$7,049 (+1.2%)
$208,873 + $342,319
$551,192
2020
$6,965 (+0.8%)
$204,777 + $335,607
$540,384
2019
$6,912 (+1.8%)
$202,677 + $332,166
$534,843
2018
$6,792 (+1.4%)
$198,703 + $325,653
$524,356
2017
$6,695 (+5.4%)
$190,988 + $313,006
$503,994
2016
$6,352 (+3.1%)
$190,988 + $313,006
$503,994
2015
$6,159 (+2.0%)
$187,243 + $306,869
$494,112
2014
$6,039 (−0.2%)
$180,817 + $296,339
$477,156
2013
$6,050 (−10.0%)
$180,817 + $296,339
$477,156
2012
$6,726 (−4.3%)
$180,000 + $295,000
$475,000
2011
$7,031 (−1.8%)
$316,710 + $220,800
$537,510
2010
$7,160
$335,070 + $233,600
$568,670
2009
$7,156 (−15.0%)
$344,250 + $240,000
$584,250
2008
$8,421
$344,250 + $240,000
$584,250
Tax history for 3630 Hardin Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,401 (+7.1%)
$1,151,411 + $493,462
$1,644,873
2024
$19,057 (+2.1%)
$1,128,834 + $483,786
$1,612,620
2023
$18,663 (+150.4%)
$1,128,834 + $483,786
$1,612,620
2022
$7,452 (+5.7%)
$1,106,700 + $474,300
$1,581,000
2021
$7,049 (+1.2%)
$208,873 + $342,319
$551,192
2020
$6,965 (+0.8%)
$204,777 + $335,607
$540,384
2019
$6,912 (+1.8%)
$202,677 + $332,166
$534,843
2018
$6,792 (+1.4%)
$198,703 + $325,653
$524,356
2017
$6,695 (+5.4%)
$190,988 + $313,006
$503,994
2016
$6,352 (+3.1%)
$190,988 + $313,006
$503,994
2015
$6,159 (+2.0%)
$187,243 + $306,869
$494,112
2014
$6,039 (−0.2%)
$180,817 + $296,339
$477,156
2013
$6,050 (−10.0%)
$180,817 + $296,339
$477,156
2012
$6,726 (−4.3%)
$180,000 + $295,000
$475,000
2011
$7,031 (−1.8%)
$316,710 + $220,800
$537,510
2010
$7,160
$335,070 + $233,600
$568,670
2009
$7,156 (−15.0%)
$344,250 + $240,000
$584,250
2008
$8,421
$344,250 + $240,000
$584,250
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,801 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
2,174
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
03703411
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Off-Street Parking
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Primary (Sunken Tub), Stall Shower, Tile, Tub in Master Bedroom
Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, Storage
Family Room Description: Other (See Remarks)
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Tile), Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Microwave, Oven (Gas), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Mountains, Neighborhood, Ocean
Fencing: Wood
Roof: Composition, Other (See Remarks)
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Deck
Building Information
Style: Contemporary
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Amenities: Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling
Communication: Cable TV
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,174
Property Information
Property Faces: South
Property Primary ID: 169699
Land Information
Tract Name: Monterey Bay Heights
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.225
Lot Description: Grade (Sloped Down)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-6
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 3
School Information
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
Turn on Hardin off of Soquel Dr and go toward the top.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,174
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,801 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 03703411
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Main Street Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
New Brighton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Soquel High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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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
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Soquel, CA • 95073
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$1.61M – $1.95M
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