Magical creekside oasis. An Open Floor Plan welcomes you into this thoughtfully laid-out home. The luxurious main suite has a beautiful garden bathroom, with bay window views of majestic redwoods. French doors open to a hardscape patio with multiple entertaining areas. A large recreation room with an ensuite bathroom graces the north wing of the home, perfect for guest quarters or second master. Gourmet Kitchen features granite countertops, cherry cabinets, high-end stainless steel appliances & opens onto an expansive patio. Enjoy breezy summer afternoons relaxing with friends & family. A perfect place to entertain thanks to the built-in BBQ & gazebo. A winding path through manicured gardens leads to 2 cottages & continues to a private woodland beach with a swimming hole & fire pit. 3 car garage has room for all your toys including an RV. 3rd garage could be used as a home office, gym, you name it! Minutes to downtown Soquel & Capitola. Easy 35 minute commute to SJC and Silicon Valley
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
1.35 acresLot Size
$839Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by The The Madani Team•DRE #70010074• Room Real Estate
Contact: 831-234-6683
Bought with The The Madani Team•DRE #70010074• Room Real Estate
Magic happens behind the gate! An open floor plan offers natural light flooding through the living area of this home. French doors lead onto an enormous paved patio with a dining gazebo and spa where indoors and outdoors merge. BBQ stations on the terrace allow for alfresco dining with the tranquil sound of the water feature and creek below as background. A short walk beyond leads to the relaxing creek overlook setting. Alive with color and charm there are surprises at every turn as you tour this property.
MLSListings #ML81414147
Jun 3, 2014
Sold
$962,000
$356/sq ft
May 9, 2014
Pending
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Apr 28, 2014
Listed
$939,000
$348/sq ft
+20
Finally, a truly refined home worthy of your consideration. The definition of "Turn Key" only begins to describe this recently renovated home suited for the indoor/outdoor life style of California. Does the appeal of a retreat along the Soquel Creek sound inviting? Maybe an expansive patio for wine tasting and entertaining? Let's not forget the recently renovated kitchen in granite and cherry.
Public Records
May 11, 1989
Sold
$245,000
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,114 (+4.8%)
$1,515,415 + $541,216
$2,056,631
2024
$22,053 (+1.3%)
$1,485,700 + $530,604
$2,016,304
2023
$21,769 (+1.3%)
$1,485,700 + $530,604
$2,016,304
2022
$21,489 (+53.4%)
$1,456,570 + $520,200
$1,976,770
2021
$14,006 (+1.2%)
$1,428,010 + $510,000
$1,938,010
2020
$13,843 (+1.8%)
$846,622 + $416,372
$1,262,994
2019
$13,604 (+1.8%)
$837,941 + $412,102
$1,250,043
2018
$13,363 (+4.1%)
$821,511 + $404,022
$1,225,533
2017
$12,836 (+3.5%)
$789,611 + $388,333
$1,177,944
2016
$12,399 (+159.1%)
$789,611 + $388,333
$1,177,944
2015
$4,786 (+3.4%)
$774,128 + $380,719
$1,154,847
2014
$4,628
$160,741 + $265,180
$425,921
2013
$4,631 (+1.9%)
$160,741 + $265,180
$425,921
2012
$4,544 (+2.1%)
$160,015 + $263,982
$423,997
2011
$4,451 (+1.2%)
$156,877 + $258,806
$415,683
2010
$4,396 (−0.6%)
$153,801 + $253,731
$407,532
2009
$4,424 (+2.7%)
$152,652 + $251,835
$404,487
2008
$4,308
$153,015 + $252,433
$405,448
Tax history for 5544 Old San Jose Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,114 (+4.8%)
$1,515,415 + $541,216
$2,056,631
2024
$22,053 (+1.3%)
$1,485,700 + $530,604
$2,016,304
2023
$21,769 (+1.3%)
$1,485,700 + $530,604
$2,016,304
2022
$21,489 (+53.4%)
$1,456,570 + $520,200
$1,976,770
2021
$14,006 (+1.2%)
$1,428,010 + $510,000
$1,938,010
2020
$13,843 (+1.8%)
$846,622 + $416,372
$1,262,994
2019
$13,604 (+1.8%)
$837,941 + $412,102
$1,250,043
2018
$13,363 (+4.1%)
$821,511 + $404,022
$1,225,533
2017
$12,836 (+3.5%)
$789,611 + $388,333
$1,177,944
2016
$12,399 (+159.1%)
$789,611 + $388,333
$1,177,944
2015
$4,786 (+3.4%)
$774,128 + $380,719
$1,154,847
2014
$4,628
$160,741 + $265,180
$425,921
2013
$4,631 (+1.9%)
$160,741 + $265,180
$425,921
2012
$4,544 (+2.1%)
$160,015 + $263,982
$423,997
2011
$4,451 (+1.2%)
$156,877 + $258,806
$415,683
2010
$4,396 (−0.6%)
$153,801 + $253,731
$407,532
2009
$4,424 (+2.7%)
$152,652 + $251,835
$404,487
2008
$4,308
$153,015 + $252,433
$405,448
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.35 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,165
Year built
1963
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
09907107
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): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Electric Car Hookup, Electric Gate, Gate/Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, Lighted Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking, Workshop in Garage
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 12
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Marble, Outside Access, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Stone, Tub w/Jets
Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, Office Area, Workshop
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star Lighting, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Sealed Crawlspace, Skylight(s), Solar Power On Grid, Tankless Water Heater, Thermostat Controller
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Generator, Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Irrigation Connected, Storage Tank, Well, Other (See Remarks)
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Mountain Elementary
Elementary School District: Mountain Elementary
High School: Soquel High
High School District: Santa Cruz City High
Location Information
From Highway 1 take exit 437 for Bay Avenue toward Porter Street. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Bay Avenue. Continue onto Porter Street. Continue onto Soquel San Jose Road. 5544 will be on your left, one mile past Olive Springs
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,165
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.35 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09907107
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Mountain Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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Branciforte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
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7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 73-81% chance 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
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 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
$2.15M – $2.61M
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