450 Vine Hill Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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450 Vine Hill Road,Santa Cruz, CA 95065
$1,700,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,342 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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  • Sat, May 16
    09:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sat, May 16
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Listed by: seb frey
Office: compass408-358-1111
MLS#:ML82046835
Source:CRMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$1,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$725.88

About this home

Tucked away from Vine Hill Road in the Happy Valley School District, this Santa Cruz retreat feels like a private world of its own. Set on 3.5+ park-like acres with gardens, winding paths, towering redwoods, and a seasonal creek with sandy beach area, the property offers privacy, natural beauty, and architectural character just minutes from town. The custom home brings the outdoors in, with dramatic windows, multiple decks, and serene views of the gardens and forest. A two-story atrium creates a striking first impression, while the generous floor plan offers space to gather, relax, work from home, or enjoy the peaceful setting. Distinctive living areas, including a sunroom, lounge spaces, and an upstairs wing, give the home flexibility and personality rarely found in a typical Santa Cruz property. The grounds are a true highlight, with lush landscapes, quiet corners, and open areas that feel like a private botanical retreat. Close to DeLaveaga Park trails, downtown Santa Cruz,...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1979
  • Listing ID #:ML82046835
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 14, 2026 at 11:30 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Carpet, Laminate
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Living area:2,342 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Propane

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1979
  • Building area:2,342 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:3.55 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Custom
  • Exterior Features:Deck

Utilities

  • Water:SharedWell

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$725.88

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Amenities:Atrium, Attic, Skylights

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:4
  • Parking description:Guest, Off Street
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:3
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