535 Highland Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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535 Highland Avenue,Santa Cruz, CA 95060
$5,400,000
- 8 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 5,949 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: tim allen
Office: coldwell banker realty831-626-2221
MLS#:ML82037953
Source:CRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$5,400,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$907.72
About this home
Perched atop 3.42 private acres overlooking Monterey Bay and the lights of Santa Cruz, this extraordinary legacy estate offers a rare blend of privacy, scale, and proximity to Silicon Valley. Designed for those who value both connection and retreat, the property presents an exceptional opportunity for multigenerational living, executive respite, or a private family compound. Expansive indoor and outdoor gathering spaces create an ideal setting for entertaining on any scale, from intimate family celebrations to grand events. Sweeping views, open grounds, and thoughtfully designed living areas provide a seamless backdrop for creating lasting memories while enjoying the natural beauty of the Central Coast. The estate's generous footprint offers flexibility for extended family, guests, personal collections, creative pursuits, or executive work-from-home lifestyles. Whether envisioned as a private sanctuary, an entertainer's showcase, or a generational asset to be enjoyed for decades to come, the possibilities are as inspiring as the setting itself. Conveniently located within reach of Silicon Valley's innovation centers while offering a world apart from the demands of everyday life, this is a property that combines luxury, privacy, and lifestyle in a truly exceptional way....
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Home facts
- Year built:1886
- Listing ID #:ML82037953
- Added:122 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 11, 2026 at 01:07 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:8
- Total bathrooms:6
- Full bathrooms:5
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Living area:5,949 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Radiant, Wall Furnance
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition
- Year built:1886
- Building area:5,949 sq. ft.
- Lot area:3.42 Acres
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimenter
Utilities
- Water:Public
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$5,400,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$907.72
Parking
- Total parking spaces:3
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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