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Sold for $1,434,000
    • $1,434,000

    745 Granite Ridge Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    3beds
    2,160sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1941
    1.07 Acres Lot
    $1,434,100 Zestimate®
    $664/sqft
    $4,884 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,434,100

    $1.32M - $1.56M

    $4,884/mo

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    What's special

    Live the ultimate homestead lifestyle in this private, sun-drenched Happy Valley mountain sanctuary! Perfectly situated between Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz in the desirable Happy Valley School District, this home features a large office, detached 2-car garage/workshop, refinished hardwoods, a renovated kitchen, and an updated primary suite. Outdoors, enjoy a wraparound deck with cable railings, a 6-person saltwater hot tub, and a heated outdoor shower. The fully deer-fenced acreage is an organic paradise, boasting a chicken coop with water, yoga platform, kid's play structure, 11 drip-irrigated raised beds, and 30 diverse fruit trees set among majestic redwoods. Eco-friendly and resilient, the home features a massive 18kW solar array, a backup generator, and efficient HVAC. High-end infrastructure includes a whole-house water filtration/UV system, a 5,000-gallon holding tank with newer pumps, an upgraded gas line, pre-wired Starlink internet, earthquake retrofitting, and full critter proofing. Located on an excellent, well-maintained road with an active community association and emergency fire exits. Easy commute to UCSC and San Jose, your turnkey country haven awaits!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kasey Hinchman 01424163 831-239-3708,

    David Lyng Real Estate 831-429-5700

    Bought with:

    Turiya Blanchette, 02061949

    Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82056478MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Laundry, Office
    Bathroom
    • Features: ShowerandTub, Skylight, StallShower, Tile, Tub
    Dining room
    • Features: BreakfastNook, NoFormalDiningRoom
    Family room
    • Features: NoFamilyRoom
    Kitchen
    • Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Stone
    Heating
    • Central Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
    • Laundry: Tub/Sink
    Features
    • Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,160
    • Total interior livable area: 2,160 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Detached, Off Street
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Carport spaces: 2
    • Covered spaces: 4
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
    • Spa features: Other
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Forest/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 1.07 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 10101102000
    • Zoning: A
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Horse amenities: Unimproved

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1941

    Utilities & green energy

    • Gas: Generator, PropaneOnSite, PublicUtilities
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Propane, Public Utilities, Solar

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $1,000 annually
    Location
    • Region: Santa Cruz

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $664/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,198,549
    • Date on market: 8/4/2026
    • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/17/2026Sold$1,434,000-1.1%$664/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82056478 Report a problem
    9/1/2026Contingent$1,450,000$671/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82056478 Report a problem
    8/4/2026Listed for sale$1,450,000+47.2%$671/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82056478 Report a problem
    6/27/2017Sold$985,000+3.7%$456/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/14/2017Pending sale$950,000$440/sqft
    Source: Anderson Christie, Inc. #ML81653615 Report a problem
    5/30/2017Listed for sale$950,000+35.5%$440/sqft
    Source: Anderson Christie, Inc. #ML81653615 Report a problem
    6/18/2010Sold$701,000+4.6%$325/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/9/2003Sold$670,000$310/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $1,198,549 +2%
    2025$13,284 +5.1%$1,175,047 +2%
    2024$12,644 0%$1,152,007 +2%
    2023$12,648 +1.5%$1,129,418 +2%
    2022$12,463 +3.2%$1,107,274 +2%
    2021$12,080 +0.8%$1,085,562 +1%
    2020$11,983 +4.9%$1,074,431 +4.8%
    2019$11,428 +1.6%$1,024,794 +2%
    2018$11,251 +26.8%$1,004,700 +28.9%
    2017$8,872 +4.7%$779,668 +2%
    2016$8,472 +2.5%$764,380 +1.5%
    2015$8,269 +1.8%$752,898 +2%
    2014$8,124 $738,149 +12%
    2012-- $658,940 -4.1%
    2011-- $686,980 -0.5%
    2010-- $690,100 -1.9%
    2009-- $703,500 -3%
    2008-- $725,229 +2%
    2007-- $711,009 +2%
    2006-- $697,068 +2%
    2005-- $683,400 +2%
    2004-- $670,000 +42.4%
    2003-- $470,635 +2%
    2002-- $461,407 +2%
    2001-- $452,360 +2%
    2000-- $443,490
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 95065

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: HappyValleyElementary

    Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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