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535 Highland Avenue

Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Bed 8

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

SqFt5,949

Sqft

SqFt148,975.20

Sqft(Lot)

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, perso nal 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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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $5,400,000

AD Id : 76039107

MLS Id : ML82037953

Beds : 8

Lot Size : 148,975.20 Sqft

Living Area Size : 5,949

Year Built : 1886

Garage : 3

County : Santa Cruz

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 8

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 6 Full Baths: 5 Half Baths: 1
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Composition Fireplace: Family Room,Living Room Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
  • Cooling Features

    None Air Conditioning

    Heating Source

    Radiant,Wall Furnace Has Heating

    Fireplace

    Fireplace Features: Family Room,Living Room Has Fireplace: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1886 Roof: Composition
  • Foundation

    Concrete Perimeter

  • Lot Details

    Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced Lot Size Acres: 3.42
  • Lot Size Source: Other Lot Size Square Feet: 148975.2

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: 5,400,000 Listing Contract Date: 2026-03-10
  • Lease Information

    Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 00114145000

  • Other Property Info

    Source Listing Status: Active Source Neighborhood: 699 - Not Defined Directions: Cross Street: Park Way Zoning: Residential Source Property Type: Residential Area: 699 - Not Defined Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Building and Construction

    Property Age: 140 Common Walls: No Common Walls Structure Type: Single Family Residence Year Built Source: Other Total Square Feet Living: 5949
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Laurel Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $1,500,000 3 2 2,036 2,036 SqFt
116 Monterey Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $4,588,000 4 4 2,586 2,586 SqFt
260 Humbug Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $2,540,000 3 2 3,422 3,422 SqFt
220 Miracle Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $1,775,000 3 2 2,941 2,941 SqFt
155 Rabbits Run Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $1,550,000 4 3 3,004 3,004 SqFt
404 Esmeralda Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $1,890,000 3 2 2,361 2,361 SqFt
46 Beulah Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $889,000 2 1 920 920 SqFt
111 Misty Court, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $1,799,000 4 3 3,352 3,352 SqFt
1239 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $1,599,000 4 4 3,206 3,206 SqFt
Sutphen Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 $924,900 3 2 1,147 1,147 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/17/2026 @ 20:07

MLS: ML82037953 LISTED BY: Tim Allen, Coldwell Banker Realty 831-626-2221 SOURCE: CRMLS

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