Off Market2848d on market
256 Meadow Rd
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 • 95060 • Santa Cruz County
$3,615,600
$1208/sqft
5Beds
4Baths
2,994Sqft
1.4 acLot
1961Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Park · Territorial · Water · City · Mountain
Enhanced Security
Security Fence · Fire Alarm · Security Alarm
Tile & Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
10 views
People checking out this listing
2848 days on market
Established listing
$1,208/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1961
This spectacular gated hill top single level 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home on 1.5 acres in the Santa Cruz City limits is surrounded by the magnificence of nature with views of the city, Santa Cruz Mountain Range and Monterey Bay. It was architecturally designed to let the outside in, through plentiful windows, sliding glass doors and sky lights. A custom wrought iron front gate, cathedral wood beam ceilings, fireplaces, oak wood floors, a gourmet entertaining/family room kitchen, decks, low maintenance succulent gardens, stately oaks and redwood trees are only a few highlights. This unique property offers the ultimate combination of natural beauty, stunning Monterey Bay views, privacy, and casual elegance, all conveniently close to UCSC, Westlake School, downtown Santa Cruz and beaches.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$22,666/month
Principal & Interest$17,845
Property Tax$3,616
Insurance$1,205
Down payment20% ($723,120)
3%50%
Est. 6.27% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,892,480 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingleFamily
Year Built1961
HeatingForced air, Stove, Gas, Solar, Wood / Pellet
CoolingCentral, Solar
Parking6 Parking spaces
Lot1.39 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Year built1961
Systems
HeatingForced air, Stove, Gas, Solar, Wood / Pellet
CoolingCentral, Solar
RoofAsphalt
Constructionwood frame
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingCarport, Garage
FencingFenced, Wood, Gate, Rail, Mixed Height / Type
Lot1.39 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood95060
Annual tax$32,030
Parcel00109107
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher
Dryer
Freezer
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Range / Oven
Refrigerator
Trash compactor
Washer
Flooring
Tile
Hardwood
Slate
Heating
Forced air
Stove
Gas
Solar
Wood / Pellet
Cooling
Central
Solar
Laundry
Tub / Sink
Gas Hookup
Inside
In Utility Room
Exterior Features
Exterior
Shingle
Wood
Parking
Carport
Garage
Construction
wood frame
Security
Security Fence
Fire Alarm
Security Alarm
Secured Garage / Parking
Controlled / Secured Access
Views
Park
Territorial
Water
City
Mountain
Utilities
Public Utilities
Room details
8 rooms detailed
Breakfast Nook
Dining Room
Laundry Room
Library
Master Bath
Mud Room
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusOff Market
Days on market2848
Est. value$3,615,600
Est. rent$7,351/mo
Tax rate1.10%
Price/sqft$1208
Last sold$2,435,000
Tour days6
Views10
How are the schools in Santa Cruz?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 21, 2018Sold$2,435,000$813Public Record
Dec 21, 2017Listing Removed$2,995,000$1,000Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos
Nov 29, 2017Listed For Sale$2,995,000$1,000Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos
Nov 7, 2017Pending Sale$2,995,000$1,000Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos
Aug 8, 2017Listed For Sale$2,995,000$1,000Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Sold$2,435,000
Jun 21, 2018•$813/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$2,995,000
Dec 21, 2017•$1,000/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos
Listed For Sale$2,995,000
Nov 29, 2017•$1,000/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos
Pending Sale$2,995,000
Nov 7, 2017•$1,000/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos
Listed For Sale$2,995,000
Aug 8, 2017•$1,000/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$32,030$2,770,615
Apr 9, 2024$29,916$2,716,289
Apr 9, 2023$29,543$2,663,028
Apr 9, 2022$29,201$2,610,812
Apr 9, 2021$28,575$2,559,620
Apr 9, 2020$28,345$2,533,375
Apr 9, 2019$27,743$2,483,700
Apr 9, 2018$3,786$337,140
Apr 9, 2017$3,735$330,529
Apr 9, 2016$3,523$324,048
Apr 9, 2015$3,441$319,181
Apr 9, 2014$3,381$312,928
Apr 9, 2012—$305,406
Apr 9, 2011—$299,417
Apr 9, 2010—$297,179
Apr 9, 2009—$297,885
Apr 9, 2008—$292,044
Apr 9, 2007—$286,318
Apr 9, 2006—$280,703
Apr 9, 2005—$275,199
Apr 9, 2004—$269,803
Apr 9, 2003—$264,858
Apr 9, 2002—$259,665
Apr 9, 2001—$254,573
Apr 9, 2000—$249,582
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Local context around this listing
Santa Cruz, CA • Santa Cruz County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
950609506195062950639506495065
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