Once in a lifetime opportunity to become the next proprietor of 38 sprawling acres tucked away in its own hidden valley next to Chaminade Resort. It is so rare to find this level of seclusion and privacy while still being in town. The property has 5 parcels with a vast expanse of sunny acreage offering views, solitude, and incredible potential. Preliminary Rural Density Matrix suggests up to 4 potential building sites. An existing vintage cottage is set on a 1.88 acre parcel. The remaining 36+ acres are zoned RA. Property borders Chaminade to the West and Vacant Land (RA-D- Designated Park Site) to the North and East. For an end-user, this rare offering of acreage- so close to town -could be transformed into a legacy estate with the right vision and craftsmanship. For a savvy investor or luxury home builder, this could be the rare gem for which you have been searching. Not to be missed. PRIVATE ROAD- Please do not drive by- showings by appointment only, please do not disturb occupants.
For sale
$4,995,000
3554 Paul Sweet Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
2beds
1,200sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1965
38.82 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$4,163/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage cottageHidden valleySprawling acresSunny acreageIncredible potential
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 30, 2025 at 02:35am
Listed by:
Derek Timm 01386067 831-239-9203,
Montalvo Homes & Estates 831-460-4663,
Aimee Thayer-Garcia 01846533 831-435-9146,
Montalvo Homes & Estates
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82007986
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: NoFormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: Other
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- None
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Oversized
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods, Garden/Greenbelt, Greenbelt, Hills, Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 38.82 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 10212176000
- Zoning: RA
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PropaneOnSite
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $4,163/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $204,466
- Date on market: 5/22/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,442/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000+2071.7%$4,163/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/12/1995 | Sold | $230,000$192/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $204,466 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,634 +2.1% | $200,457 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,581 +1.2% | $196,527 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$31,168/mo
Principal & interest
$24841
Property taxes
$4579
Home insurance
$1748
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95065
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10New Brighton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SoquelUnionElementary
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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