For the buyer who wants to disappear without being disconnected, this extraordinary retreat delivers a rare balance of privacy, beauty, and access. Perched above the treetops with breathtaking 40-mile views, the home lives in harmony with its natural surroundings, offering a true sense of escape just minutes from Highway 17.
Expansive picture windows flood the interiors with light and frame sweeping redwood and ridgeline vistas, creating a calm, sanctuary-like atmosphere throughout. The kitchen is warm and inviting, with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and high-end appliances, flowing seamlessly into an intimate dining area surrounded by panoramic views.
The spa-inspired primary bath offers a serene place to unwind, while outdoor living is exceptional. An expansive deck with a hot tub, raised garden beds, and a one-of-a-kind bench wrapped around majestic redwoods creates unforgettable spaces to relax and recharge.
Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully improved, this home is ideal for remote work or commuting to Silicon Valley or Santa Cruz, a place to reset, recharge, and live above it all.
Not just a home, but a shift in how you live, where space, light, and perspective become part of your everyday experience.
For sale
Price cut: $45K (4/2)
$1,950,000
480 Quail Ridge Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
3beds
3,438sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1980
10.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$567/sqft
$33/mo HOA
What's special
Custom cabinetrySpa-inspired primary bathRaised garden bedsCalm sanctuary-like atmosphere throughoutHigh-end appliancesGranite countertops
- 68 days |
- 1,418 |
- 63 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 02, 2026 at 08:39am
Listed by:
Shawndy Linquist 02062936 831-440-6733,
Compass 831-708-1663,
Michael Hall 01133676 650-465-1651,
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82032505
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, StallShower, PrimaryOversizedTub, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, ExhaustFan
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Washer/Dryer
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,438
- Total interior livable area: 3,438 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Spa features: Other, Cover, Spa/HotTub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods, Greenbelt, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 10.25 Acres
- Features: Hillside
Details
- Parcel number: 09527112000
- Zoning: SU
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Generator, PropaneOnSite, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Propane, Public Utilities
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $400 annually
Location
- Region: Scotts Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $567/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $744,094
- Annual tax amount: $8,926
- Date on market: 1/26/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Price change | $1,950,000-2.3%$567/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82032505 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+400%$580/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82032505 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/1997 | Sold | $399,000-0.3%$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/1994 | Sold | $400,000$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,926 +6.6% | $744,094 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,374 +2.1% | $729,504 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,198 +1.7% | $715,200 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,064 +3.3% | $701,176 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,803 +0.8% | $687,428 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,743 +1.5% | $680,379 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,630 +5.1% | $667,038 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,261 +0.3% | $653,959 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,236 +4.2% | $641,137 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,946 -0.3% | $628,566 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,966 +4.4% | $619,124 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,675 | $606,996 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $592,403 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $580,787 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $576,446 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $577,816 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $566,486 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $555,379 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $544,489 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $533,813 +3.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $517,366 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $507,884 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $497,926 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $488,163 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $478,592 |
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Est. payment
$11,425/mo
Principal & interest
$9604
Property taxes
$1788
HOA Fees
$33
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95066
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Vine Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Scotts Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 8/10Scotts Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: ScottsValleyUnified
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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