298 Vine Hill Rd

2,702 Sq. Ft.
$444 / Sq. Ft.
2,702
Sq. Ft.
$444
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Custom built, beautifully reimagined and brought back to life. Set on over 2 acres in the Santa Cruz Mountains, this updated 2,700+ sq ft property blends its original mid-century character with modern comfort and style. A "treehouse on a hill", this home features open-beamed ceilings, knotty pine accents, kiln-dried redwood railings, and a cozy loft library with built-in seating and serene treetop views. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light and showcase the surrounding redwoods. The...Custom built, beautifully reimagined and brought back to life. Set on over 2 acres in the Santa Cruz Mountains, this updated 2,700+ sq ft property blends its original mid-century character with modern comfort and style. A "treehouse on a hill", this home features open-beamed ceilings, knotty pine accents, kiln-dried redwood railings, and a cozy loft library with built-in seating and serene treetop views. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light and showcase the surrounding redwoods. The flexible floor plan offers four bedrooms and two baths, with two bedrooms on each level, plus a dedicated office area and generous food and wine storage. Outdoor living is enhanced by the private, tree-lined setting with deck space for days to relax or explore. The property includes an attached two-car garage, plus a detached two-car garage with workshop space for all your toys and tinkering. Peaceful and private, yet ideally located just minutes from Highway 17 for easy access to Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, and beaches. Welcome Home!
  1. Listed by John Flaniken • DRE #01420207 • Brokerage DRE #02071734 • Trade-In Real Estate • 831-334-0890

Property Details for 298 Vine Hill Road

MLS City Name
Santa Cruz
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
4
View
Forest / Woods, Mountains
Cross Street
Jarvis Road

Open Houses

Saturday, Jan 24th

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Saturday, Jan 24th

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Sunday, Jan 25th

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/21/2026 03:35 PM

Property Details for 298 Vine Hill Road

StatusActive
MLS #ML82030640
Days on Compass10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1978
Lot Size2.14 AC / 93,131 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Trade-In Real Estate, John Flaniken, DRE #01420207
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Building Information for 298 Vine Hill Road

Stories2Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size2.14 AC / 93,131 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,114 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,844

Property Taxes

$270

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 298 Vine Hill Road

Features
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Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Office Area, Loft
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Updated Bath
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room, No Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Double
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, High Ceiling
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Living SqFt: 2702
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
  • Utilities: Propane On Site
  • Water: Well
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Off-Street Parking
  • Garage Max: 4
  • Garage Min: 4
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Scotts Valley North
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 298
  • Street Name: Vine Hill
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 41
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 2702
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 48
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Zoning Detail: A
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: From Highway 17 take the Vine Hill Road exit. From Santa Cruz take Branciforte Drive to Vine Hill Road. Very close to Jarvis Road. Driveway appears a challenge- it's workable with a place to turn around at top.
  • Parcel Number: 100-071-13-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Postal ID: 64
  • Postal Code: 95065
  • Elementary School District: 949
  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Concrete Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 2.14
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: BBQ Area, Deck, Porch - Enclosed

Property History for 298 Vine Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82030640

$1,199,000
Jan 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82030640

$1,199,000
Sep 3, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82013587

$1,200,000
Sep 3, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82013587

$825,000
Sep 3, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82013587

$825,000
Aug 27, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911946587

$825,000
Aug 11, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82013587

Aug 11, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82013587

Aug 11, 2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML82013587

Jul 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82013587

$1,200,000
Jul 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82013587

$1,200,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/12/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82030640

$1,199,000
01/12/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82030640

$1,199,000
09/03/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82013587

$1,200,000
09/03/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82013587

$825,000
09/03/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82013587

$825,000
08/27/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911946587

$825,000
08/11/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82013587

08/11/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82013587

08/11/2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML82013587

07/07/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82013587

$1,200,000
07/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82013587

$1,200,000

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Public Records for 298 Vine Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$35,877Additions$205,133Total$241,010
Tax Record2025$3,236 ($270 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,438 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,438 SqFtLot Size93,131 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1978ZoningACountySANTA CRUZAPN100-071-13Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 298 Vine Hill Road

This home is within Santa Cruz City High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Happy Valley Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Mission Hill Middle School
Public6 to 8

Harbor High School
Public9 to 12

Santa Cruz High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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298 Vine Hill Road is a single family home for sale in Santa Cruz, CA 95065. This property was listed for sale on January 12, 2026 by Trade-In Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,199,000. It has been on the market for a total of 10 days and was last sold on September 3, 2025. This listing's school districts are Happy Valley Elementary School District, Santa Cruz City High School District. Nearby schools include Happy Valley Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School and Harbor High School. 298 Vine Hill Road is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,702 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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Listing Courtesy of Trade-In Real Estate, John Flaniken, DRE #01420207

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