540 Olaughlin Rd

$1,260,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,951 Sq. Ft.
$646 / Sq. Ft.
1,951
Sq. Ft.
$646
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Wake up to towering redwoods, shimmering bay views, and quiet you can actually hear. Tucked in Santa Cruz County's Happy Valley, this 3.6-acre retreat pairs everyday convenience with a true mountain-meets-coast lifestyle. You're in the Happy Valley Elementary one-school district, small, close-knit, and uniquely community-focused, while still moments from town. Weekends write themselves: hike the old-growth groves at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, then be on the sand or downtown Santa Cruz in minutes....Wake up to towering redwoods, shimmering bay views, and quiet you can actually hear. Tucked in Santa Cruz County's Happy Valley, this 3.6-acre retreat pairs everyday convenience with a true mountain-meets-coast lifestyle. You're in the Happy Valley Elementary one-school district, small, close-knit, and uniquely community-focused, while still moments from town. Weekends write themselves: hike the old-growth groves at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, then be on the sand or downtown Santa Cruz in minutes. When you need errands (or a movie and dinner), Scotts Valley has easy shopping, groceries, and the local cinema just 5 minutes away. Commuters and day-trippers will appreciate direct access toward Santa Cruz and Highway 17 via Branciforte Drive (one of the primary routes serving the Happy Valley area) placing Los Gatos and coastal workplaces within straightforward reach. Inside, nearly 2,000 sq ft of sun-splashed living blends open-beam ceilings, skylights, and a modern kitchen that opens to view decks, perfect for morning coffee above the trees or easy entertaining at sunset. With sun and privacy galore, plus a flexible space for home office or media, this is a home that lives like a sanctuary without giving up access to everything you love about Santa Cruz living.

Listing Agent

  1. Sebastian Frey

    Sebastian Frey

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01369847

Property Details for 540 Olaughlin Road

MLS City Name
Santa Cruz
Building Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2
View
Bay, Ocean, Valley
Cross Street
Granite Creek
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 12:08 PM

Property Details for 540 Olaughlin Road

StatusSold
MLS #ML82020804
Days on Compass60
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1980
Lot Size3.63 AC / 158,253 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Sebastian Frey, DRE #01369847

Sold By KW Thrive Santa Cruz, Daniel Chole, DRE #02031480

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Building Information for 540 Olaughlin Road

Stories1Year Built1980Building Size-Lot Size3.63 AC / 158,253 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,618 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,226

Property Taxes

$1,392

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 540 Olaughlin Road

Features
Room Information
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight, Tankless Water Heater, Double Pane Windows
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Wood Burning, Wood Stove
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Living SqFt: 1951
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site
  • Water: Well - Shared
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 2
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Carport
  • Garage Max: 0
  • Garage Min: 0
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows
  • Area Text: Scotts Valley North
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 540
  • Street Name: Olaughlin
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 41
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1951
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 45
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: A
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 101-031-23
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Postal ID: 64
  • Postal Code: 95065
  • Elementary School: 892
  • Elementary School District: 949
  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Pillars / Posts / Piers
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 3.63
  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Down, Grade - Sloped Up, Private / Secluded
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck

Property History for 540 Olaughlin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 5, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922617845

$1,260,000

-3.8% / yr

Dec 3, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82020804

$1,260,000
Dec 3, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82020804

$1,260,000
Nov 7, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82020804

Nov 7, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82020804

Nov 7, 2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML82020804

Sep 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82020804

$1,300,000
Sep 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82020804

$1,300,000
Jul 31, 2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML82001295

Jul 31, 2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,350,000
Jul 7, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,350,000
Jul 7, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,350,000
Jun 18, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,400,000
Jun 18, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,400,000
May 13, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,450,000
May 13, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,450,000
Apr 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,500,000
Apr 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,500,000
Jul 29, 2022

Sold

EBRD #ML81895196

$1,435,000
Jul 29, 2022

Sold

RESFAR #81895196

$1,435,000
Jul 29, 2022

Sold

MLSListings #ML81895196

$1,435,000
Jul 22, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1494543807

$1,435,000

+5.9% / yr

Jul 7, 2022

Pending

MLSListings #ML81895196

Jul 7, 2022

Pending

RESFAR #81895196

Jul 7, 2022

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML81895196

Jul 7, 2022

Contingent - Show

RESFAR #81895196

Jul 7, 2022

Pending

EBRD #ML81895196

Jun 18, 2022

Price Change

RESFAR #81895196

$1,500,000
Jun 10, 2022

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81895196

$1,620,000
Jun 10, 2022

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81895196

$1,620,000
Jun 10, 2022

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81895196

$1,620,000
Sep 4, 2015

Sold

MLSListings #ML81484975

$965,000
Sep 4, 2015

Sold

EBRD #ML81484975

$965,000
Aug 28, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #556590418

$965,000

+1.6% / yr

Jul 25, 2015

Pending

EBRD #ML81484975

Jul 25, 2015

Pending

MLSListings #ML81484975

Jul 13, 2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81484975

$974,000
Jul 13, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81484975

$974,000
Oct 31, 2007

Sold

MLSListings #ML80748210

$855,000
Oct 31, 2007

Sold

EBRD #ML80748210

$855,000
Oct 31, 2007

Sold

RESFAR #80748210

$855,000
Oct 23, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #228362259

$855,000
Oct 7, 2007

Pending

RESFAR #80748210

Oct 7, 2007

Pending

EBRD #ML80748210

Oct 7, 2007

Pending

MLSListings #ML80748210

Aug 27, 2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80748210

$899,000
Aug 27, 2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80748210

$899,000
Aug 27, 2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80748210

$899,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/05/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922617845

$1,260,000

-3.8% / yr

12/03/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82020804

$1,260,000
12/03/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82020804

$1,260,000
11/07/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82020804

11/07/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82020804

11/07/2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML82020804

09/09/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82020804

$1,300,000
09/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82020804

$1,300,000
07/31/2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML82001295

07/31/2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,350,000
07/07/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,350,000
07/07/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,350,000
06/18/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,400,000
06/18/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,400,000
05/13/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,450,000
05/13/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,450,000
04/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82001295

$1,500,000
04/10/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82001295

$1,500,000
07/29/2022

Sold

EBRD #ML81895196

$1,435,000
07/29/2022

Sold

RESFAR #81895196

$1,435,000
07/29/2022

Sold

MLSListings #ML81895196

$1,435,000
07/22/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1494543807

$1,435,000

+5.9% / yr

07/07/2022

Pending

MLSListings #ML81895196

07/07/2022

Pending

RESFAR #81895196

07/07/2022

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML81895196

07/07/2022

Contingent - Show

RESFAR #81895196

07/07/2022

Pending

EBRD #ML81895196

06/18/2022

Price Change

RESFAR #81895196

$1,500,000
06/10/2022

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81895196

$1,620,000
06/10/2022

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81895196

$1,620,000
06/10/2022

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81895196

$1,620,000
09/04/2015

Sold

MLSListings #ML81484975

$965,000
09/04/2015

Sold

EBRD #ML81484975

$965,000
08/28/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #556590418

$965,000

+1.6% / yr

07/25/2015

Pending

EBRD #ML81484975

07/25/2015

Pending

MLSListings #ML81484975

07/13/2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81484975

$974,000
07/13/2015

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81484975

$974,000
10/31/2007

Sold

MLSListings #ML80748210

$855,000
10/31/2007

Sold

EBRD #ML80748210

$855,000
10/31/2007

Sold

RESFAR #80748210

$855,000
10/23/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #228362259

$855,000
10/07/2007

Pending

RESFAR #80748210

10/07/2007

Pending

EBRD #ML80748210

10/07/2007

Pending

MLSListings #ML80748210

08/27/2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80748210

$899,000
08/27/2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80748210

$899,000
08/27/2007

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80748210

$899,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 540 Olaughlin Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,102,824Additions$390,150Total$1,492,974
Tax Record2025$16,705 ($1,392 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,951 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,951 SqFtLot Size158,253 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1980ZoningACountySANTA CRUZAPN101-031-23Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 540 Olaughlin 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

Soquel 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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