895 Rider Ridge Rd

3,886 Sq. Ft.
$901 / Sq. Ft.
3,886
Sq. Ft.
$901
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Known as The Ridge- A coastal mountain retreat encompassing 12 acres of land with two homes, a vineyard, an orchard, a meadow, multiple gardens, two distinct redwood groves, a stunning pool, mesmerizing views and uncompromised privacy. Originally designed as a family compound by Brandenburger Associates of San Francisco, one could easily think they were in the hills above Napa Valley or Tuscany. The 3,900 square feet of living space includes 4 bedrooms and 3 and a half baths, a separate guest quarters,...Known as The Ridge- A coastal mountain retreat encompassing 12 acres of land with two homes, a vineyard, an orchard, a meadow, multiple gardens, two distinct redwood groves, a stunning pool, mesmerizing views and uncompromised privacy. Originally designed as a family compound by Brandenburger Associates of San Francisco, one could easily think they were in the hills above Napa Valley or Tuscany. The 3,900 square feet of living space includes 4 bedrooms and 3 and a half baths, a separate guest quarters, pool room, wine cellar, woodworking shop and art studio. The grand deck flows around the front of the home overlooking the pool, hot tub, vineyard and gardens with breathtaking views of the coastal mountains all the way to the ocean. The property falls within the highly desirable Happy Valley School District and is approx. 25 min. to Los Gatos and 20 min. to downtown Santa Cruz. In addition, there is a private 2 bedroom 2 bath guesthouse with a separate driveway.
  1. Listed by Bret Zischke • DRE #01413081 • Brokerage DRE #01319514 • Bailey Properties • 831-234-2442

Property Details for 895 Rider Ridge Road

MLS City Name
SANTA CRUZ
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
7
View
Forest / Woods, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Ridge
Cross Street
Jarvis Rd
LISTING CLOSED: 04/21/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 895 Rider Ridge Road

StatusSold
MLS #ML81837437
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees$350 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1982
Lot Size12.02 AC / 523,417 SF
CountySanta Cruz County
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Building Information for 895 Rider Ridge Road

Stories1Year Built1982Building Size-Lot Size12.02 AC / 523,417 SF

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Property Information for 895 Rider Ridge Road

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Bonus / Hobby Room, Great Room, Wine Cellar / Storage, Workshop
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower - 2+
  • Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Dining Room: No Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Oven Range - Built-In, Pantry
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Solar Power, Solar Power On Grid, Walls Insulated
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Free Standing, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Wood Burning, Other
  • Fireplaces Min: 5
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Living SqFt: 3886
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Type: Pool - Black Bottom, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground, Pool - Sweep, Spa - In Ground
  • Security Features: Security Alarm
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
  • Utilities: Generator, Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site, Solar - Hot Water Heater - Owned, Solar Panels - Owned
  • Water: Well - Shared
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 2
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Electric Gate, No Garage, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking
  • Garage Max: 0
  • Garage Min: 0
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • Association Fees Include: Maintenance - Road
  • HOA Exists: 1
  • HOA Fee: $350
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA Name: Rider Ridge Road Association
Property Details
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows
  • Area Text: Scotts Valley North
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 895
  • Street Name: Rider Ridge
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 41
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 3886
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 39
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Zoning Detail: A
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: Take Branciforte to Vine Hill Road to Jarvis Road. Go right on Rider Ridge Road (Small Sign) . Home is at end of Rider Ridge Road. From Highway 17 take Vine Hill Exit not Jarvis per GPS.
  • Incorporated: No
  • Parcel Number: 100-041-28-000
  • 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
  • High School Text: Santa Cruz High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Partial Fencing
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space, Pillars / Posts / Piers
  • Horse Property: Possible
  • Lot Acres: 12.02
  • Lot Description: Agricultural Use, Grade - Varies, Private / Secluded, Views, Vineyard
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Outdoor Fireplace, Sprinklers - Auto, Other

Property History for 895 Rider Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 21, 2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81837437

$3,500,000
Apr 21, 2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81837437

$3,500,000
Apr 19, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #696321957

$3,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/21/2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81837437

$3,500,000
04/21/2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81837437

$3,500,000
04/19/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #696321957

$3,500,000

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Public Records for 895 Rider Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,056,621Additions$1,731,891Total$3,788,512
Tax Record2025$41,501 ($3,458 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,886 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,886 SqFtLot Size523,417 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1982ZoningACountySANTA CRUZAPN100-041-28Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 895 Rider Ridge 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

Soquel High School
Public9 to 12

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