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787 Rider Ridge Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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4 Beds
3 Baths
3,190 Sq Ft

A grand Mediterranean estate awaits you just beyond ornate iron gates & stucco privacy walls. This is truly a magical 2.6 acre parcel of level land with full sun exposure. Imagine your own Pinot Noir vineyard, rolling expanses of lawn, a view balcony, private patios, lush landscaping, fruit bearing trees and raised garden beds with watering system. This magical villa is your own private getaway at the end of a long day, or an ideal place to work from home. This estate boasts rare end of the road gated privacy and serene tranquil mountain valley views. Relax in the hammock or enjoy your glass of wine under the grand fuchsia bougainvillea. An ideal commute location centrally located between Los Gatos, Scotts Valley, Santa Cruz and Capitola. Happy Valley School is top rated. Welcome Home to Paradise! Do not use GPS as it will take you down a dirt road. Take Vine Hill Rd to Jarvis Rd to Rider Ridge Rd.

Listing by: Melody Russell - eXp Realty of California Inc. - 831-332-3975
Source: MLSListings, MLS#ML81744347careil-r Realty.com Bought with: Intero Real Estate Services
  • MLS# ML81744347
  • Date Listed11/05/2019
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 2.56 acres (111,601 sq. ft)
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Santa Cruz
  • Year Built 1997
  • Water Private
  • Square Feet 3,190 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $470.22

Interior Features

  • Appliances Water Softener, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Double Oven, Gas Range
  • Flooring Carpet, Concrete, Tile
  • Cooling None
  • Heating Fireplace(s), Zoned, Radiant Floor

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Courtyard, Other, Balcony, Dog Run, Workshop
  • Roof Flat, Tile
  • Lot Size Acres 2.56
  • Lot Size SQFT 111,600.72
  • Lot Features Views, Agricultural, Private, Back Yard, Other

Directions

Do not use GPS as it will take you down a dirt road. Take Vine Hill Rd to Jarvis Rd to Rider Ridge Rd.

Financial Considerations

Schools near 95065

Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 95065 in Santa Cruz, CA.

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Bay View Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

11.25 mi

Distance

Branciforte Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

9.29 mi

Distance

Mission Hill Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

11.25 mi

Distance

Soquel High School

Public • 9 - 12

7.69 mi

Distance

Delta Charter School

Public • 10 - 12

8.24 mi

Distance

Harbor High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

9.04 mi

Distance

Santa Cruz High School

Public • 9 - 12

10.87 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Local Neighborhood Highlights for 95065

Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Santa Cruz, CA area.

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in CA / 95065

Source: Walk Score

0/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

0/100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score ®

5/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 8/100.

Property Change History

Property Heating updated
Radiant → Fireplace(s), Zoned, Radiant Floor
Property Lot Features updated
Property Exterior Features updated
Property Interior Features updated
Property Heating updated
Other → Radiant
Price Per Square Foot increased from $0.00 to $470.22
Property Interior Features updated
Property FireplaceFeatures updated
Living Room,Wood Burning → Living Room, Wood Burning

Points of Interest near 787 Rider Ridge Road, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065

Frequently Asked Questions for 787 Rider Ridge Road

Source: Realty.com

787 Rider Ridge Road, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065 in SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065 is a single family listed at $1,500,000. Highlights include 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,190 sq. ft., built in 1997, 2.56 acre lot, $470 per sq. ft.. Realty.com has 24 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this listing.

Realty.com has 24 photos of 787 Rider Ridge Road.

Our records indicate that 787 Rider Ridge Road was built in 1997.

The full address for this home is 787 Rider Ridge Road, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065.

787 Rider Ridge Road has been listed on Realty.com since Tue November 05, 2019

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 8/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 787 Rider Ridge Road. Bay View Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Branciforte Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Harbor High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Exp Realty Of California Inc (tel: 888-584-9427)
Listing agent: Melody Russell (tel: 831-332-3975) (#01743923)

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