535 Highland AVE, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

$5,400,000
8
BD
6
BA
5,949
SqFt

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Listed by Tim Allen, 831-214-1990 from Coldwell Banker Realty
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List Price
$5,400,000
Price Change
▼ $500,000 1780976323
Closing Date
Jul 30, 2026
MLS#
ML82037953
Status
CONTINGENT
Bedrooms
8
Total Bathrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
5
Partial Bathrooms
1
Sqft. of Residence
5,949
Lot Size
148,975
Listing Area
West Santa Cruz
Year Built
1886

Property Description

Perched atop 3.42 private acres overlooking Monterey Bay and the lights of Santa Cruz, this extraordinary legacy estate offers a rare blend of privacy, scale, and proximity to Silicon Valley. Designed for those who value both connection and retreat, the property presents an exceptional opportunity for multigenerational living, executive respite, or a private family compound. Expansive indoor and outdoor gathering spaces create an ideal setting for entertaining on any scale, from intimate family celebrations to grand events. Sweeping views, open grounds, and thoughtfully designed living areas provide a seamless backdrop for creating lasting memories while enjoying the natural beauty of the Central Coast. The estate's generous footprint offers flexibility for extended family, guests, personal collections, creative pursuits, or executive work-from-home lifestyles. Whether envisioned as a private sanctuary, an entertainer's showcase, or a generational asset to be enjoyed for decades to come, the possibilities are as inspiring as the setting itself. Conveniently located within reach of Silicon Valley's innovation centers while offering a world apart from the demands of everyday life, this is a property that combines luxury, privacy, and lifestyle in a truly exceptional way.

Additional Information

Acres
3.42
Cooling System
None
Family Room
Separate Family Room
Fireplace Description
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other
Floor Covering
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Raised, Other
Garage Parking
Detached Garage
Heating System
Radiant, Wall Furnace, Other
Living Area
5,949
Lot Size
148,975
Neighborhood
West Santa Cruz
Other Rooms
Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Library, Storage
Other Utilities
Public Utilities
Roof
Composition
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Unincorporated Yn
Yes
View
Bay View, View of City Lights, Ocean View
Zoning
Residential

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