535 Highland Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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

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Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Tim Allen (team@timallenproperties.com) from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty.

List Price
$5,400,000
Price Change
▼ $500,000 1780977602
Closing Date
Jul 30, 2026
Status
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
MLS#
ML82037953
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
8
Bathrooms
6
Living Sq. Ft
5,949
Lot Size
148,975
Days on Market
127
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

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

Fireplace Description
Family Room, Living Room
Heat
Radiant, Wall Furnace
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
None
View
Bay, City Lights, Ocean
Roof
Composition
Garage Spaces Total
3
Water
Public
School District
Other

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