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Santa Cruz 95065
260 Castle Drive
$4,875,000
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260 Castle Drive

Santa Cruz, CA 95065
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
5,127 Ft²
$23,938
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Extraordinary quiet, expansive coastal views, and two separate residences define this private Santa Cruz estate on more than six acres. The main residence offers over 5,100 square feet, balancing warmth, natural surroundings, and distinctive Japanese craftsmanship. Designed to embrace its elevated setting, the home captures sweeping coastline views while offering an uncommon sense of seclusion. A separate second residence provides flexibility for extended-stay guests, a caretaker, additional income, or a dedicated space apart from the main home. Privacy here is both natural and intentional. Significant investments in security and technology are thoughtfully integrated, while robust connectivity provides the infrastructure to operate a business, work remotely, or manage a demanding professional life from home. The result is a property that feels removed from the pace of everyday life without sacrificing connection. Just six minutes from Highway 1 via an easy, accessible road, the estate combines acreage, coastal views, security, connectivity, and extraordinary quiet. Set above Chaminade, it offers exceptional seclusion with convenient access to Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Close enough to stay connected. Secluded enough to retreat.
Unit Size
5,127 Ft²
Days on Market
25 days
Land Size
6.20 acres
Price per sqft
$951
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
2003

Listed By

Monica Lussier
Monica Lussier
Coldwell Banker Realty

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Last updated: 25 days ago (MLSListings Inc. #ML82064218)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 9, 2026 Listed by Compass $4,875,000
Listed by Compass
Jan 19, 2020 No longer available -
No longer available
Oct 17, 2019 Price Decreased $3,800,000
↓ $50K (1.3%)
Price Decreased
Oct 4, 2019 Price Decreased $3,850,000
↓ $50K (1.3%)
Price Decreased
Sep 19, 2019 Price Decreased $3,900,000
↓ $50K (1.3%)
Price Decreased
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Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace
With View
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Half Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 4
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Loft
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan
Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
Has Fireplace
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 5127
Square Footage Source: $0
Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System
Architectural Style: Custom
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2003
Construction Materials: Concrete, Stucco
Lot Size Area: 270072
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 6.2
Lot Size Square Feet: 270072
Water Source: Well
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Whole House Fan
Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
Sewer : Septic Tank

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 2003
  • Effective Year Built: 2003
  • Building Count: 2
  • Total Rooms: 17
  • Bedroom Count: 8
  • Bathroom Count: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Partial Bathrooms: 7
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 18
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 576
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 69
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 126

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 270,072
  • Total Building Area: 8,043
  • Gross Building Area: 8,043
  • Building Area: 7,067
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 24
  • Heated Square Feet: 7,067
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 4
  • Water Service: 5

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: LANDS OF JOSEPH LOCATELLI
  • Land Acres: 0000006200
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1008
  • County Land Use Code: 068
  • Legal Description 1: PARCEL MAPS 11 PG 36

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Santa Cruz City High School District (9-12) in Soquel
  • Census Tract: 121200

Zoning

  • Zoning: RA

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: MAP: 102/041
  • Parcel: 102-041-26-000
  • Municipality: SOQUEL
  • Latitude: 37.0138
  • Longitude: -121.981

    Address

  • Full Address: 260 Castle Dr
  • Address - House Number: 260
  • Address - Street Name: Castle
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Santa Cruz
  • Carrier Code: C003
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1008
  • Zip Code: 95065

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $3,533,030
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 96-041

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.24
  • Valuation Date: Dec 13, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 66
  • Final Value: 2,670,119
  • High Value: 3,311,142
  • Low Value: 2,029,096

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $3,100,000
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,900,000
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $1,200,000

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Sep 30, 2021
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Oct 08, 2021
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2021-0051040
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Apr 17, 1998
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Apr 15, 1998
  • Previous Sale Amount: $598,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36
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When was property at 260 Castle Drive built and last sold?
The property at 260 Castle Drive was built in 2003 and last sold on Sep 30, 2021 for $3,100,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 260 Castle Drive is $4,861,930.
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