540 Olaughlin Rd Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Estimated payment $8,253/month
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Deck
- Contemporary Architecture
- Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Burning Stove
- Secluded Lot
About This Home
Wake up to towering redwoods, shimmering bay views, and quiet you can actually hear. Tucked in Santa Cruz County's Happy Valley, this 3.6-acre retreat pairs everyday convenience with a true mountain-meets-coast lifestyle. You're in the Happy Valley Elementary one-school district, small, close-knit, and uniquely community-focused, while still moments from town. Weekends write themselves: hike the old-growth groves at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, then be on the sand or downtown Santa Cruz in minutes. When you need errands (or a movie and dinner), Scotts Valley has easy shopping, groceries, and the local cinema just 5 minutes away. Commuters and day-trippers will appreciate direct access toward Santa Cruz and Highway 17 via Branciforte Drive (one of the primary routes serving the Happy Valley area) placing Los Gatos and coastal workplaces within straightforward reach. Inside, nearly 2,000 sq ft of sun-splashed living blends open-beam ceilings, skylights, and a modern kitchen that opens to view decks, perfect for morning coffee above the trees or easy entertaining at sunset. With sun and privacy galore, plus a flexible space for home office or media, this is a home that lives like a sanctuary without giving up access to everything you love about Santa Cruz living.
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, September 20, 20251:00 to 4:00 pm9/20/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:009/20/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,919
Year Built
- Built in 1980
Lot Details
- 3.63 Acre Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
Property Views
- Ocean
- Bay
- Valley
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,951 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Separate Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Gas Oven
- Laundry in unit
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Low Flow Toliet
- Low Flow Shower
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- 2 Carport Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Separate Meters
- Propane
- Shared Well
- Tankless Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 101-031-23
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,919 | $1,492,974 | $1,102,824 | $390,150 |
| 2023 | $15,875 | $1,435,000 | $1,060,000 | $375,000 |
| 2022 | $12,136 | $1,076,476 | $645,886 | $430,590 |
| 2021 | $11,760 | $1,055,368 | $633,221 | $422,147 |
| 2020 | $11,666 | $1,044,547 | $626,728 | $417,819 |
| 2019 | $11,420 | $1,024,065 | $614,439 | $409,626 |
| 2018 | $11,244 | $1,003,986 | $602,392 | $401,594 |
| 2017 | $10,985 | $984,300 | $590,580 | $393,720 |
| 2016 | $10,522 | $965,000 | $579,000 | $386,000 |
| 2015 | $9,099 | $831,459 | $437,610 | $393,849 |
| 2014 | $8,240 | $749,062 | $394,243 | $354,819 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2025 09/08/25 | For Sale | $1,300,000 | -9.4% | $666 / Sq Ft |
| 07/29/2022 07/29/22 | Sold | $1,435,000 | -4.3% | $736 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2022 07/07/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2022 06/18/22 | Price Changed | $1,500,000 | -7.4% | $769 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | For Sale | $1,620,000 | -- | $830 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,435,000 | Stewart Title Of California | |
| Grant Deed | $965,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $855,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $855,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $685,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $700,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $772,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $175,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82020804
APN: 101-031-23-000
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