NOT LISTED FOR SALE

787 Rider Ridge Rd Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Estimated Value: $1,458,000 - $2,183,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,190 Sq Ft
$617/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 21, 2021

Last sale price $2,050,000 $643 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,063/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Solar Power System
  • Vineyard
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of July 2021

Behind a grand gated entrance, this luxurious Mediterranean-inspired estate is located on a sprawling flat 2.56-acres with stunning coastal mountain views. The opulent interior layout will have you in awe with a selection of stunning light-filled living spaces to suit every mood and occasion. Tall exposed wood beam ceilings soar overhead in the family and living rooms, plus a formal dining room that opens out to the rear courtyard. A gourmet kitchen delights with a gas range, dual ovens, wine fridge, and elegantly designed wood cabinets and window trim. All 4 beds are housed upstairs, including the luxe primary suite with a walk-in closet and a dream master bath featuring double sink vanity and jetted tub. The upstairs balconies take in breathtaking views of the grounds featuring a vineyard, garden beds, patio spaces and large lawn. All this tranquil privacy is only moments from Los Gatos, Scotts Valley, Santa Cruz and Capitola and in the top-rated Happy Valley School District.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ducky Grabill

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01018603 Listed on: 05/04/2021

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Vivenzi

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02084782

eXp Realty of California Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,928

Year Built

  • 1997

Lot Details

  • 2.56 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Vineyard
  • Ridge
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,190 Sq Ft Home
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Formal Entry
  • Separate Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Utility Room
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry Tub

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Farming

  • Vineyard
  • Agricultural
  • Farm Animals Allowed

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Courtyard

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,928

Year Built

1997

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Zoning: A
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Mediterranean
  • Age: 24
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3190
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1997

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 3190
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Tub / Sink
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Utility Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Half On Ground Floor, Primary - Tub With Jets, Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Tub With Jets, Tubs - 2+

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter And Slab
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountains, Ocean, Ridge, Vineyard
  • Yard/Grounds: Courtyard, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Max: 3
  • Garage Min: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, Room For Oversized Vehicle, Workshop In Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Fireplace, Heating - 2+ Zones, Radiant
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Standard

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Security Gate, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Agricultural Use, Farm Animals (Permitted), Private / Secluded, Views, Vineyard
  • Lot Acres: 2.5620
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 111601.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 111601.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Solar Power

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2023
Sold by
Dubois Stephane Loic and Dubois Xinqiao
Bought by
Dubois-Yin Family Trust and Dubois
Current Estimated Value
$1,968,148

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2021
Closed on
Jun 3, 2021
Sold by
Dubois Danielle
Bought by
Dubois Stephane Loic
Seller's Agent
Ducky Grabill
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Vivenzi
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,998,000
Sold Price
$2,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$52,000
2.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,640,000
Interest Rate
2.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2021
Closed on
Jun 2, 2021
Sold by
Macnaughton Neil James and Macnaughton Jennifer
Bought by
Dubois Stephane Loic
Seller's Agent
Ducky Grabill
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Vivenzi
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,998,000
Sold Price
$2,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$52,000
2.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,640,000
Interest Rate
2.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2019
Closed on
Dec 2, 2019
Sold by
Carr Jonathan S and Carr Rochelle M
Bought by
Macnaughton Neil James and Macnaughton Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Melody Russell
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
Mario Martin
Intero Real Estate Services
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-14.29%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.27%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2014
Closed on
Mar 27, 2014
Sold by
Carr Jonathan Scott and Carr Rochelle
Bought by
Carr Family Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Melody Russell Team
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Harriman
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.54%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2005
Sold by
Reyna Gary A and Dunsheath Reyna Lisa
Bought by
Fischler Daniel M and Fischler Janice M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 1998
Sold by
Booth Gary L and Biegenzahn Jan
Bought by
Reyna Gary A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$492,000
Interest Rate
3.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 1996
Sold by
Brazelton Scott and Brazelton Elaine
Bought by
Booth Gary L and Biegenzahn Jan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
8.03%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dubois-Yin Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Dubois Stephane Loic -- None Listed On Document
Dubois Stephane Loic -- Stewart Title
Dubois Stephane Loic $2,050,000 Stewart Title
Macnaughton Neil James $1,500,000 First American Title Company
Carr Family Living Trust -- First American Title Company
Carr Jonathan Scott $1,375,000 First American Title Company
Fischler Daniel M $1,525,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Reyna Gary A $615,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Booth Gary L $97,500 Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Dubois Stephane Loic $1,640,000
Previous Owner Dubois Stephane Loic $1,640,000
Previous Owner Macnaughton Neil James $1,100,000
Previous Owner Carr Jonathan S $1,150,000
Previous Owner Carr Jonathan Scott $1,100,000
Previous Owner Fischler Daniel M $1,200,000
Previous Owner Reyna Gary A $200,000
Previous Owner Reyna Gary A $623,000
Previous Owner Reyna Gary A $245,000
Previous Owner Reyna Gary A $492,000
Previous Owner Booth Gary L $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/21/2021 07/21/21 Sold $2,050,000 +2.6% $643 / Sq Ft
05/29/2021 05/29/21 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2021 05/04/21 For Sale $1,998,000 +33.2% $626 / Sq Ft
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Sold $1,500,000 0.0% $470 / Sq Ft
11/05/2019 11/05/19 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2019 10/28/19 Price Changed $1,500,000 +3.4% $470 / Sq Ft
10/28/2019 10/28/19 Price Changed $1,450,000 -3.3% $455 / Sq Ft
07/31/2019 07/31/19 Price Changed $1,500,000 -6.3% $470 / Sq Ft
05/20/2019 05/20/19 Price Changed $1,600,000 -3.0% $502 / Sq Ft
05/05/2019 05/05/19 Price Changed $1,650,000 -2.8% $517 / Sq Ft
04/10/2019 04/10/19 Price Changed $1,698,000 -3.0% $532 / Sq Ft
03/27/2019 03/27/19 For Sale $1,750,000 +27.3% $549 / Sq Ft
04/04/2014 04/04/14 Sold $1,375,000 -1.4% $431 / Sq Ft
02/03/2014 02/03/14 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2014 01/28/14 For Sale $1,395,000 -- $437 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,928 $622,412 $466,809 $155,603
2023 $7,016 $598,243 $448,682 $149,561
2022 $6,911 $586,512 $439,884 $146,628
2021 $16,697 $1,515,540 $858,806 $656,734
2020 $16,562 $1,500,000 $850,000 $650,000
2019 $16,638 $1,511,012 $851,661 $659,351
2018 $16,378 $1,481,384 $834,962 $646,422
2017 $16,044 $1,452,338 $818,591 $633,747
2016 $15,386 $1,423,861 $802,540 $621,321
2015 $15,112 $1,402,473 $790,485 $611,988
2014 $13,645 $1,261,821 $827,424 $434,397
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ducky Grabill

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ducky Grabill

    Sereno Group

    (408) 761-4073

    142 Total Sales

    Ducky Grabill
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Michelle Vivenzi

    eXp Realty of California Inc

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  • Melody Russell

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Melody Russell

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (831) 332-3975

    92 Total Sales

    Melody Russell
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Mario Martin

    Intero Real Estate Services

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Melody Russell Team

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz

  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Barbara Harriman

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81841696

MLSListings

APN: 100-041-23-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95065

787 Rider Ridge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 787 Rider Ridge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95065 since 04 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,968,148, approximately $616 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 787 Rider Ridge Rd is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Happy Valley Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School, and Soquel High School.

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