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Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty, Tim Allen, Listing Contact: 831-214-1990
8 Beds
6 Baths
5,949 sqft

$5,400,000

535 Highland AVE, Santa Cruz CA, 95060

Price per sqft$907.72
Built in1886
Property size5,949 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

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Listed Mar 10, 2026

Updated 26h ago

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

MLS® ID
ML82037953

Interior Features

Bedrooms
8
Bathrooms
6
Fireplace
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
3.42 Acres

Other Property Details

Garage
Yes
View
Yes
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Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty, Tim Allen DRE:00891159,
Listing Contact: 831-214-1990 

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