Set on 3.3 private, fully fenced & gated acres, 377 Rider Ridge is a soulful Santa Cruz retreat where ocean & redwood views, modern comfort and a true homestead lifestyle come together. The light-filled 4BR main home features soaring ceilings & walls of windows that immerse you in the surrounding landscape. Outside, an established orchard of 80+ fruit trees, vegetable garden, chicken coops, apiary, automated irrigation & winding pathways create an extraordinary connection to the land. Thoughtful improvements include Tesla solar + 3 Powerwalls, dual-zone smart HVAC, upgraded electrical, high-speed internet, extensive drainage, retaining & hillside improvements, expanded parking and significantly increased usable land. A beautifully refreshed 650 SF guest house offers space for guests, extended family or a private office. Additional investment in defensible space, extensive vegetation management & property-wide water access complements the home's location within a recognized Firewise community. Peaceful & private yet connected, with easy access to Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, the beach & Silicon Valley. A rare opportunity to live closer to nature without giving up modern convenience.
Set on 3.3 private, fully fenced & gated acres, 377 Rider Ridge is a soulful Santa Cruz retreat where ocean & redwood views, modern comfort and a true homestead lifestyle come together. The light-filled 4BR main home features soaring ceilings & walls of windows that immerse you in the surrounding landscape. Outside, an established orchard of 80+ fruit trees, vegetable garden, chicken coops, apiary, automated irrigation & winding pathways create an extraordinary connection to the land. Thoughtful improvements include Tesla solar + 3 Powerwalls, dual-zone smart HVAC, upgraded electrical, high-speed internet, extensive drainage, retaining & hillside improvements, expanded parking and significantly increased usable land. A beautifully refreshed 650 SF guest house offers space for guests, extended family or a private office. Additional investment in defensible space, extensive vegetation management & property-wide water access complements the home's location within a recognized Firewise community. Peaceful & private yet connected, with easy access to Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, the beach & Silicon Valley. A rare opportunity to live closer to nature without giving up modern convenience.
MLSListings #ML81613029
Mar 1, 2017
Sold
$1,110,000
$340/sq ft
Feb 17, 2017
Pending
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Dec 7, 2016
Contingent
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Nov 7, 2016
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$337/sq ft
Oct 2, 2016
Price Changed
$1,150,000
$352/sq ft
Sep 6, 2016
Listed
$1,200,000
$367/sq ft
Sep 6, 2016
Listed
$1,100,000
$337/sq ft
Imagine the serene lifestyle you can have living in this tranquil paradise with awe-inspiring views of a redwood forest that stretches from your home out to the glistening sea. Enjoy ocean views from almost every room in the home & views of nature in every direction. Night views are just as spectacular with unobstructed views of the Milky Way. This unique offering is nestled into 3.3 acres of pristine land featuring a beautiful 4 bd home of custom design with soaring ceilings & walls of windows, updated kitchen & bathrooms, mostly new flooring, fresh interior paint & a 480 sf garage. A special bonus is the detached recreation room with ba & wet bar. Great commute location & 10-rated Happy Valley School! Approximately 20 minutes to Los Gatos, 15 minutes to Scotts Valley, 20 minutes to Santa Cruz. Click on virtual tour link by map to view 3D Walk-Thru Tour! See home floor plan in the photo gallery. Do not use GPS. It will take you down a dirt road. Go Vine Hill Rd-Jarvis-Rider Ridge
Public Records
Jun 7, 1996
Sold
$370,000
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,623 (+5.0%)
$707,957 + $584,263
$1,292,220
2024
$13,930 (−0.8%)
$694,076 + $572,807
$1,266,883
2023
$14,037 (+1.5%)
$694,076 + $572,807
$1,266,883
2022
$13,835 (+3.0%)
$680,467 + $561,576
$1,242,043
2021
$13,433 (+0.8%)
$667,124 + $550,564
$1,217,688
2020
$13,326 (+2.1%)
$654,043 + $539,769
$1,193,812
2019
$13,049 (+1.8%)
$647,337 + $534,234
$1,181,571
2018
$12,812 (+74.2%)
$634,644 + $523,759
$1,158,403
2017
$7,356 (+6.7%)
$250,501 + $368,109
$618,610
2016
$6,897 (+3.5%)
$250,501 + $368,109
$618,610
2015
$6,661 (+1.8%)
$245,589 + $360,891
$606,480
2014
$6,546 (+1.1%)
$237,162 + $348,507
$585,669
2013
$6,477 (+0.6%)
$237,162 + $348,507
$585,669
2012
$6,436 (+2.0%)
$236,090 + $346,932
$583,022
2011
$6,307 (+1.2%)
$231,461 + $340,129
$571,590
2010
$6,232 (−0.6%)
$226,923 + $333,460
$560,383
2009
$6,271 (+2.6%)
$225,227 + $330,968
$556,195
2008
$6,111
$225,762 + $331,754
$557,516
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.33 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,617
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,617
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10019115
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
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Agriculture
The purposes of the A Agriculture Zone District are to encourage and provide for noncommercial agricultural uses, such as family farming and animal raising, and to allow limited commercial agricultural activities, on the small amounts of agricultural land remaining in the County which are not designated as commercially suitable, but which still constitute a productive natural resource; to provide for agricultural uses of a higher intensity in rural areas than those allowed in the RA Residential Agricultural Zone District where such use is compatible with the surrounding land uses and the environmental constraints of the land; to maintain options for a diversity of farm operations; to implement the agricultural preservation policy of Chapter 16.50 SCCC; and to maintain productive open space and rural character in the County.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 377 Rider Ridge Rd
$2,201,669
$2,669 over list price of $2.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.7M to $3.2M.