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10/20/2026
Listed
$1,995,000
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248 McGivern Way,Santa Cruz, CA 95060248 McGivern WaySanta CruzCA95060
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Property Description
Exceptional Bonny Doon retreat featuring two spacious homes connected by a pool and deck, nestled among the redwoods on over 1.6 acres. The 3,829 sq ft main home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, high ceilings, exposed beams, and expansive windows framing the redwoods. The chefs kitchen with a large island opens to a light-filled living and dining room with a river-rock fireplace. A ground-floor family room with woodstove connects to a sunroom overlooking the pool, while the primary suite opens to a private deck. A crows nest room with its own sundeck offers additional versatile space. The separate 1,671 sq ft guest house features 2 bedrooms plus an office, vaulted ceilings, skylights, and treehouse views. Natural stone terraces, gardens, a custom chicken coop, goldfish pond, and room to expand the garden or orchard enhance the outdoor setting. Carport and lower driveway provide additional parking. Surrounded by nature yet just minutes from UCSC, downtown Santa Cruz, and North Coast surf, this property offers a peaceful retreat with flexibility for multigenerational living and more.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 248 McGivern Way
General
- Price: $1,995,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82065126
- Updated: 10/20/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Loft, Mud Room, Office Area
- Interior Features: Bay Window, Garden Window, High Ceiling , Inverted Floor Plan, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Freestanding, Gas-Burning, Insert, Living Room, Wood-Burning, Wood Stove
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Dual-Flush Toilet, Full on Ground Floor, Outside Access, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Tile
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, Loft Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat, Reverse Floor Plan, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo, Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Island, Island with Sink, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Pantry, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Washer / Dryer
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Pool - Above Ground, Pool - Fenced
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: Security Lights
Parking
- Parking Features: Carport
Location
- Area: Empire Grade Road
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Empire Grade
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan, Multi-Zone, Window / Wall Unit
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Fireplace , Heating (2 Zones or More), Propane, Radiant, Radiant Floors, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Existing Septic System
- Water: Storage Tank, Water Filter (Owned), Shared Well
- Utility Description: Generator, Propane on Site
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Construction: Detached, Shingle, Wood , Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Post and Pier
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 3,829
- Year Built: 1985
Lot Features
- Property View: Forest / Woods, Mountains
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.635
- Minimum Lot Size: 71221
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 71,221
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck , Drought-Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Storage Shed / Structure
- Zoning: RA
- Lot Description: Grade Varies
- Fencing (Description): Rail
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Schools
Schools serving 248 McGivern Way
School District:San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School 7155 Highway 9, Felton, CA 95018 | K-5 | 1.9 mi |
San Lorenzo Valley Middle School 7179 Hacienda Way, Felton, CA 95018 | 6-8 | 1.8 mi |
San Lorenzo Valley High School 7105 Highway 9, Felton, CA 95018 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 248 McGivern Way
Tax History
Tax History for 248 McGivern Way
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$26,653
—
$2,235,064
2%
2025
$26,653
2%
$2,184,840
2%
2023
$26,086
116%
$2,142,000
128%
2022
$12,084
2%
$938,529
2%
2021
$11,846
4%
$920,126
1%
2020
$11,404
9%
$910,692
2%
2019
$10,446
2%
$892,835
2%
2018
$10,243
2%
$875,329
2%
2017
$10,079
1%
$858,165
2%
2016
$9,955
2%
$841,339
2%
2015
$9,749
2%
$828,701
2%
2014
$9,584
6%
$812,468
7%
2013
$9,003
—
$761,530
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248 McGivern Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (MLS# ML82065126) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 248 McGivern Way is currently listed for $1,995,000 and was received on October 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 248 McGivern Way? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Santa Cruz? You can browse all Santa Cruz real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.