At $12M, This Is The Most Expensive Santa Cruz Home On The Market

SANTA CRUZ, CA — This recently listed modern Westside Santa Cruz estate with an ocean view is now the priciest pad on the market in the city, according to Realtor.com.

The 5.7-acre property is a family compound with three parcels, a gated entrance, pool and expansive backyard, and a guest house in a private setting that's surrounded by trees and home to wildlife such as deer, turkeys and hawks. It's selling for $12 million — $3 million more than the second-priciest home in Santa Cruz, which is located on the same street.

The estate was listed in April.

• Address: 635 Meder St, Santa Cruz, California
• Price: $11,995,000
• Square Feet: 6493
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 4 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 2013
• Features from Realtor.com: Secure, private, family compound, consisting of 3 parcels totaling 5.7 acres. Stunning ocean view estate overlooks open space on the western edge of Santa Cruz in one of the areas most sought after locations. High ceilings and walls of windows flood every room with natural light and provide the feeling of serenity while living elevated among the treetops. Radiant floors, a chefs dream kitchen with a labradorite center island, hydraulic elevator, and video security system are just a few of the notable features. The gated entrance opens to beautifully landscaped park-like acreage including areas of undisturbed habitat frequented by deer, turkeys, and hawks. The property has a private well, PV solar array and natural gas generator. This one of a kind property also features an amazing fully equipped one-bedroom guest house, as well as a bunker like separate office space. Relax by the solar heated infinity edge pool. 3 adjoining parcels are offered separately or combined. MederStreet.com

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.