$2,365,000
SOLD MAR 19, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,720 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,375 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

As of March 2025

If you're looking for the ultimate beachside retreat, this beautifully renovated home in Aptos is the perfect spot. Nestled just three houses from the bluff in the desirable Cliff Drive neighborhood, you'll wake up to the sound of waves crashing against the shore. The location cant be beat, only three blocks to Hidden Beach, and Seascape Golf Course practically in your backyard. This modern beach home is a real show stopper that features a huge and beautifully landscaped backyard, a flexible floor plan that includes three bedrooms, two and a half baths, a bonus room/office, and a detached kids' playroom. Let's not forget the outdoor amenities: an outdoor shower, as well as a bar and grill, make it perfect for entertaining friends and family. Inside, you'll find a luxurious kitchen, complete with high-end ZLINE appliances, two tone cabinetry, and a gorgeous waterfall island. This home offers the ideal lifestyle, whether you're looking for a family home or a weekend beach getaway.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ben Strock

eXp Realty of California Inc License #70010201 Listed on: 03/04/2025

eXp Realty of California Inc

Co-Listed By

Bjorn Berg

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02019108

Last Buyer's Agent

Nick Bailey

Bailey Properties License #02042562

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,749

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R-1-6

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,720 Sq Ft Home
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 043-242-07-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,749

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 55
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1720
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Zoning Description: R-1-6
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Burning, Gas Starter
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Other, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1720
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Gas Hookup, In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum, Wood
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Shower over Tub - 1, Tile, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas, Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Rio del Mar Elementary
  • Middle School: Aptos Junior High
  • High School: Aptos High
  • High School: 826
  • Elementary School: 815
  • Middle School: 820

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 043-242-07-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1700
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 7405.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 7405.00

Green Features

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

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Rio del Mar Elementary
  • High School Text: Aptos High
  • Middle School Text: Aptos Junior High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 4, 2025
Closed on
Mar 14, 2025
Sold by
Santa Cruz Cash 4 Keys Inc and Berg Charles
Bought by
2019 Jenny Chen Revocable Trust and Chen
Seller's Agent
Ben Strock
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
Nick Bailey
Bailey Properties
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-1.25%
Views
219
Current Estimated Value
$2,297,910

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$67,090
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.89%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2024
Closed on
Nov 5, 2024
Sold by
Berg Patricia
Bought by
Berg Charles
Seller's Agent
Kelley Trousdale
Santa Cruz Estates
Buyer's Agent
Bjorn Berg
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,464,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$431,000
-22.74%
Views
46

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
293.65%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2024
Closed on
Oct 17, 2024
Sold by
Tofflemire Jeanne Evelyn and Snyder Kimberly Jeanne
Bought by
Santa Cruz Cash 4 Keys Inc and Berg
Seller's Agent
Kelley Trousdale
Santa Cruz Estates
Buyer's Agent
Bjorn Berg
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$1,464,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$431,000
-22.74%
Views
46

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2023
Sold by
Tofflemire John Wesley
Bought by
Tofflemire Jeanne E
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,365,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Deed -- Fidelity National Title Compan
Deed -- Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $1,464,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $1,464,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Sold $2,365,000 -1.3% $1,375 / Sq Ft
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2025 03/04/25 For Sale $2,395,000 +63.6% $1,392 / Sq Ft
11/12/2024 11/12/24 Sold $1,464,000 -8.2% $851 / Sq Ft
10/15/2024 10/15/24 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2024 10/03/24 Price Changed $1,595,000 -4.8% $927 / Sq Ft
09/27/2024 09/27/24 Price Changed $1,675,000 -0.9% $974 / Sq Ft
08/30/2024 08/30/24 Price Changed $1,690,000 -3.4% $983 / Sq Ft
08/13/2024 08/13/24 Price Changed $1,750,000 -7.7% $1,017 / Sq Ft
08/04/2024 08/04/24 For Sale $1,895,000 -- $1,102 / 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 $2,749 $1,464,000 $1,098,000 $366,000
2023 $2,564 $120,584 $37,539 $83,045
2022 $2,468 $118,220 $36,803 $81,417
2021 $2,279 $115,903 $36,082 $79,821
2020 $2,226 $114,714 $35,712 $79,002
2019 $2,181 $112,464 $35,011 $77,453
2018 $2,109 $110,259 $34,325 $75,934
2017 $2,075 $108,099 $33,653 $74,446
2016 $1,285 $105,979 $32,993 $72,986
2015 $1,842 $104,387 $32,497 $71,890
2014 $1,788 $102,342 $31,860 $70,482
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81996417

MLSListings

APN: 043-242-07-000