$850,000
SOLD OCT 29, 2025
2 Beds
1 Bath
983 Sq Ft
1,786 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$865 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Flooring
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 4-minute walk to Rio del Mar State Beach

About This Home

As of October 2025

Just four blocks from the beach, this fixer-upper beach cottage is brimming with potential! With a little vision and creativity, this small but charming home could be transformed into the perfect coastal getaway or a cozy full-time residence. The property features ocean peeks from the second-story deck, making it easy to soak in the fresh sea air and coastal vibe. Located in a sweet, sought-after neighborhood, you'll love the easy stroll to the beach, local cafes, and favorite seaside spots. Though the house needs significant TLC, it offers the perfect blank canvas for someone ready to create their dream retreat. Whether youre seeking a weekend escape, a rental opportunity, or a full-time beach lifestyle, this cottage has the location, potential, and charm to make it all possible. Dont miss this rare chance to reimagine a beachside gem just steps from the sand.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diane Molnar

David Lyng Real Estate License #01053522 Listed on: 09/29/2025

David Lyng Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Joan Brunswick

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00472572

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 1,786 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Zoning described as R-1-3.5

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Reverse Style Home
  • Fixer Upper
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 983 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Built-In Oven
  • Laundry in Utility Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Wall Furnace

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 042-131-25-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Traditional, Tudor
  • Property Condition: Fixer Upper
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 983
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Zoning Description: R-1-3.5
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Stove
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room, No Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 983
  • Bedrooms: Reverse Floor Plan
  • Laundry: In Utility Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl / Linoleum, Wood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Neighborhood, Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio
  • Fencing: Partial Fencing, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Heating System: Wall Furnace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 042-131-25-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0410
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 1786.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 1786.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 29, 2025
Closed on
Oct 16, 2025
Sold by
Duffley Victoria C and Walter C Trumpp Revocable Trust
Bought by
Blum Copeland Trust and Copeland
Seller's Agent
Diane Molnar
David Lyng Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joan Brunswick
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$889,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-4.39%
Views
50

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
81.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2018
Sold by
Bradley R Meyer 2012 Irre Vocable Trus and Collision Deborah L
Bought by
Meyer Collison Real Est L Lc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Interest Rate
4.53%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2005
Sold by
Trumpp Walter C
Bought by
Trumpp Walter C and 2005 Walter C Trumpp Revocable

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2001
Sold by
Trumpp Donna R
Bought by
Trumpp Walter C
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $850,000 First American Title Company
Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/29/2025 10/29/25 Sold $850,000 -4.4% $865 / Sq Ft
10/17/2025 10/17/25 Pending -- -- --
09/29/2025 09/29/25 For Sale $889,000 -- $904 / 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 $2,151 $1,071,000 $802,740 $268,260
2023 $2,049 $66,050 $23,804 $42,246
2022 $1,964 $64,755 $23,337 $41,418
2021 $1,784 $63,486 $22,880 $40,606
2020 $1,739 $62,835 $22,645 $40,190
2019 $1,704 $61,603 $22,201 $39,402
2018 $1,646 $60,395 $21,766 $38,629
2017 $1,616 $59,210 $21,338 $37,872
2016 $1,590 $58,049 $20,920 $37,129
2015 $1,519 $57,177 $20,606 $36,571
2014 $1,472 $56,057 $20,202 $35,855
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82023215

MLSListings

APN: 042-131-25-000