Seller's Agent in 2025
Mario Desantis
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 291-0511
3 in this area
120 Total Sales
Estimated Value: $2,104,000 - $2,264,000
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,168
Sq Ft
$693/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Horse Property
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Deck
- Aptos High School Rated A-
- 6.56 Acre Lot
- Forest View
About This Home
As of October 2025This is your opportunity to own a rare beautiful luxury-style ranch with unmatched sunrises. Set on almost 7 sunny usable acres just 6 minutes to Hwy 1 and downtown Aptos, 1251 Cox Rd blends privacy, convenience, and a fully remodeled single-level layout. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, including two ensuite bedrooms with the primary suite privately positioned on its own wing. Facing due east, the home welcomes golden sunrise light across the great room and front acreage. Outdoors, expansive level areas invite gardens, orchard, hobby vineyard, play fields, or future amenities. The backyard provides an open canvas for a pool, tennis court, or even an outdoor oasis. A detached guest house adds flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or office/studio use, and adjoins a large garage/workspace. Recent updates deliver turnkey comfort; modern finishes, refreshed baths, and a cohesive palette throughout, while the single-story design keeps life simple. Enjoy the best of Aptos living: room to breathe, quick access to beaches, shops, and schools, and an easy commute corridor to Santa Cruz or Silicon Valley. A rare acreage opportunity with a fully remodeled ranch, separated bedroom wings, and true indoor-outdoor potential; ready for your next chapter.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #02119587 Listed on: 08/12/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1978
Lot Details
- 6.56 Acre Lot
- Security Fence
- Wood Fence
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Mostly Level
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Combination Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,168 Sq Ft Home
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Dining Room
- Forest Views
- Smart Home
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
Flooring
- Laminate
- Stone
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Double Master Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Horse Property
- Balcony
- Deck
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Propane
- Well
- Septic Tank
- Satellite Dish
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Agricultural
Community Details
- Stream
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 105-461-01-000
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 10/27/25 | Sold | $2,250,000 | +2.5% | $710 / Sq Ft |
| 10/04/2025 10/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2025 09/16/25 | Price Changed | $2,195,000 | -12.0% | $693 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | For Sale | $2,495,000 | -- | $788 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History
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| 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 | $1,809 | $129,647 | $27,866 | $101,781 |
| 2023 | $1,773 | $124,613 | $26,784 | $97,829 |
| 2022 | $1,735 | $122,168 | $26,258 | $95,910 |
| 2021 | $1,577 | $119,774 | $25,744 | $94,030 |
| 2020 | $1,557 | $118,546 | $25,480 | $93,066 |
| 2019 | $1,534 | $116,221 | $24,980 | $91,241 |
| 2018 | $1,502 | $113,942 | $24,490 | $89,452 |
| 2017 | $1,493 | $111,709 | $24,011 | $87,698 |
| 2016 | $1,460 | $109,518 | $23,540 | $85,978 |
| 2015 | $1,407 | $107,873 | $23,186 | $84,687 |
| 2014 | $1,381 | $105,760 | $22,732 | $83,028 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Mario Desantis
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82017777
APN: 105-461-01-000
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