NOT LISTED FOR SALE

126 Falmouth Ct Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,258,000 - $1,592,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,547 Sq Ft
$923/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2024

Last sale price $1,266,000 $818 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,153/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Deck
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 5-minute walk to Seascape Park

About This Home

As of May 2024

Discover a sun-filled home in the vibrant heart of Seascape. Inside, generously sized rooms with high ceilings create an atmosphere of openness & comfort. Enjoy an extra versatile room that doubles as an office, bedroom or gym. When the evenings cool down, the cozy fireplace becomes the welcoming centerpiece of the home. This home features a spacious backyard adjacent to the peaceful South Seascape Arroyo, providing a private retreat. The rooftop deck offers peeks of the ocean & a full 360-degree panoramic view; perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the serene surroundings. Additional perks include ample off-street parking, a fully fenced yard ideal for family activities, pets, gardening, and a saltwater hot tub with a built-in stereo system for ultimate relaxation. Situated across from the Seascape Sports Club, you'll have easy access to tennis, pickle ball and swimming. It's walkable to shops and restaurants, the Seascape Resort and of course the beach. Not to be overlooked, this home is part of the Rio Del Mar School District and both Aptos Jr. High and Aptos High. This is your chance to own a slice of coastal paradise with unmatched amenities and proximity to the beach. Make this captivating coastal home yours & embrace the life you've been dreaming of.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ben Strock

eXp Realty of California Inc License #70010201 Listed on: 02/20/2024

eXp Realty of California Inc

Co-Listed By

Jody Muller

eXp Realty of California Inc License #01959667

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Carey

Investment Real Estate License #01055545

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 4,312 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as RM-3

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Urethane Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,547 Sq Ft Home
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Marble Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Pool

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Spa Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 054-111-35-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1547
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Zoning Description: RM-3
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Dining Area in Living Room, Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1547
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Marble, Showers over Tubs - 2+
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab, Post and Pier
  • Pool Description: Spa - Above Ground, Spa - Cover, Spa / Hot Tub
  • Roof: Composition, Polyurethane, Shingle
  • View: Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck, Fenced
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • High School: 826

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 054-111-35-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0990
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 4312.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 4312.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Walls Insulated

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

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2023
Sold by
Menzies Gary Raymond and Menzies Kathleen Marie
Bought by
Gary And Kathleen Menzies 2023 Revocable Trus
Current Estimated Value
$1,428,154

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2012
Closed on
Jun 12, 2012
Sold by
Menzies Gary
Bought by
Menzies Kathleen Marie
Seller's Agent
Regina Shaw
Vanco Real Estate Executives
Buyer's Agent
Randy Maldonado
Cheshire-rio Realty
List Price
$514,900
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.82%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2012
Closed on
Jun 8, 2012
Sold by
Etrade Bank
Bought by
Menzies Kathleen Marie
Seller's Agent
Regina Shaw
Vanco Real Estate Executives
Buyer's Agent
Randy Maldonado
Cheshire-rio Realty
List Price
$514,900
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2012
Sold by
Lavigne Michael D
Bought by
E Trade Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2011
Sold by
Lavigne Michael D
Bought by
E Trade Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2006
Sold by
Furman Tatsiana
Bought by
Lavigne Michael D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$219,900
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2005
Sold by
Weber James J and Mccarthy Weber Pat
Bought by
Lavigne Michael D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2002
Sold by
Weber Pat Mccarthy
Bought by
Weber Pat Mccarthy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 1997
Sold by
Mccarthy Ida
Bought by
Mccarthy Ida
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gary And Kathleen Menzies 2023 Revocable Trus -- --
Menzies Gary Raymond -- --
Menzies Kathleen Marie -- North American Title Co Inc
Menzies Kathleen Marie $515,000 North American Title Co Inc
E Trade Bank -- Landsafe Title
E Trade Bank $599,000 Landsafe Title
Lavigne Michael D -- Accommodation
Lavigne Michael D -- Accommodation
Lavigne Michael D $635,000 First American Title Co
Weber Pat Mccarthy -- --
Mccarthy Ida -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lavigne Michael D $219,900
Previous Owner Lavigne Michael D $500,000
Closed Lavigne Michael D $71,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/15/2024 05/15/24 Sold $1,266,000 +5.9% $818 / Sq Ft
02/27/2024 02/27/24 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2024 02/20/24 For Sale $1,195,000 +132.0% $772 / Sq Ft
06/19/2012 06/19/12 Sold $515,000 0.0% $333 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2012 05/23/12 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2012 05/15/12 For Sale $514,900 -- $333 / 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 $8,307 $1,291,320 $839,358 $451,962
2023 $8,118 $621,751 $373,051 $248,700
2022 $7,931 $609,560 $365,736 $243,824
2021 $7,658 $597,608 $358,565 $239,043
2020 $7,527 $591,480 $354,888 $236,592
2019 $7,393 $579,882 $347,929 $231,953
2018 $7,191 $568,512 $341,107 $227,405
2017 $7,122 $557,364 $334,419 $222,945
2016 $6,950 $546,436 $327,862 $218,574
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ben Strock

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Ben Strock

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (831) 247-0922

    68 in this area

    369 Total Sales

    Ben Strock
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  • Jody Muller

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Jody Muller

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (831) 818-0521

    20 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Jody Muller
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Mike Carey

    Investment Real Estate

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Regina Shaw

    Vanco Real Estate Executives

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  • Randy Maldonado

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Randy Maldonado

    Cheshire-rio Realty

    (831) 419-0107

    4 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Randy Maldonado
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81954796

MLSListings

APN: 054-111-35-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

126 Falmouth Ct, Aptos, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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