$1,850,000
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,027 Sq Ft
6,578 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 9, 2026

$913 Per Sq Ft

20% Below List Price

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2026

Mediterranean soul, ocean air, and a courtyard that makes you forget the rest of the world exists. 1931 Dolphin Dr. is a Coastal Mediterranean retreat with a reverse floor plan that puts the living where it belongs: upstairs, open, and facing the ocean. Vaulted open-beam ceilings, Saltillo tile floors, and a white stucco fireplace create a warmth that hits immediately. The kitchen flows directly into the living and dining space and out onto a large upper deck through French doors. Ocean views, sunset cocktails, and apps straight from the kitchen. This layout was made for people who entertain. The upstairs primary suite offers custom built-ins, a walk-in closet, and private bath. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main level. The garage features epoxy floors and a bonus space that could serve as storage or dark room. Hand carved vintage wood doors open to a private courtyard, a detail that sets this home apart before you ever see the view. Beyond the backyard, a greenbelt buffer creates privacy and breathing room. Minutes from Seascape Beach, Seascape Resort, Seascape Sports Club, and the Golf Club. Venus, The Point, and Cavalletta are all close by. The paw prints in the terracotta tiles stay. All that is left is you. Your Aptos chapter starts here.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ben Strock

eXp Realty of California Inc License #70010201 Listed on: 05/13/2026

eXp Realty of California Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Katherine Smith

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02412740

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R-1-6

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay
  • City Lights
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Reverse Style Home
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,027 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Quartz Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Spa Cover
  • Balcony
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • Courtyard

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 054-071-03-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

6,578 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Mediterranean
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2027
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Zoning Description: R-1-6
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Dining Area in Living Room, Dining Bar
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2027
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Reverse Floor Plan, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Additional Rooms: Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Sunken Tub, Shower and Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Description: Spa - Cover
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Bay, City Lights, Neighborhood, Ocean, Water
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Courtyard, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Partial Fencing, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Fireplace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • High School: 826

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 054-071-03-000
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6578.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6578.00

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

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2012
Sold by
Valen Walter L and Valen Marie J
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,000
Outstanding Balance
$138,680
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,685,869

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2010
Sold by
Valen Walter L and Valen Marie J
Bought by
Valen Walter L and Valen Marie J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$214,600
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 1998
Sold by
Valen Walter L and Valen Marie J
Bought by
Valen Walter L and Valen Marie J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 1994
Sold by
Valen Walter L and Valen Marie J
Bought by
Valen Walter L and Valen Marie J
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed -- First American Title Co
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $209,000 New Conventional
Closed $214,600 New Conventional
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/09/2026 07/09/26 Sold $1,850,000 -7.4% $913 / Sq Ft
06/17/2026 06/17/26 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2026 06/01/26 Price Changed $1,998,000 -13.1% $986 / Sq Ft
05/13/2026 05/13/26 For Sale $2,300,000 -- $1,135 / 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
2026 $8,230 $574,950 $294,374 $280,576
2025 $8,230 $563,676 $288,602 $275,074
2023 $7,177 $541,788 $277,395 $264,393
2022 $7,004 $531,164 $271,956 $259,208
2021 $6,744 $520,750 $266,624 $254,126
2020 $6,626 $515,410 $263,890 $251,520
2019 $6,506 $505,303 $258,715 $246,588
2018 $6,326 $495,395 $253,642 $241,753
2017 $6,261 $485,681 $248,669 $237,012
2016 $5,987 $476,158 $243,793 $232,365
2015 $6,031 $469,006 $240,131 $228,875
2014 $5,885 $459,819 $235,427 $224,392
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82047038

MLSListings

APN: 054-071-03-000

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