$1,725,000
SOLD DEC 19, 2025
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,292 Sq Ft
6,578 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$753 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Golf Course View
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Spanish Architecture

About This Home

As of December 2025

Aptos Perfection! Experience refined coastal living in this beautifully appointed 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 2,292 sq.ft + 2-car garage residence nestled next to the Seascape Golf Course & in one of Aptos' most desirable enclaves, the Rio Highlands. Located on a quiet lane just moments from pristine Aptos beaches, Deluxe Foods Shopping Center, the Seascape Golf Club & upscale dining, this elegant 2-story Augusta Lane home offers a perfect blend of sophistication and relaxed California living. Step inside to soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and an open-concept layout that fills the home with natural light. The well-lit kitchen features high-end appliances, spacious countertops, and an entertainers floorplan that flows effortlessly into the living and dining areas ideal for hosting in style. The primary suite is a true retreat w/ a spa-inspired ensuite, vaulted ceilings & walk-in closet. Designed for entertaining, the backyard feels like a private resort oasis, featuring beautifully landscaped spaces for dining al fresco, lounging around the fire pit, a bocce court & areas to gather w/ friends under the stars. Enjoy a movie-set quality neighborhood w/ charming homes & well kept streets. 217 Augusta Lane is upgraded & turn-key...ready for you to enjoy all that Aptos has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Frank De Bernardo

Frank De Bernardo, Broker License #01211552 Listed on: 10/14/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Janet Romanowski

David Lyng Real Estate License #00826867

David Lyng Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 6,578 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R-1-8

HOA Fees

  • $145 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Golf Course
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,292 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Formal Entry
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Workshop

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Dryer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Shed
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Community Details

  • Association fees include maintenance - common area, maintenance - road
  • Rio Highlands Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 044-301-05-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$145 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Spanish
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2292
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Zoning Description: R-1-8
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2292
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), In Utility Room, Upper Floor, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Entry, Workshop
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Granite, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Golf Course, Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, BBQ Area, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Outdoor Fireplace, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 145
  • HOA Documents: CC&RS
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Road
  • H O A Name Text: Rio Highlands
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Bay Window, High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • High School: 826

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 044-301-05-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1510
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6578.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6578.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, 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
Oct 27, 2008
Sold by
Spinelli Raymond M and Spinelli Jennifer L
Bought by
Spinelli Raymond M and Spinelli Jennifer L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2007
Sold by
Schlenger Daniel and Schlenger Mary
Bought by
Spinelli Raymond M and Spinelli Jennifer L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2007
Sold by
Shoey Llc
Bought by
Schlenger Daniel and Schlenger Mary

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2006
Sold by
Schlenger Daniel and Schlenger Mary
Bought by
Shoey Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 1998
Sold by
Rio Highlands Llc
Bought by
Schlenger Daniel and Schlenger Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$306,950
Interest Rate
6.82%
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
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $880,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $409,500 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $306,950 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/19/2025 12/19/25 Sold $1,725,000 -3.9% $753 / Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Pending -- -- --
10/14/2025 10/14/25 For Sale $1,795,000 -- $783 / 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 $13,549 $1,155,900 $635,745 $520,155
2023 $13,283 $1,111,015 $611,058 $499,957
2022 $13,005 $1,089,231 $599,077 $490,154
2021 $12,651 $1,067,873 $587,330 $480,543
2020 $12,443 $1,056,923 $581,308 $475,615
2019 $12,222 $1,036,198 $569,909 $466,289
2018 $11,895 $1,015,882 $558,735 $457,147
2017 $11,612 $979,686 $538,827 $440,859
2016 $10,738 $907,117 $498,914 $408,203
2015 $10,234 $855,771 $470,674 $385,097
2014 $9,249 $770,964 $424,030 $346,934
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82024728

MLSListings

APN: 044-301-05-000