Seller's Agent in 2026
Craig Springbett
Sereno Group
(831) 239-9966
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
261 Aptos Beach Dr Aptos, CA 95003
Rio del Mar Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,880
Sq Ft
4,966
Sq Ft Lot Lot
Highlights
- Viking Appliances
- Open to Family Room
- Bosch Dishwasher
- Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Tile Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2026Bienvenue to this stunning Country French within walking distance to Rio Del Mar beach. This unique residence features an open concept main floor plan, with 3 bedrooms and large bonus room conveniently situated on the ground floor. The kitchen is well-equipped with modern amenities, including soft close drawers and cabinets, granite countertops, a cobalt blue Viking stove, Bosch dishwasher, and French door refrigerator. Home has forced air heating and offers a spacious and inviting ambiance with open beam ceiling, skylights and soaring ceilings. Additional features include gas fireplace, tiled floor, soaring ceilings, forced air heating, and skylights. Enjoy the added benefits of energy-efficient features such as low flow toilet, double pane windows, LED lighting, and a brick courtyard in front for visitors. You can hear the ocean waves and feel the ocean breezes from the property.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01145599 Listed on: 03/20/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,880 Sq Ft Home
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Tile Flooring
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Bosch Dishwasher
- Viking Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Additional Features
- Zoning described as R-1-4
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 042-202-10-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 20, 2026
Closed on
Apr 21, 2026
Sold by
Jessen Judith and Jessen Living Trust
Bought by
Porter Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Craig Springbett
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Adam Green
KW Bay Area Estates Saratoga
List Price
$1,488,000
Sold Price
$1,478,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-0.67%
Views
47
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-86.46%
Original Mortgage
$1,182,400
Outstanding Balance
$1,182,400
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$181,981
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Jessen Judith M
Bought by
Jessen Living Trust and Jessen
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2000
Sold by
Swanson Revocable Living Trust Swanson Prisci
Bought by
Jessen Walter E and Jessen Judith
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,000
Interest Rate
8.06%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 5, 1997
Sold by
Swanson Priscilla D
Bought by
Swanson Priscilla and Priscilla Swanson Revocable Li
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,478,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | $415,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,182,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $117,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2026 05/01/26 | Sold | $1,478,000 | -0.7% | $786 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2026 04/14/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/20/2026 03/20/26 | For Sale | $1,488,000 | -- | $791 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
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 | $8,415 | $637,851 | $382,711 | $255,140 |
| 2023 | $7,969 | $613,083 | $367,850 | $245,233 |
| 2022 | $7,784 | $601,062 | $360,637 | $240,425 |
| 2021 | $7,513 | $589,276 | $353,566 | $235,710 |
| 2020 | $7,382 | $583,233 | $349,940 | $233,293 |
| 2019 | $7,250 | $571,798 | $343,079 | $228,719 |
| 2018 | $7,051 | $560,586 | $336,352 | $224,234 |
| 2017 | $6,982 | $549,595 | $329,757 | $219,838 |
| 2016 | $6,813 | $538,818 | $323,291 | $215,527 |
| 2015 | $6,732 | $530,725 | $318,435 | $212,290 |
| 2014 | $6,572 | $520,329 | $312,197 | $208,132 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Craig Springbett
-
Adam Green
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Adam Green
KW Bay Area Estates Saratoga
(408) 857-4861
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82039547
APN: 042-202-10-000
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