$1,700,000
SOLD AUG 13, 2025

51 Sunset Dr Watsonville, CA 95076

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,822 Sq Ft
3,572 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$933 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Deck
  • Corian Countertops
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of August 2025

Nestled in the heart of Monterey Bay's most sought-after Sunset Beach Community, this stunning home boasts expansive views stretching from Santa Cruz to Aptos and Pacific Grove to Monterey. Flooded with natural light through large custom Anderson picture windows, the home perfectly frames the breathtaking coastal landscape, creating an airy and inviting atmosphere. Inside, soaring cathedral ceilings amplify the spacious feel, while an elegant cherry wood wet bar with marble countertops and french doors invite effortless entertaining. Step outside onto expansive Trex decks on each floor, including a panoramic view private deck off the master suite-ideal for savoring morning coffee or evening sunsets. Enjoy direct private beach access with endless ocean whitewater and miles of soft sand framed by hills of the entire bay area. Carefully maintained with many custom upgrades including a newer 2 year old roof, fresh paint, new skylight, fireplace, ductless AC/heat unit, copper flashing, and more! This home blends timeless charm with modern convenience. Aptly named for the spectacular sunsets that drench the interiors with golden hues, this property offers a rare coastal lifestyle where every day feels like a vacation. Homes rarely come available in this beautiful community!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heidi Hart

California Dreaming License #01703922 Listed on: 05/28/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeana Beech

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02126464

eXp Realty of California Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 3,572 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R-1-6

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,822 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Storage Room
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Corian Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Security Guard
  • Controlled Access

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 046-172-15-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1822
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Zoning Description: R-1-6
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Dining Bar
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian, Oven Range, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1822
  • Security: Controlled / Secured Access, Security Guard
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Ocean, Water Front
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Partial Fencing, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: Off-Street Parking, Parking Area

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Fireplace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Existing Septic

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Up
  • Parcel Number: 046-172-15-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0820
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 3572.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 3572.00
  • Soil: Sandy

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2025
Closed on
Aug 8, 2025
Sold by
Jovich Michael
Bought by
Williams Jason
Seller's Agent
Heidi Hart
California Dreaming
Buyer's Agent
Jeana Beech
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
6.58%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
$1,658,600

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$41,400
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.62%
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Outstanding Balance
$449,606
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,208,994

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 1999
Sold by
Jovich Linda
Bought by
Jovich Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
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
Grant Deed $1,700,000 Stewart Title Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $470,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $450,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $376,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Sold $1,700,000 +6.6% $933 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2025 07/18/25 For Sale $1,595,000 0.0% $875 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $1,595,000 -6.2% $875 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Off Market $1,700,000 -- --
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 $8,458 $736,835 $442,101 $294,734
2023 $7,972 $676,353 $424,934 $251,419
2022 $8,156 $694,336 $416,602 $277,734
2021 $7,967 $680,722 $408,433 $272,289
2020 $7,851 $673,742 $404,245 $269,497
2019 $7,575 $660,531 $396,319 $264,212
2018 $7,386 $647,580 $388,548 $259,032
2017 $7,331 $634,883 $380,930 $253,953
2016 $7,141 $622,435 $373,461 $248,974
2015 $7,075 $613,085 $367,851 $245,234
2014 $6,925 $601,075 $360,645 $240,430
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82008668

MLSListings

APN: 046-172-15-000