525 La Honda Dr Aptos, CA 95003
Rio del Mar Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,184
Sq Ft
0.54
Acres
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Deck
- Aptos High School Rated A-
- 0.54 Acre Lot
- Contemporary Architecture
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to this delightful home tucked at the end of a private drive. Enjoy beautiful ocean views and breathtaking sunsets from this comfortable living space with a bright and open floor plan. The living areas are further enhanced by vaulted ceilings creating a spacious, warm and inviting atmosphere. Recent upgrades include new interior paint, exterior paint, and new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms including a large primary suite with it's own ocean view deck. In addition, the large 23,610 sq ft lot has plenty of space to create your own outdoor oasis. Conveniently located to Seascape Golf Course, beaches, shopping, dining and more!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Bradfield & Associates License #01240959 Listed on: 03/13/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,641
Year Built
- Built in 1978
Lot Details
- 0.54 Acre Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Zoning described as R-1-10
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,184 Sq Ft Home
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Double Pane Windows
- Garden Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Ocean Views
- Laundry in unit
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 044-231-60-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 3, 2025
Sold by
Zelma J Longacre Family Trust and Dabalos Gaye
Bought by
Sanchez Nicholas and Nelson Charlotte
Seller's Agent
Candace Bradfield
Bradfield & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Amy Jeske
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,850,000
Sold Price
$1,865,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
0.81%
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$44,261
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.45%
Original Mortgage
$1,585,250
Outstanding Balance
$1,581,140
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$239,599
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 2013
Sold by
Nelson Bobbie Jo and Dabalos Gaye Lynn
Bought by
Longacre Zelma J and Zelma J Longacre Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 8, 2013
Sold by
Longacre Zelma
Bought by
Longacre Zelma J and The Zelma J Longacre Family Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 6, 2003
Sold by
Longacre Zelma J
Bought by
Longacre Zelma J and The Zelma J Longacre Family Tr
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 8, 1998
Sold by
Longacre Zelma J
Bought by
Longacre Zelma J and Zelma J Longacre Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 1994
Sold by
Longacre Yates Zelma J
Bought by
Yates Robert Duane and Longacre Yates Zelma J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,865,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Santa Cruz Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Santa Cruz Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Santa Cruz Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,585,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $486,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $610,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $494,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $305,300 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Sold | $1,865,000 | +0.8% | $854 / Sq Ft |
| 03/16/2025 03/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/13/2025 03/13/25 | For Sale | $1,850,000 | -- | $847 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,641 | $1,800,000 | $1,500,000 | $300,000 |
| 2024 | $3,641 | $212,814 | $35,597 | $177,217 |
| 2023 | $3,517 | $208,642 | $34,899 | $173,743 |
| 2022 | $3,405 | $204,551 | $34,215 | $170,336 |
| 2021 | $3,201 | $200,540 | $33,544 | $166,996 |
| 2020 | $3,134 | $198,484 | $33,200 | $165,284 |
| 2019 | $3,074 | $194,592 | $32,549 | $162,043 |
| 2018 | $2,979 | $190,776 | $31,911 | $158,865 |
| 2017 | $2,938 | $187,035 | $31,285 | $155,750 |
| 2016 | $2,875 | $183,368 | $30,672 | $152,696 |
| 2015 | $2,801 | $180,613 | $30,211 | $150,402 |
| 2014 | $2,724 | $177,075 | $29,619 | $147,456 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Candace Bradfield
Seller's Agent in 2025
Candace Bradfield
Bradfield & Associates
(831) 212-1986
4 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
Amy Jeske
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Amy Jeske
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 345-0338
14 in this area
92 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81996483
APN: 044-231-60-000
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