$1,250,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2026

601 Burns Ave Aptos, CA 95003

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,142 Sq Ft
5,881 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 15, 2026

$584 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

35 on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Corner Lot
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of May 2026

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 4/11 - 12PM-3PM. Location Location Location - Ideal Setup for Multi-Generational Living, Investment Opportunity, Extended Guests, or Savvy Homeowners Seeking Rental Income Potential in the Heart of Aptos. (2) Completely Separate Levels of Living with Private Entrances. Interior Access to Lower Level Unit can be Easily Re-Opened by Removing Sheetrock. 1st Level Includes Bright, Open Living Areas - Spacious Family, Dining, & Kitchen with 1/2 Bath. Plus 1 Bedroom & 1 Full Bath. Fresh Interior Paint & New Carpet. The Elevated Position Offers Peaceful Views of the Surrounding Neighborhood and Hints of the Coastal Landscape Beyond. The Cozy & Independent Lower Level Includes: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath, 1/2 Bath, & Oversized Family Room & Kitchen. (2) Separate Furnaces. 2 Car Garage PLUS Ample Off-Street Parking. Property is Located Less than 1/2 Mile from Aptos Village - Walk to Quaint Shops, Farm-to-Table Restaurants, Farmers Market & More. This Home Places you at the Center of a Laid-Back, Community-Focused Lifestyle with Modern Conveniences & Easy Access to Stunning Beaches & Outdoor Adventures. This Rare Dual-Living Opportunity Combines Functionality with Coastal Appeal in one of Aptos's Most Desirable Central Locations!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Carey

Brokerage Phone: 925-963-0569 License #01055545 Listed on: 03/27/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Seb Frey

License #01369847

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 5,881 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Lot
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Composition Shingle
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04021105

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

5,881 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Other
  • Directions: Cathedral Dr > Burns Ave
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Attribution Contact: 925-963-0569
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Composition Shingles, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5881
  • Parcel Number: 04021105

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2026
Closed on
Apr 10, 2026
Sold by
Mitch Grimes and Stephen Grimes Mitchel
Bought by
Morar Dan
Seller's Agent
Mike Carey
Buyer's Agent
Seb Frey
List Price
$1,292,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$42,000
-3.25%
Views
46

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
126.45%
Original Mortgage
$950,000
Outstanding Balance
$949,134
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$342,410

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2026
Sold by
Grimes Mitch and Dale Edwards Trust
Bought by
Grimes Mitch

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2025
Sold by
Edwards Dale
Bought by
Dale Edwards Trust and Edwards

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2019
Sold by
Edwards Teddy and Edwards Dale
Bought by
Edwards Teddy and Edwards Dale

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2016
Sold by
Edwards Teddy and Edwards Dale
Bought by
Edwards Teddy and Edwards Dale

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$523,301
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2010
Sold by
Smock Patricia M and Patricia M Smock Revocable Tru
Bought by
Edwards Teddy Lynn and Edwards Dale Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$562,426
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2006
Sold by
Smock Patricia M
Bought by
Smock Patricia M and Patricia M Smock Revocable Tru

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$308,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2001
Sold by
Smock Patricia M
Bought by
Smock Patricia M and Patricia M Smock Revocable Tru

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 1998
Sold by
Smock Patricia M and Fordham Gary
Bought by
Smock Patricia M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Gift Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Grant Deed $570,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Gift Deed -- Old Republic Title Company
Gift Deed -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $523,301 FHA
Previous Owner $562,426 FHA
Previous Owner $308,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $195,000 Stand Alone First
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/15/2026 05/15/26 Sold $1,250,000 -3.3% $584 / Sq Ft
05/01/2026 05/01/26 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2026 03/27/26 For Sale $1,292,000 -- $603 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

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 $9,928 $735,770 $367,885 $367,885
2023 $8,988 $707,200 $353,600 $353,600
2022 $8,785 $693,334 $346,667 $346,667
2021 $8,498 $679,738 $339,869 $339,869
2020 $8,353 $672,768 $336,384 $336,384
2019 $8,204 $659,578 $329,789 $329,789
2018 $7,981 $646,644 $323,322 $323,322
2017 $7,905 $633,964 $316,982 $316,982
2016 $7,711 $621,534 $310,767 $310,767
2015 $7,629 $612,198 $306,099 $306,099
2014 $7,450 $600,206 $300,103 $300,103
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Mike Carey

    (925) 963-0569

    1 in this area

    192 Total Sales

    Mike Carey
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  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Seb Frey

    (408) 596-1623

    1 in this area

    3 Total Sales

    Seb Frey
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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41128817

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 040-211-05-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003

601 Burns Ave, Aptos, CA

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