Some homes make you fall in love the moment you arrive. This is one of them. Step inside, and the calm is immediate. Light spills through vaulted, beamed ceilings, the blue of Monterey Bay fills every window, and every detail feels deliberate, as it should be. Modern without trying too hard, elegant without feeling formal. Built in 1938 on land once part of Claus Spreckels' Aptos Rancho, this home carries a rare thread of history, long before Rio became the neighborhood it is today. Living spaces flow easily indoors to out, anchored by a white brick fireplace and timeless finishes. Glass doors open onto covered patios and a striking tiled fireplace, made for long dinners and evenings watching the bay change color. Beyond, a spacious backyard offers space for whatever you dream up. A detached structure at the rear offers potential: an ADU, a guest retreat, a studio, an office. The bedroom is a quiet luxury, set beneath vaulted ceilings with soft light through picture windows. Two closets offer effortless storage, and the room feels serene, private, and impeccably finished, a true retreat at day's end. Minutes from Seacliff Beach, Aptos Village, and Nisene Marks, this is more than a beautiful home. It's an invitation to slow down and remember how good coastal living can feel.
| MLS # | ML82056057 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1938 |
| Days On Site | 34 |
| Listing Provided By | eXp Realty of California Inc | Strock Team |
| Bed(s) | 1 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 1 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,144 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | R-1-4 |
| Acreage | 0.14 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Cooling | None |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air, Fireplaces |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Interior Features | Walk In Closets |
| Appliances | Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Roof | Composition |
|---|---|
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Lot Features | Sloped Down |
| Fencing | Wood |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Off Street |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Utilities | Natural Gas Available |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Santa Cruz |
| City | Aptos |
| Zip Code | 95003 |
| Area | 699 Not Defined |
| Listing VS Median (in 95003) | |
Price: $1,895,000 low | high Med: $2,374,500 sqft: 1,144 low | high Med: 5,757 $ / sqft: $1,656 low | high Med: $671 On site: 34 low | high Med: 1094 | |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Santa Cruz |
| City | Aptos |
| Zip Code | 95003 |
| Area | 699 Not Defined |
| Listing VS Median (in 95003) | |
Price: $1,895,000 low | high Med: $2,374,500 sqft: 1,144 low | high Med: 5,757 $ / sqft: $1,656 low | high Med: $671 On site: 34 low | high Med: 1094 | |