Perched on Day Valley Ridge with distant ocean views sits this stunning 5 bedroom, 5 & 1/2 bath home. Designed by Nancy Whalen of Reed-Whalen & Associates in 2013, it has been fully updated & is move-in ready. The home's understated elegance blends perfectly with the beautiful natural landscape & perfect weather that the Aptos hills have to offer. Secluded, yet close to town. Recent updating includes interior & exterior paint, refinished hardwood floors, new carpeting, exterior lighting, water softener, kitchen faucets & refined landscaping. The dramatic two-story entry boasts recessed lighting & craftsman-style staircase. Oil rubbed bronze fixtures, door hardware, & faucets abound. Stainless appliances in the kitchen include, Miele dishwasher, built-in Kitchen Aid refrigerator, Viking professional 6-burner range w/ griddle, double ovens & microwave. Also featured: custom closet organizers, tumbled travertine tile at bathrooms, primary bathroom with jetted tub & oversized shower with an ocean view, multiple Atrium French doors to bring the outside in, & a burglar/fire alarm. Supplied by the Central Water District, the home has its own 10,000-gallon water storage system, complete with fire hydrant. Call your Realtor today. This just may be your dream home. Professionally staged!
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
4.76 acresLot Size
$510Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Jason Noble•DRE #01010866• Nino Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82047863
Jul 30, 2026
Price Changed
$2,749,888
$510/sq ft
Jul 30, 2026
Price Changed
$2,749,888
$510/sq ft
May 19, 2026
Listed
$2,998,888
$556/sq ft
May 19, 2026
Listed
$2,998,888
$556/sq ft
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Perched on Day Valley Ridge with distant ocean views sits this stunning 5 bedroom, 5 & 1/2 bath home. Designed by Nancy Whalen of Reed-Whalen & Associates in 2013, it has been fully updated & is move-in ready. The home's understated elegance blends perfectly with the beautiful natural landscape & perfect weather that the Aptos hills have to offer. Secluded, yet close to town. Recent updating includes interior & exterior paint, refinished hardwood floors, new carpeting, exterior lighting, water softener, kitchen faucets & refined landscaping. The dramatic two-story entry boasts recessed lighting & craftsman-style staircase. Oil rubbed bronze fixtures, door hardware, & faucets abound. Stainless appliances in the kitchen include, Miele dishwasher, built-in Kitchen Aid refrigerator, Viking professional 6-burner range w/griddle, double ovens & microwave. Also featured: custom closet organizers, tumbled travertine tile at bathrooms, primary bathroom with jetted tub & oversized shower with an ocean view, multiple Atrium French doors to bring the outside in, & a burglar/fire alarm. Supplied by the Central Water District, the home has its own 10,000-gallon water storage system, complete with fire hydrant. Call your Realtor today. This just may be your dream home. Professionally staged!
Public Records
May 27, 2005
Sold
$705,000
$131/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80512085
Jun 8, 2005
Sold
$710,000
$132/sq ft
Jun 8, 2005
Sold
$710,000
$132/sq ft
Apr 20, 2005
Listing Removed
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Mar 12, 2005
Listed
$750,000
$139/sq ft
Mar 12, 2005
Listed
$750,000
$139/sq ft
This includes 3600 sq. ft.custom home plans designed by Chris Scoggins.Permits ready on the verge to pull from county. Cost estimate available for building by Larry Favor Co.Sunny property over looking Meadow Estates Valley.$1.3 up
Public Records
Feb 17, 2004
Sold
$295,000
$55/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 1998
Sold
$195,000
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 1990
Sold
$250,000
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,424 (+7.6%)
$576,530 + $830,531
$1,407,061
2024
$15,263 (+1.9%)
$565,226 + $814,246
$1,379,472
2023
$14,973 (+1.8%)
$565,226 + $814,246
$1,379,472
2022
$14,709 (+2.5%)
$554,143 + $798,280
$1,352,423
2021
$14,347 (+1.5%)
$543,278 + $782,628
$1,325,906
2020
$14,135 (+1.7%)
$532,625 + $767,282
$1,299,907
2019
$13,894 (+2.6%)
$527,164 + $759,415
$1,286,579
2018
$13,545 (+0.7%)
$516,827 + $744,524
$1,261,351
2017
$13,448 (+2.7%)
$496,758 + $715,614
$1,212,372
2016
$13,094 (+0.6%)
$496,758 + $715,614
$1,212,372
2015
$13,020 (+2.2%)
$487,018 + $701,582
$1,188,600
2014
$12,741 (+39.7%)
$470,306 + $677,507
$1,147,813
2013
$9,118 (+5.3%)
$470,306 + $677,507
$1,147,813
2012
$8,662 (−18.1%)
$468,180 + $349,906
$818,086
2011
$10,570 (+0.5%)
$459,000 + $343,045
$802,045
2010
$10,514 (−0.3%)
$761,306 + $221,232
$982,538
2009
$10,543 (+3.8%)
$761,306 + $221,232
$982,538
2008
$10,156
$763,115 + $221,758
$984,873
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.76 Acres
Year renovated
2013
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,626
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,626
Year built
2013
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10516134
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RA
Residential Agricultural District
To provide areas of residential use where development is limited to a range of non-urban densities of single-family dwellings in areas outside the urban services line and rural services line; on lands suitable for development with adequate water, septic system suitability, vehicular access, and fire protection; with adequate protection of natural resources; with adequate protection from natural hazards; and where small-scale commercial agriculture, such as animal-keeping, truck farming and specialty crops, can take place in conjunction with the primary use of the property as residential.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Aptos, CA • 95003
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in Aptos. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1250 Day Valley Rdg
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