Rarely do you find a home that offers both the peaceful feel of a private retreat and the convenience of being just minutes from town. Located a short drive to the boutiques and dining of Aptos Village, this hidden sanctuary is tucked among the trees, down a private road offering the serenity and quiet you are searching for without sacrificing accessibility. Completely remodeled with no detail overlooked, the home is fully turn-key and modern, featuring a newly constructed yard and expansive lot ideal for entertaining or enjoying quiet mornings beneath the redwoods. This environmentally conscious home has a brand-new grey water system, a rare and highly desirable asset in the county and EV charging next to your dual carport parking spots. This home is in a newly approved Firewise Community that benefits both surrounding areas and homeowners by reducing the amount of fire insurance premiums. Priced at $899,000, this property represents one of the most competitive opportunities for a finished home in the area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
6,882 sq ftLot Size
$605Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Liz Foster•DRE #02085980• David Lyng Real Estate
Contact: 831-345-6476
Bought with Rose Wood•DRE #01344958• eXp Realty of California Inc
Est. $4,783 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 140 Baker Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jul 16, 2026
Sold
$921,500
$605/sq ft
MLSListings #ML82048618
Jul 16, 2026
Sold
$921,400
$605/sq ft
Jul 16, 2026
Sold
$921,400
$605/sq ft
Jul 7, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2026
Contingent
—
May 27, 2026
Listed
$899,000
$590/sq ft
May 26, 2026
Listed
$899,000
$590/sq ft
+44
Rarely do you find a home that offers both the peaceful feel of a private retreat and the convenience of being just minutes from town. Located a short drive to the boutiques and dining of Aptos Village, this hidden sanctuary is tucked among the trees, down a private road offering the serenity and quiet you are searching for without sacrificing accessibility. Completely remodeled with no detail overlooked, the home is fully turn-key and modern, featuring a newly constructed yard and expansive lot ideal for entertaining or enjoying quiet mornings beneath the redwoods. This environmentally conscious home has a brand-new grey water system, a rare and highly desirable asset in the county and EV charging next to your dual carport parking spots. This home is in a newly approved Firewise Community that benefits both surrounding areas and homeowners by reducing the amount of fire insurance premiums. Priced at $899,000, this property represents one of the most competitive opportunities for a finished home in the area.
MLSListings #ML81926602
Feb 29, 2024
Sold
$830,000
$545/sq ft
Feb 29, 2024
Sold
$830,000
$545/sq ft
Jan 21, 2024
Contingent
—
Oct 31, 2023
Price Changed
$849,000
$557/sq ft
Oct 4, 2023
Price Changed
$879,000
$577/sq ft
Oct 4, 2023
Relisted
—
Aug 7, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Aug 6, 2023
Relisted
—
Jun 23, 2023
Contingent
—
Jun 10, 2023
Price Changed
$988,000
$649/sq ft
May 2, 2023
Listed
$849,000
$557/sq ft
May 1, 2023
Listed
$1,049,000
$689/sq ft
+15
Reduced $30,000 sellers are motivated to sell, best value home in the area. Well maintained 3 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath home, minutes from the Beach, Seascape, Aptos Village, New Leaf, restaurants, coffee shops and even closer to Valencia Elementary School. Enjoy a wonderful floor-plan that boast an expansive Living Room with high ceilings, exposed beams and fireplace. A lovely eat in Kitchen/Dining room has an adjoining deck that overlooks a creek and surrounding woods. The Primary Room is large with an updated bathroom, fireplace and deck. The top floor has two more bedrooms and another updated bathroom. Baker Rd is a very private and quiet enclave of homes that lead to a beautiful verdant valley~perfect for an afternoon stroll. Theres a bonus room that could be an office, a guest room, artist studio or storage room. This one is move-in ready and yes the furnishings are available to purchase!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81427113
Sep 12, 2014
Sold
$580,000
$381/sq ft
Sep 12, 2014
Sold
$580,000
$381/sq ft
Aug 29, 2014
Pending
—
Jul 28, 2014
Listed
$579,000
$380/sq ft
Jul 28, 2014
Listed
$579,000
$380/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81400402
Apr 1, 2014
Sold
$369,000
$242/sq ft
Apr 1, 2014
Sold
$369,000
$242/sq ft
Mar 21, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 22, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 13, 2014
Relisted
—
Jan 11, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 7, 2014
Relisted
—
Jan 7, 2014
Listed
$369,000
$242/sq ft
Jan 7, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 7, 2014
Listed
$369,000
$242/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 1986
Sold
$115,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 24, 1983
Sold
$19,000
$12/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 24, 1979
Sold
$92,000
$60/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1977
Sold
$75,000
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,683 (+33.1%)
$558,756 + $287,844
$846,600
2024
$8,025 (+1.5%)
$410,043 + $273,362
$683,405
2023
$7,903 (+2.0%)
$410,043 + $273,362
$683,405
2022
$7,750 (+3.3%)
$402,003 + $268,002
$670,005
2021
$7,502 (+1.5%)
$394,121 + $262,747
$656,868
2020
$7,392 (+1.6%)
$386,393 + $257,595
$643,988
2019
$7,273 (+2.4%)
$382,431 + $254,954
$637,385
2018
$7,100 (+0.8%)
$374,932 + $249,955
$624,887
2017
$7,044 (+2.6%)
$360,373 + $240,249
$600,622
2016
$6,869 (+0.9%)
$360,373 + $240,249
$600,622
2015
$6,807 (+189.0%)
$353,307 + $235,538
$588,845
2014
$2,355 (−0.3%)
$63,709 + $119,455
$183,164
2013
$2,363 (+4.4%)
$63,709 + $119,455
$183,164
2012
$2,264 (+1.9%)
$63,421 + $118,915
$182,336
2011
$2,221 (+1.1%)
$62,177 + $116,583
$178,760
2010
$2,197 (−0.2%)
$60,958 + $114,297
$175,255
2009
$2,202 (+2.1%)
$60,502 + $113,443
$173,945
2008
$2,156
$60,646 + $113,712
$174,358
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,882 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2014
Sq. Ft.
1,523
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
04110223
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport (Minimum): 2
Parking Description: Off-Street Parking
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Updated Bath(s)
Room Information
Storage
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: Oven Range (Gas)
Other
Secondary Living Space Sq. Ft.: 80
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, In Primary Bedroom, Other (See Remarks)