Welcome to this inviting 4-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home in the highly desirable community of Aptos. Spanning 1,772 square feet, this property sits on a generous lot of over 74,000 square feet with an amazing orchard that includes avocado, plums, oranges, and more. The kitchen seamlessly connects with the family room, creating a perfect space for gatherings. Enjoy meals in the formal dining room. The home features central forced air heating and cooling, ensuring comfort throughout the year. Flooring details are complemented by a cozy fireplace, adding warmth and character to the living space. Convenience is key with an inside laundry area. The home offers a 2-car garage, providing ample parking and storage. It falls under the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. Embrace the opportunity to make this Aptos property your new home, combining practicality, comfort and end of the road privacy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
1.72 acresLot Size
$894Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Bertie Marquez•DRE #02195930• Century 21 Masters
Contact: 831-229-9971
Bought with Katy Cowley•DRE #01946911• Cowley Properties
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82017548
Nov 26, 2025
Sold
$1,379,000
$778/sq ft
Nov 26, 2025
Sold
$1,379,000
$778/sq ft
Oct 8, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 2, 2025
Price Changed
$1,450,000
$818/sq ft
Oct 2, 2025
Price Changed
$1,450,000
$818/sq ft
Aug 22, 2025
Listed
$1,499,000
$846/sq ft
Aug 22, 2025
Listed
$1,499,000
$846/sq ft
Welcome to this inviting 4-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home in the highly desirable community of Aptos. Spanning 1,772 square feet, this property sits on a generous lot of over 74,000 square feet with an amazing orchard that includes avocado, plums, oranges, and more. The kitchen seamlessly connects with the family room, creating a perfect space for gatherings. Enjoy meals in the formal dining room. The home features central forced air heating and cooling, ensuring comfort throughout the year. Flooring details are complemented by a cozy fireplace, adding warmth and character to the living space. Convenience is key with an inside laundry area. The home offers a 2-car garage, providing ample parking and storage. It falls under the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. Embrace the opportunity to make this Aptos property your new home, combining practicality, comfort and end of the road privacy.
Public Records
Jun 24, 1975
Sold
$67,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,424 (+10.5%)
$55,411 + $117,837
$173,248
2024
$2,194 (+2.0%)
$54,324 + $115,527
$169,851
2023
$2,151 (+2.2%)
$54,324 + $115,527
$169,851
2022
$2,104 (+8.5%)
$53,259 + $113,261
$166,520
2021
$1,940 (+1.4%)
$52,215 + $111,040
$163,255
2020
$1,913 (+1.6%)
$51,191 + $108,863
$160,054
2019
$1,883 (+2.3%)
$50,666 + $107,747
$158,413
2018
$1,840 (+0.7%)
$49,673 + $105,634
$155,307
2017
$1,827 (+2.5%)
$47,743 + $101,532
$149,275
2016
$1,783 (+3.1%)
$47,743 + $101,532
$149,275
2015
$1,729 (+2.0%)
$46,807 + $99,541
$146,348
2014
$1,695 (−0.3%)
$45,201 + $96,125
$141,326
2013
$1,700 (+4.7%)
$45,201 + $96,125
$141,326
2012
$1,624 (+2.1%)
$44,997 + $95,691
$140,688
2011
$1,591 (+1.2%)
$44,115 + $93,815
$137,930
2010
$1,573 (−0.2%)
$43,250 + $91,975
$135,225
2009
$1,576 (+2.3%)
$42,927 + $91,288
$134,215
2008
$1,540
$43,029 + $91,505
$134,534
Tax history for 1970 Cox Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,424 (+10.5%)
$55,411 + $117,837
$173,248
2024
$2,194 (+2.0%)
$54,324 + $115,527
$169,851
2023
$2,151 (+2.2%)
$54,324 + $115,527
$169,851
2022
$2,104 (+8.5%)
$53,259 + $113,261
$166,520
2021
$1,940 (+1.4%)
$52,215 + $111,040
$163,255
2020
$1,913 (+1.6%)
$51,191 + $108,863
$160,054
2019
$1,883 (+2.3%)
$50,666 + $107,747
$158,413
2018
$1,840 (+0.7%)
$49,673 + $105,634
$155,307
2017
$1,827 (+2.5%)
$47,743 + $101,532
$149,275
2016
$1,783 (+3.1%)
$47,743 + $101,532
$149,275
2015
$1,729 (+2.0%)
$46,807 + $99,541
$146,348
2014
$1,695 (−0.3%)
$45,201 + $96,125
$141,326
2013
$1,700 (+4.7%)
$45,201 + $96,125
$141,326
2012
$1,624 (+2.1%)
$44,997 + $95,691
$140,688
2011
$1,591 (+1.2%)
$44,115 + $93,815
$137,930
2010
$1,573 (−0.2%)
$43,250 + $91,975
$135,225
2009
$1,576 (+2.3%)
$42,927 + $91,288
$134,215
2008
$1,540
$43,029 + $91,505
$134,534
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.72 Acres
Year renovated
1971
Sq. Ft.
1,772
Year built
1971
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10526107
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Gate/Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Primary (Stall Shower(s))
Room Information
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Other (See Remarks)
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside, Washer/Dryer
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, In Living Room
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Other (See Remarks)
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Attached
Concrete Block
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,772
Special Features: Wheelchair Access
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 733346
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.72
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Solar Panels - Leased
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,772
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.72 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 1971
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10526107
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Valencia Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$1.51M – $1.82M
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