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Off Market Sep 2024 for $2M

$2,026,059

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $12,844/mo

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2,000

sq ft

255 Brooktree Ranch Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

About this home

Welcome to an exceptional HORSE PROPERTY that perfectly blends luxury, comfort, and equestrian potential! Set on 2.2 acres of SUNNY, FLAT land in the most desirable sunbelt area of Day Valley. This stunning home features 3 spacious bedrooms, an office, and 2.5 bathrooms, offering ample space for relaxation and work. Enjoy cozy gatherings in the family room or entertain in the formal living room, with custom trim and crown molding throughout. The kitchen/dining room includes a fireplace with French doors leading to a spacious backyard courtyard. This property has incredible expansion potential, including the option to build a second residence. Eco-friendly fully owned solar panels have kept PG & E bills at zero for the past five years, showcasing sustainable luxury. Equestrian enthusiasts will love the 2 EXTRA LARGE CORRALS with STALLS, and a grooming area. The whole property is fully fenced with an electric gate, and dead end road for privacy. Along with the attached 2-car garage, there are 2 stand-alone garages (20' x 40'), ideal for RVs or boats. Don't miss this Day Valley gem, your dream home awaits in Aptos!

Single-familyProperty Type

1971Year Built

2.18 acresLot Size

$1,013Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Darcy Thole •DRE #01998875 • David Lyng Real Estate

Listed by Michelle Runzler •DRE #02129712 • David Lyng Real Estate

Contact: 831-818-1820

Bought with Erika Reid •DRE #01446351 • Bailey Properties

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81978264

Redfin Estimate

$2,026,059

$26K since sold in September 2024$14K since July

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This home's estimate is 46.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.38M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD NOV 26, 2025
$1,379,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths1,772 sq ft
1970 Cox Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD APR 20, 2026
$1,700,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,650 sq ft
2111 Cox Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$1,350,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,536 sq ft
1200 Day Valley Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,365,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,949 sq ft
1044 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD NOV 17, 2025
$1,150,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,532 sq ft
530 Flume Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$1,350,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,885 sq ft
355 Valencia Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

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Market trends in 95003, CA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.3%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$25K MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

16 MoM

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$2,860,000
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4 beds3 baths3,949 sq ft
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$1,380,000
3 beds2 baths1,212 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$11,900,000
5 beds5.5 baths4,665 sq ft
725 Las Olas Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
$495,000
2 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft
49 Knollwood Dr #49, Aptos, CA 95003
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 4PM
$2,000,000
3 beds4 baths1,886 sq ft
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Sale history for 255 Brooktree Ranch Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81978264

Sep 27, 2024

Sold

$2,000,000

$1,000/sq ft

Sep 17, 2024

Pending

—

Sep 5, 2024

Contingent

—

Aug 28, 2024

Listed

$1,999,999

$1,000/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81694109

Apr 16, 2018

Sold

$1,325,000

$663/sq ft

Apr 1, 2018

Contingent

—

Mar 20, 2018

Price Changed

$1,395,000

$698/sq ft

Feb 27, 2018

Listed

$1,495,000

$748/sq ft

Nicely updated 4br, 2.5ba, single level ranch home nestled in a tranquil country setting in the heart of Day Valley - one of the Aptos Hills most desirable rural neighborhoods. Generous light-filled living areas open comfortably and easily onto 2+ fenced and fully-usable acres of broad grassy meadows, expansive entertainment areas, lush garden spaces, terraced landscaping w/ fountains, herbs and arbored pathways bordered by Italian cypress. A remarkably sunny and serene ambiance issuing a siren's call for your future bocci court, horse corral, swimming pool and small, private vineyard. Plenty of elbow room here to stretch out and expand in. A gentle, soulful atmosphere that invites you to experience a lifetime of gracious r & r.

MLSListings #ML89848119

Oct 12, 1998

Sold

$505,000

$253/sq ft

May 27, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Apr 15, 1998

Listed

$498,500

$249/sq ft

Public Records

May 27, 1998

Sold

$505,000

$253/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 15, 1988

Sold

$108,000

$54/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 20, 1987

Sold

$210,000

$105/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 30, 1987

Sold

$229,355

$115/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 7, 1976

Sold

$77,500

$39/sq ft

Public Records

May 23, 1975

Sold

$69,500

$35/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,155 (+34.0%)

$1,534,000 + $466,000

$2,000,000

2024

$17,279 (+1.5%)

$1,143,407 + $427,724

$1,571,131

2023

$17,019 (+1.8%)

$1,143,407 + $427,724

$1,571,131

2022

$16,720 (+7.0%)

$1,120,987 + $419,337

$1,540,324

2021

$15,630 (+3.2%)

$1,099,007 + $411,115

$1,510,122

2020

$15,145 (+1.7%)

$1,077,458 + $339,054

$1,416,512

2019

$14,886 (+147.6%)

$1,066,410 + $312,120

$1,378,530

2018

$6,012 (+0.7%)

$1,045,500 + $306,000

$1,351,500

2017

$5,969 (+2.6%)

$288,626 + $239,149

$527,775

2016

$5,815 (+1.1%)

$288,626 + $239,149

$527,775

2015

$5,753 (+2.1%)

$282,967 + $234,460

$517,427

2014

$5,632 (−0.4%)

$273,257 + $226,414

$499,671

2013

$5,657 (+5.1%)

$273,257 + $226,414

$499,671

2012

$5,382 (+2.2%)

$272,022 + $225,391

$497,413

2011

$5,264 (+1.2%)

$266,688 + $220,972

$487,660

2010

$5,199 (−0.3%)

$261,459 + $216,639

$478,098

2009

$5,213 (+2.5%)

$259,505 + $215,020

$474,525

2008

$5,086

$260,121 + $215,531

$475,652

Tax history for 255 Brooktree Ranch Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$23,155 (+34.0%)

$1,534,000 + $466,000

$2,000,000

2024

$17,279 (+1.5%)

$1,143,407 + $427,724

$1,571,131

2023

$17,019 (+1.8%)

$1,143,407 + $427,724

$1,571,131

2022

$16,720 (+7.0%)

$1,120,987 + $419,337

$1,540,324

2021

$15,630 (+3.2%)

$1,099,007 + $411,115

$1,510,122

2020

$15,145 (+1.7%)

$1,077,458 + $339,054

$1,416,512

2019

$14,886 (+147.6%)

$1,066,410 + $312,120

$1,378,530

2018

$6,012 (+0.7%)

$1,045,500 + $306,000

$1,351,500

2017

$5,969 (+2.6%)

$288,626 + $239,149

$527,775

2016

$5,815 (+1.1%)

$288,626 + $239,149

$527,775

2015

$5,753 (+2.1%)

$282,967 + $234,460

$517,427

2014

$5,632 (−0.4%)

$273,257 + $226,414

$499,671

2013

$5,657 (+5.1%)

$273,257 + $226,414

$499,671

2012

$5,382 (+2.2%)

$272,022 + $225,391

$497,413

2011

$5,264 (+1.2%)

$266,688 + $220,972

$487,660

2010

$5,199 (−0.3%)

$261,459 + $216,639

$478,098

2009

$5,213 (+2.5%)

$259,505 + $215,020

$474,525

2008

$5,086

$260,121 + $215,531

$475,652

*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

Baths

2.5

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.18 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

2,613

Year built

1971

Style

Vacant Land

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

10523145

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.

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): 4
Garage (Maximum): 4
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Garage Spaces: 4

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Shower and Tub, Tile, Updated Bath(s), Full on Ground Floor, Primary (Stall Shower(s))

Room Information
Den/Study/Office
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Granite), Island, Exhaust Fan, Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s)

Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer, Inside
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Pellet Stove
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1

Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Gas, Central Forced Air

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Hills, Forest/Woods, Neighborhood
Fencing: Complete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Barbecue Area, Courtyard, Dog Run/Kennel, Low Maintenance, Storage Shed/Structure

Building Information
Style: Ranch
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter

Property Features
Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Garden Window(s)
Communication: Cable TV
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,000

Property Information
Horse Property: Yes
Property Primary ID: 468699

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 2.184
Lot Description: Grade (Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Features: Low Flow Toilet, Double Pane Windows
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Private/Mutual

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1

School Information
Elementary School: Valencia Elementary
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Middle School: Aptos Junior High
High School: Aptos High
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Location Information
Directions: From Freedom Blvd, turn onto McDonald Rd, turn left onto Cox Rd, turn right onto Brooktree Ranch Rd. The home is on the left.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,613
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.18 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10523145

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes

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Valencia Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.0mi

8/10

Aptos Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi

5/10

Aptos High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

8/10

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 88° expected this year, 16 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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$1.93M – $2.33M

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Home values near 255 Brooktree Ranch Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
415 Brooktree Ranch Road, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2524 Sq. Ft.	$1,890,088
260 Brooktree Ranch Road, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1820 Sq. Ft.	$1,407,966

Address	Redfin Estimate
377 Brooktree Ranch Road, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1936 Sq. Ft.	$2,617,588
222 Brooktree Ranch Road, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2077 Sq. Ft.	$1,414,689

Address	Redfin Estimate
284 Brooktree Ranch Road, Aptos, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3376 Sq. Ft.	$1,718,828
180 Brooktree Ranch Road, Aptos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2068 Sq. Ft.	$1,793,039

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