Pleasant Valley Perfection! Situated in perhaps the best location in all of Aptos, this 2.8+ acre gated estate property sits in the heart of the "Napa Valley" of Santa Cruz. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, single level home comes complete w/ a gorgeous flagstone accented pool & hot tub, sprawling lawn area for entertaining, outdoor kitchen and BBQ, large primary suite w/ his & her sinks and slab shower. Dozens of mature fruit trees: pears, apples, oranges, plums, peaches, figs and avocados (and more!). This is the ultimate wine country oasis. Exquisitely remodeled interior including a full kitchen remodel with white Carrera marble slab kitchen counter tops, white cabinets, pantry storage, a new Dacor appliance suite including 6-burner gas stove, large refrigerator/freezer and double oven. Enjoy pool views from the the step down living room and Carerra slab breakfast bar. Formal entry, formal living, & formal dining. Walk to Nicholson Vineyards! This Pleasant Valley property is an A+
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
2.82 acresLot Size
$1,330Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Frank De Bernardo•DRE #01211552• Frank De Bernardo, Broker
Contact: 831-901-2324
Bought with Lyng-Vidrine Lyng-Vidrine Team•DRE #70010151• David Lyng Real Estate
S. C. Counties premier vineyard valley known for its incredible climate and scenic beauty. This outstanding single level upper Pleasant Valley home sits on a prime 2.8 +/-acre parcel surrounded by lush gardens, orchard, spacious pool and patio setting. Large master suite with private sun deck, separate living, formal dining and family rooms.
Public Records
Oct 3, 1996
Sold
$415,000
$203/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$32,221 (+117.1%)
$2,000,000 + $750,000
$2,750,000
2024
$14,842 (+1.6%)
$775,178 + $516,786
$1,291,964
2023
$14,613 (+1.9%)
$775,178 + $516,786
$1,291,964
2022
$14,334 (+2.6%)
$759,979 + $506,653
$1,266,632
2021
$13,969 (+1.5%)
$745,077 + $496,718
$1,241,795
2020
$13,761 (+3.0%)
$730,468 + $486,979
$1,217,447
2019
$13,353 (+2.6%)
$722,978 + $481,985
$1,204,963
2018
$13,013 (+0.8%)
$708,802 + $472,535
$1,181,337
2017
$12,910 (+2.7%)
$681,278 + $454,186
$1,135,464
2016
$12,569 (+0.7%)
$681,278 + $454,186
$1,135,464
2015
$12,487 (+90.9%)
$667,920 + $445,280
$1,113,200
2014
$6,541 (+1.9%)
$320,203 + $231,180
$551,383
2013
$6,421 (+6.4%)
$320,203 + $231,180
$551,383
2012
$6,036 (+2.3%)
$318,756 + $230,135
$548,891
2011
$5,903 (+1.3%)
$312,506 + $225,623
$538,129
2010
$5,830 (−0.2%)
$306,378 + $221,199
$527,577
2009
$5,844 (+2.5%)
$304,088 + $219,546
$523,634
2008
$5,700
$304,810 + $220,068
$524,878
Tax history for 2947 Pleasant Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$32,221 (+117.1%)
$2,000,000 + $750,000
$2,750,000
2024
$14,842 (+1.6%)
$775,178 + $516,786
$1,291,964
2023
$14,613 (+1.9%)
$775,178 + $516,786
$1,291,964
2022
$14,334 (+2.6%)
$759,979 + $506,653
$1,266,632
2021
$13,969 (+1.5%)
$745,077 + $496,718
$1,241,795
2020
$13,761 (+3.0%)
$730,468 + $486,979
$1,217,447
2019
$13,353 (+2.6%)
$722,978 + $481,985
$1,204,963
2018
$13,013 (+0.8%)
$708,802 + $472,535
$1,181,337
2017
$12,910 (+2.7%)
$681,278 + $454,186
$1,135,464
2016
$12,569 (+0.7%)
$681,278 + $454,186
$1,135,464
2015
$12,487 (+90.9%)
$667,920 + $445,280
$1,113,200
2014
$6,541 (+1.9%)
$320,203 + $231,180
$551,383
2013
$6,421 (+6.4%)
$320,203 + $231,180
$551,383
2012
$6,036 (+2.3%)
$318,756 + $230,135
$548,891
2011
$5,903 (+1.3%)
$312,506 + $225,623
$538,129
2010
$5,830 (−0.2%)
$306,378 + $221,199
$527,577
2009
$5,844 (+2.5%)
$304,088 + $219,546
$523,634
2008
$5,700
$304,810 + $220,068
$524,878
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.82 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
6,712
Year built
1985
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10750128
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 Gate, Gate/Door Opener, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 16
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-In Closet, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Shower Over Tub, Double Sinks, Marble, Updated Bath(s), Full on Ground Floor, Primary (Stall Shower(s))
Room Information
Great Room, Formal Entry
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Formal Dining Room
Pool Description: In-Ground, Sweep, Pool/Spa Combo, Spa - In Ground
Property Features
Amenities: Walk-In Closet, Vaulted Ceiling, Garden Window(s), High Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,044
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Horse Property Description: Unimproved
Property Primary ID: 366641
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 2.818
Lot Description: Grade (Mostly 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: Walls Insulated, Tankless Water Heater, Thermostat Controller, Double Pane Windows
Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: 0
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy 1 South, exit Freedom Blvd, go left over the freeway onto Freedom Blvd. Make a left onto Hames Road. At the Stop sign, go left onto Pleasant Valley Road. Take Pleasant Valley all the way to the corner of Villa Manzanal and Pleasant Valley.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,712
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.82 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10750128
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
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Schools
Bradley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 89° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.58M – $3.13M
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