Let's go to the beach! Just a short stroll to the neighborhood path to Hidden Beach and miles of white, sandy beaches, this well-maintained home offers a light-filled open floorplan with open loft/office area, separate dining, living and family rooms plus 3 large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The kitchen is well-equipped with modern conveniences, including a built-in oven range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator and breakfast bar. The primary suite with private deck provides a tranquil retreat, while the high and vaulted ceilings throughout enhance the home's sense of light and space. The home boasts practical energy features like ceiling and wall insulation and double pane windows. Additional amenities include a warming fireplace, central forced air heating, and inside laundry facilities. Walk down the beach to the Seascape resort path and enjoy a meal or beverage on the outside patio. And pat yourself on the back: You're making a wise investment in a prime, beach area location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
4,530 sq ftLot Size
$930Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kelley Trousdale•DRE #01113597• Santa Cruz Estates
Contact: 831-566-7070
Bought with Joe Wright•DRE #00865000• Bailey Properties
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82029947
Feb 17, 2026
Sold
$1,385,000
$762/sq ft
Feb 17, 2026
Sold
$1,385,000
$762/sq ft
Jan 14, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 1, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Dec 28, 2025
Listed
$1,395,000
$768/sq ft
Dec 27, 2025
Listed
$1,395,000
$768/sq ft
+38
Let's go to the beach! Just a short stroll to the neighborhood path to Hidden Beach and miles of white, sandy beaches, this well-maintained home offers a light-filled open floorplan with open loft/office area, separate dining, living and family rooms plus 3 large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The kitchen is well-equipped with modern conveniences, including a built-in oven range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator and breakfast bar. The primary suite with private deck provides a tranquil retreat, while the high and vaulted ceilings throughout enhance the home's sense of light and space. The home boasts practical energy features like ceiling and wall insulation and double pane windows. Additional amenities include a warming fireplace, central forced air heating, and inside laundry facilities. Walk down the beach to the Seascape resort path and enjoy a meal or beverage on the outside patio. And pat yourself on the back: You're making a wise investment in a prime, beach area location!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80514715
Dec 27, 2025
Listing Removed
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Public Records
May 11, 2016
Sold
$666,000
$367/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80528474
Jul 12, 2005
Sold
$819,000
$451/sq ft
Jul 12, 2005
Listing Removed
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Jun 20, 2005
Sold
$819,000
$451/sq ft
May 25, 2005
Listed
$819,000
$451/sq ft
May 25, 2005
Listed
$819,000
$451/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 14, 1987
Sold
$83,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 1985
Sold
$2,920,000
$1,607/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 29, 1984
Sold
$2,300,000
$1,266/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,520 (+8.0%)
$473,519 + $314,594
$788,113
2024
$9,743 (+2.2%)
$464,234 + $308,426
$772,660
2023
$9,533 (+2.3%)
$464,234 + $308,426
$772,660
2022
$9,320 (+3.3%)
$455,132 + $302,378
$757,510
2021
$9,025 (+1.7%)
$446,208 + $296,449
$742,657
2020
$8,872 (+1.8%)
$437,458 + $290,636
$728,094
2019
$8,714 (+2.8%)
$432,973 + $287,656
$720,629
2018
$8,478 (+0.9%)
$424,483 + $282,016
$706,499
2017
$8,399 (−12.7%)
$578,623 + $385,751
$964,374
2016
$9,621 (+4.9%)
$578,623 + $385,751
$964,374
2015
$9,170 (+10.5%)
$478,402 + $318,933
$797,335
2014
$8,300 (+14.1%)
$406,596 + $271,064
$677,660
2013
$7,277 (+6.7%)
$406,596 + $271,064
$677,660
2012
$6,818 (−5.5%)
$347,518 + $231,679
$579,197
2011
$7,215 (−1.8%)
$334,152 + $222,768
$556,920
2010
$7,346 (+0.3%)
$358,722 + $239,148
$597,870
2009
$7,322 (−16.1%)
$368,550 + $245,700
$614,250
2008
$8,730
$368,550 + $245,700
$614,250
Tax history for 303 Dry Creek Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,520 (+8.0%)
$473,519 + $314,594
$788,113
2024
$9,743 (+2.2%)
$464,234 + $308,426
$772,660
2023
$9,533 (+2.3%)
$464,234 + $308,426
$772,660
2022
$9,320 (+3.3%)
$455,132 + $302,378
$757,510
2021
$9,025 (+1.7%)
$446,208 + $296,449
$742,657
2020
$8,872 (+1.8%)
$437,458 + $290,636
$728,094
2019
$8,714 (+2.8%)
$432,973 + $287,656
$720,629
2018
$8,478 (+0.9%)
$424,483 + $282,016
$706,499
2017
$8,399 (−12.7%)
$578,623 + $385,751
$964,374
2016
$9,621 (+4.9%)
$578,623 + $385,751
$964,374
2015
$9,170 (+10.5%)
$478,402 + $318,933
$797,335
2014
$8,300 (+14.1%)
$406,596 + $271,064
$677,660
2013
$7,277 (+6.7%)
$406,596 + $271,064
$677,660
2012
$6,818 (−5.5%)
$347,518 + $231,679
$579,197
2011
$7,215 (−1.8%)
$334,152 + $222,768
$556,920
2010
$7,346 (+0.3%)
$358,722 + $239,148
$597,870
2009
$7,322 (−16.1%)
$368,550 + $245,700
$614,250
2008
$8,730
$368,550 + $245,700
$614,250
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,530 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
1,817
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
05315101
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, 2+ Showers Over Tubs
Room Information
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Tile), Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range (Built-In), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas), Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Greenbelt, Neighborhood
Fencing: Fenced Back, Gate, Wood
Roof: Composition, Tar and Gravel
Yard/Grounds: Deck, Fenced
Building Information
Style: Traditional
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,817
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 456675
Lot Information
Lot Description: Grade (Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-4
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Walls Insulated
Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters, Public Utilities
Take Rio del Mar exit off Highway 1 to beach. Stay to right onto Rio del Mar Blvd. Take a left at second stop sign onto Sumner. Property is on your right at corner of Sumner and Dry Creek. Dry Creek Rd is a one way street so take the next right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,817
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,530 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 05315101
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
7 days above 85° expected this year, 14 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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Estimated sale price
$1.61M – $1.94M
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