Welcome to 33 Bear Valley Ridge! This is the property you've been waiting for - a once in a lifetime, rare, sunny ridge-top property with views in all directions and out every window! Every corner of this stunning mountain-top Mediterranean property will take your breath away. Only 10 min from the beach and downtown Aptos, yet with the sense of a private estate in wine country. You won't get tired of the gorgeous 10 min drive from town that ushers you through soaring redwoods, lush orchards, picturesque barns, the historic Valencia Hall, Glaum Ranch, and past vineyards before you arrive at your private, gated drive. The well thought-out floor plan positions the main living areas in a separate wing from the bedrooms. As you enter, you'll be greeted by the grand great-room with vaulted cedar-plank ceilings centered around a towering wood-burning fireplace that produces a warm & cozy sensation on any given evening. Private primary-suite overlooking the pool deck. 3/4 bedrooms flank the pool deck for a seamless transition to the recreational aspect of the property. This rare & sunny ridge-top provides all-day sun. Generac generator system, Starlink high-speed network, well with storage tanks, and so much more. The quality of life at this property is unmatched, absolutely a must see.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$849Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brian Brunetti•DRE #02028412• Sotheby’s International Realty
Contact: 831-239-9890
Bought with Loren Morse•DRE #02115062• eXp Realty of California Inc
Hmm- "The Resort Like/Santa Barbara Style Oasis" you've been Looking For! Ridge-top with the Redwoods. Drift asleep to the tranquil forest sounds & wake up to panoramic mountain views above the fog. A Superior Ledger Stone Fireplace will warm your winters, maxing "Cozy Meters" to Levels you don't Even Know About Yet! Feeling TROPICAL? Lounge Poolside in an Often microclimatic Locale. A Luxurious & GATED Estate offering ULTIMATE Privacy just 7min to freeways/10min to Beaches. The Nature-enthusiast's Dream!
Public Records
Jul 14, 1995
Sold
$140,000
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 30, 1984
Sold
$102,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,327 (+53.4%)
$1,770,000 + $925,000
$2,695,000
2024
$20,422 (+1.5%)
$1,247,630 + $580,293
$1,827,923
2023
$20,111 (+1.8%)
$1,247,630 + $580,293
$1,827,923
2022
$19,750 (+2.3%)
$1,223,167 + $568,915
$1,792,082
2021
$19,305 (+1.5%)
$1,199,183 + $557,760
$1,756,943
2020
$19,018 (+2.6%)
$1,175,670 + $546,823
$1,722,493
2019
$18,539 (+2.6%)
$1,163,615 + $541,216
$1,704,831
2018
$18,071 (+0.7%)
$1,140,799 + $530,604
$1,671,403
2017
$17,938 (+2.7%)
$1,096,500 + $510,000
$1,606,500
2016
$17,465 (+123.1%)
$1,096,500 + $510,000
$1,606,500
2015
$7,827 (+2.2%)
$1,075,000 + $500,000
$1,575,000
2014
$7,660 (−0.4%)
$196,370 + $473,923
$670,293
2013
$7,692 (+5.1%)
$196,370 + $473,923
$670,293
2012
$7,317 (+2.3%)
$195,483 + $471,781
$667,264
2011
$7,155 (+1.3%)
$191,650 + $462,530
$654,180
2010
$7,066 (−0.2%)
$187,892 + $453,461
$641,353
2009
$7,083 (+2.5%)
$186,488 + $450,072
$636,560
2008
$6,909
$186,931 + $451,141
$638,072
Tax history for 33 Bear Valley Rdg
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,327 (+53.4%)
$1,770,000 + $925,000
$2,695,000
2024
$20,422 (+1.5%)
$1,247,630 + $580,293
$1,827,923
2023
$20,111 (+1.8%)
$1,247,630 + $580,293
$1,827,923
2022
$19,750 (+2.3%)
$1,223,167 + $568,915
$1,792,082
2021
$19,305 (+1.5%)
$1,199,183 + $557,760
$1,756,943
2020
$19,018 (+2.6%)
$1,175,670 + $546,823
$1,722,493
2019
$18,539 (+2.6%)
$1,163,615 + $541,216
$1,704,831
2018
$18,071 (+0.7%)
$1,140,799 + $530,604
$1,671,403
2017
$17,938 (+2.7%)
$1,096,500 + $510,000
$1,606,500
2016
$17,465 (+123.1%)
$1,096,500 + $510,000
$1,606,500
2015
$7,827 (+2.2%)
$1,075,000 + $500,000
$1,575,000
2014
$7,660 (−0.4%)
$196,370 + $473,923
$670,293
2013
$7,692 (+5.1%)
$196,370 + $473,923
$670,293
2012
$7,317 (+2.3%)
$195,483 + $471,781
$667,264
2011
$7,155 (+1.3%)
$191,650 + $462,530
$654,180
2010
$7,066 (−0.2%)
$187,892 + $453,461
$641,353
2009
$7,083 (+2.5%)
$186,488 + $450,072
$636,560
2008
$6,909
$186,931 + $451,141
$638,072
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.6 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
3,270
Year built
1997
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10514143
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Detached, Electric Gate, Gate/Door Opener, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 10
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Stall Shower, Tub w/Jets, Updated Bath(s)
Room Information
Great Room, Library, Loft, Attic, Formal Entry, Laundry Room
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area in Living Room, No Formal Dining Room, Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Eat in Kitchen
Style: Country English, Luxury, Mediterranean, Spanish
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Quake Bracing, Piling, Combination, Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab, Crawl Space
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Heated, Cover, Sweep, Spa/Hot Tub
Property Features
Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet, High Ceiling
Communication: Satellite Dish, Audio/Video Prewired, Other (See Remarks)
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,270
Security Features: Fire System (Sprinkler), Secured Garage/Parking
Property Information
Property Faces: West
Property Primary ID: 709351
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.601
Lot Description: Views, Grade (Varies), Grade (Mostly Level), Private/Secluded
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: SU
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star HVAC, Energy Star Lighting, Insulation (Floor), Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Tankless Water Heater, Thermostat Controller, Walls Insulated
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Generator, Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Well, Storage Tank
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,270
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.6 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10514143
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Valencia Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° 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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Historical weather
Aptos, CA • 95003
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.64M – $3.19M
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