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Off Market Sep 2020 for $2.5M

$2,821,970

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,390/mo

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5,123

sq ft

3435 Merrill Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

About this home

Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this magnificent custom built 2012 home nestled in the Aptos hills. High vaulted ceilings with exceptional craftsmanship throughout the kitchen and living area are highlighted by lots of natural light, ocean views, formal dining area, open concept kitchen with quartzite stone countertops, two Bosch dishwashers, Monogram refrigerator, Wolf 6 burner rangetop, wood-burning pizza oven and much more! Whether you're relaxing in the steam room, walking across the warm radiant heated floors, or simply soaking in the views, you're sure to find serenity in this home. The finished basement is perfect for a wine cellar or separate living area. Ample parking for oversized vehicles outside with a detached 4 car garage, a surplus of storage upstairs, solar panels on the roof, and a carport wired for electric vehicle charging. Conveniently located within minutes of the new Aptos Village, Highway 1, Beaches, Shopping, and Restaurants.

Single-familyProperty Type

2012Year Built

1.27 acresLot Size

$551Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 car garageParking

Listed by Ryan Fontana •DRE #01907792 • Flat Rate Realty

Contact: 831-332-9786

Bought with Erik Barbic •DRE #01736370 • Sherman & Boone Realtors

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81795192

Redfin Estimate

$2,821,970

$288K since sold in September 2020$35K since July

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This home's estimate is 45.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.94M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD NOV 4, 2025
$3,095,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths4,434 sq ft
196 Mar Sereno Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$1,900,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,719 sq ft
732 Paradiso Ct, Soquel, CA 95073
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,400,000
C
5 beds3 baths2,539 sq ft
3233 Maplethorpe Ln, Soquel, CA 95073
SOLD OCT 10, 2025
$1,775,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,963 sq ft
3385 Daffodil Ct, Soquel, CA 95073
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$1,875,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,224 sq ft
1733 Wilshire Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,615,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,241 sq ft
6388 Forehand Ct, 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

New listings for sale

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$1,999,000
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$1,770,000
2 beds2.5 baths2,601 sq ft
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Sale history for 3435 Merrill Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Sep 11, 2020

Sold

$2,534,500

$495/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81795192

Sep 11, 2020

Sold

$2,534,100

$495/sq ft

Jun 26, 2020

Pending

—

Jun 11, 2020

Contingent

—

Jun 11, 2020

Price Changed

$2,575,000

$503/sq ft

Jun 4, 2020

Listed

$2,100,000

$410/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81019521

Apr 19, 2011

Sold

$680,000

$133/sq ft

Aug 8, 2010

Pending

—

Aug 5, 2010

Relisted

—

Jul 31, 2010

Price Changed

$895,000

$175/sq ft

Apr 21, 2010

Pending

—

Apr 21, 2010

Listed

$1,200,000

$234/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 17, 2004

Sold

$890,000

$174/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 14, 1999

Sold

$400,000

$78/sq ft

MLSListings #ML89816115

Jan 14, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Nov 24, 1998

Sold

$400,000

$78/sq ft

Apr 27, 1998

Listed

$475,000

$93/sq ft

Tax history for 3435 Merrill Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.27 Acres

Year renovated

2012

Sq. Ft.

5,123

Year built

2012

Style

Vacant Land

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

03715129

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Carport (Minimum): 1
Garage (Minimum): 4
Garage (Maximum): 4
Parking Description: Carport, Detached, Electric Car Hookup, Electric Gate, Gate/Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 4

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: Primary Suite/Retreat, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Marble, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Steam Shower

Room Information
Basement (Finished), Loft, Storage, Wine Cellar/Storage
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Dining Bar, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Stone), Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Island, Oven (Built-In), Refrigerator(s)

Interior Features
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Stone

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1

Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air, Heating (2+ Zones), Individual Room Controls, Radiant Floors

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Mountains, Neighborhood, Ocean
Fencing: Gate, Mixed Height/Type
Roof: Tile
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Barbecue Area, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Storage Shed/Structure

Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter

Property Features
Amenities: Bay Window, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 5,123

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 217317

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.2747
Lot Description: Subdivided, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R-1-15

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Solar Power
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned

Water Information
Water: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School District: Soquel Union Elementary
High School District: Santa Cruz City High

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,123
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.27 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 03715129

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

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Schools

Main Street Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

7/10

New Brighton Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

7/10

Soquel High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

9/10

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 86° 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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Aptos, CA • 95003

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In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.68M – $3.25M

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3D & VIDEO TOUR

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OPEN TODAY, 1PM TO 4PM3D & VIDEO TOUR

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OPEN TODAY, 12PM TO 3PM3D WALKTHROUGH

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OPEN TODAY, 12PM TO 2PM3D & VIDEO TOUR

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Home values near 3435 Merrill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3410 Merrill Road, Aptos, CA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3400 Sq. Ft.	$2,194,055
3363 Merrill Road, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1520 Sq. Ft.	$1,393,948

Address	Redfin Estimate
3415 Merrill Road, Aptos, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 895 Sq. Ft.	$1,376,412
3430 Merrill Road, Aptos, CA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3427 Sq. Ft.	$2,675,868

Address	Redfin Estimate
3375 Merrill Road Unit A, Aptos, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1100 Sq. Ft.	$1,178,407
3500 Merrill Road, Aptos, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,054,784

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