OFF MARKET

Off Market Jun 2021 for $945K

$1,185,599

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,379/mo

•

1,296

sq ft

3946 Porter Gulch Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

About this home

Fantastic 2 bed, 1 bath home w/ bonus room, & separate 1 Bed, 1 bath studio/office nestled amongst majestic redwoods. At approx. 1 mile from Soquel Drive, enjoy all the benefits of nature mixed w/ all the conveniences of being just minutes to Cabrillo College, Soquel Village & New Brighton State Beach! Manicured grounds, ample deck for entertaining guests, & inviting corners to enjoy nature. Once inside, notice the open concept great room w/ high vaulted ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, + large skylights & ceiling-high windows to maximize ambient light. A cozy wood-burning stove greets as you pass into a chef's quality kitchen complete w/ stainless-steel appliances, gorgeous butcher block & granite counters, & elegant breakfast bar. Ground floor bedroom, bonus room, & stylish bathroom w/ clawfoot tub complete the first floor. While upstairs is a reading nook & second bedroom w/ private deck & ample closet. Detached office is perfect for working from home & is tastefully finished

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

8,843 sq ftLot Size

$915Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Robert Deacon •DRE #00578842 • Monterey Bay Properties

Contact: 831-464-5245

Bought with Shereen Benson •DRE #01312866 • Bailey Properties

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81838588

Redfin Estimate

$1,185,599

$241K since sold in June 2021$18K since August

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This home's estimate is 17% lower than the average sale price ($1.43M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,615,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,241 sq ft
6388 Forehand Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,375,000
B
3 beds2 baths989 sq ft
915 Pinetree Ln, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$1,380,400
C
3 beds2 baths2,037 sq ft
3250 Mulberry Dr, Soquel, CA 95073
SOLD FEB 11, 2026
$1,225,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,462 sq ft
204 Nathan Ct, Soquel, CA 95073
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$1,550,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,309 sq ft
145 Buck Ct, Soquel, CA 95073

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$3,606/mo

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Market trends in 95003, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.7%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$44K MoM

Avg. days on market

28d

4 days MoM

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1 MoM

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Main house has bedroom and full bath on first floor with a second bedroom upstairs plus a loft area. Second bathroom is located in the detached workshop.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 3946 Porter Gulch Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81838588

Jun 2, 2021

Sold

$945,000

$729/sq ft

Apr 22, 2021

Contingent

—

Apr 12, 2021

Listed

$899,000

$694/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 3, 2015

Sold

$650,000

$502/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81453144

Mar 7, 2015

Contingent

—

Mar 7, 2015

Sold

$650,000

$502/sq ft

Mar 3, 2015

Listed

$599,000

$462/sq ft

+32

Tranquility awaits with this home in the serene Aptos redwoods. This airy home features vaulted ceilings, large picturesque windows, and a recently updated kitchen. An over-sized deck and a cozy fire pit are the perfect place to relax and enjoy the natural landscape around you. Only a short drive to shopping and plenty of on-street parking make this a convenient hidden retreat. Soquel Unified School District

Public Records

Mar 12, 2004

Sold

$539,000

$416/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80375443

Mar 12, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Feb 23, 2004

Sold

$539,000

$416/sq ft

Feb 4, 2004

Listed

$549,000

$424/sq ft

MLSListings #ML89950388

Feb 24, 2000

Sold

$339,500

$262/sq ft

Jan 25, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Dec 2, 1999

Listed

$339,500

$262/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 22, 1996

Sold

$220,500

$170/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 16, 1996

Sold

$184,500

$142/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 15, 1980

Sold

$45,000

$35/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 6, 1970

Sold

$13,000

$10/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,522 (+8.0%)

$242,726 + $84,954

$327,680

2024

$4,187 (+2.0%)

$237,967 + $83,289

$321,256

2023

$4,107 (−63.6%)

$237,967 + $83,289

$321,256

2022

$11,292 (+34.4%)

$233,301 + $81,656

$314,957

2021

$8,401 (+0.8%)

$714,000 + $249,900

$963,900

2020

$8,334 (+2.3%)

$582,920 + $138,791

$721,711

2019

$8,148 (+1.3%)

$576,943 + $137,367

$714,310

2018

$8,042 (+1.2%)

$565,630 + $134,674

$700,304

2017

$7,946 (+5.9%)

$543,666 + $129,444

$673,110

2016

$7,504 (+13.9%)

$543,666 + $129,444

$673,110

2015

$6,586 (+10.1%)

$533,006 + $126,906

$659,912

2014

$5,983 (+15.0%)

$311,501 + $213,183

$524,684

2013

$5,201 (+3.5%)

$311,501 + $213,183

$524,684

2012

$5,024 (−4.3%)

$266,240 + $182,208

$448,448

2011

$5,251 (−3.8%)

$256,000 + $175,200

$431,200

2010

$5,461 (−0.3%)

$268,800 + $183,960

$452,760

2009

$5,479 (−17.1%)

$281,600 + $192,720

$474,320

2008

$6,611

$281,600 + $192,720

$474,320

Tax history for 3946 Porter Gulch Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,522 (+8.0%)

$242,726 + $84,954

$327,680

2024

$4,187 (+2.0%)

$237,967 + $83,289

$321,256

2023

$4,107 (−63.6%)

$237,967 + $83,289

$321,256

2022

$11,292 (+34.4%)

$233,301 + $81,656

$314,957

2021

$8,401 (+0.8%)

$714,000 + $249,900

$963,900

2020

$8,334 (+2.3%)

$582,920 + $138,791

$721,711

2019

$8,148 (+1.3%)

$576,943 + $137,367

$714,310

2018

$8,042 (+1.2%)

$565,630 + $134,674

$700,304

2017

$7,946 (+5.9%)

$543,666 + $129,444

$673,110

2016

$7,504 (+13.9%)

$543,666 + $129,444

$673,110

2015

$6,586 (+10.1%)

$533,006 + $126,906

$659,912

2014

$5,983 (+15.0%)

$311,501 + $213,183

$524,684

2013

$5,201 (+3.5%)

$311,501 + $213,183

$524,684

2012

$5,024 (−4.3%)

$266,240 + $182,208

$448,448

2011

$5,251 (−3.8%)

$256,000 + $175,200

$431,200

2010

$5,461 (−0.3%)

$268,800 + $183,960

$452,760

2009

$5,479 (−17.1%)

$281,600 + $192,720

$474,320

2008

$6,611

$281,600 + $192,720

$474,320

*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

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,843 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1990

Sq. Ft.

1,296

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

04006106

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
Parking Description: Off-Street Parking
Parking Spaces: 4

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower

Room Information
Artist Studio, Den/Study/Office
Dining Room Description: Dining "L", Dining Bar
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop (Granite), Countertop (Other), Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range (Built-In, Gas), Refrigerator(s)
Other

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

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Stove
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Propane, Wall Furnace

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Barbecue Area, Deck, Fenced

Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter and Slab

Property Features
Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,296

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 193429

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.203
Lot Description: Grade (Mostly Level), Grade (Varies)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
Utilities: Propane On Site

Water Information
Water: Well (Shared)

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2

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

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,296
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,843 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 04006106

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Main Street Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi

7/10

New Brighton Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

7/10

Soquel High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

5/10 Fire Factor

7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 86° expected this year, 9 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 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.13M – $1.36M

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Home values near 3946 Porter Gulch Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3856 Porter Gulch Road, Aptos, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2236 Sq. Ft.	$1,653,014
3920 Porter Gulch Road, Aptos, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1090 Sq. Ft.	$998,342

Address	Redfin Estimate
3896 Porter Gulch Road, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1307 Sq. Ft.	$1,448,327
3980 Porter Gulch Road, Aptos, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2870 Sq. Ft.	$1,858,466

Address	Redfin Estimate
3912 Porter Gulch Road, Aptos, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 723 Sq. Ft.	$939,168
3714 Porter Gulch Road, Aptos, CA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1887 Sq. Ft.	$1,520,240

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