Nestled in the redwoods on 2.8 acres of forest this home is just minutes to town and the ocean. The house is 3,290 square feet and has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and includes a 3 car garage and 3 bonus rooms. The grounds have landscaped gardens, decks, walking paths, a redwood cathedral and creek side sitting. Hiking, biking, fishing, surfing, catch a movie, grab a cup of coffee, or if you live here just stay home and enjoy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
2.82 acresLot Size
$615Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Shanne Carvalho•DRE #01339231• Century 21 MM
Contact: 831-588-2374
Bought with Debra Crawford•DRE #01939669• CENTURY 21 Masters
Aptos Bliss. .Open house Sat/Sun 1-4pm. A truly special property on a sundrenched 2.4 acre park-like setting with 4 season garden amazing views & meticulously maintained retreat like home. Great floorplan,
Public Records
Apr 30, 1992
Sold
$425,000
$129/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 26, 1984
Sold
$313,000
$95/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 1983
Sold
$138,500
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1980
Sold
$45,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,775 (+7.4%)
$1,035,823 + $443,924
$1,479,747
2024
$16,549 (+2.6%)
$1,015,513 + $435,220
$1,450,733
2023
$16,124 (+1.9%)
$1,015,513 + $435,220
$1,450,733
2022
$15,830 (+2.5%)
$995,601 + $426,686
$1,422,287
2021
$15,446 (+1.5%)
$976,079 + $418,320
$1,394,399
2020
$15,218 (+2.9%)
$956,940 + $410,117
$1,367,057
2019
$14,790 (+2.6%)
$947,128 + $405,912
$1,353,040
2018
$14,417 (+0.7%)
$928,557 + $397,953
$1,326,510
2017
$14,310 (+2.7%)
$892,500 + $382,500
$1,275,000
2016
$13,934 (+3.6%)
$892,500 + $382,500
$1,275,000
2015
$13,445 (+11.0%)
$875,000 + $375,000
$1,250,000
2014
$12,113 (+15.5%)
$612,294 + $463,357
$1,075,651
2013
$10,489 (+7.2%)
$612,294 + $463,357
$1,075,651
2012
$9,787 (−6.4%)
$523,328 + $396,032
$919,360
2011
$10,451 (−2.1%)
$503,200 + $380,800
$884,000
2010
$10,673
$540,200 + $408,800
$949,000
2009
$10,675 (−27.0%)
$555,000 + $420,000
$975,000
2008
$14,615
$555,000 + $420,000
$975,000
Tax history for 450 Bear Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,775 (+7.4%)
$1,035,823 + $443,924
$1,479,747
2024
$16,549 (+2.6%)
$1,015,513 + $435,220
$1,450,733
2023
$16,124 (+1.9%)
$1,015,513 + $435,220
$1,450,733
2022
$15,830 (+2.5%)
$995,601 + $426,686
$1,422,287
2021
$15,446 (+1.5%)
$976,079 + $418,320
$1,394,399
2020
$15,218 (+2.9%)
$956,940 + $410,117
$1,367,057
2019
$14,790 (+2.6%)
$947,128 + $405,912
$1,353,040
2018
$14,417 (+0.7%)
$928,557 + $397,953
$1,326,510
2017
$14,310 (+2.7%)
$892,500 + $382,500
$1,275,000
2016
$13,934 (+3.6%)
$892,500 + $382,500
$1,275,000
2015
$13,445 (+11.0%)
$875,000 + $375,000
$1,250,000
2014
$12,113 (+15.5%)
$612,294 + $463,357
$1,075,651
2013
$10,489 (+7.2%)
$612,294 + $463,357
$1,075,651
2012
$9,787 (−6.4%)
$523,328 + $396,032
$919,360
2011
$10,451 (−2.1%)
$503,200 + $380,800
$884,000
2010
$10,673
$540,200 + $408,800
$949,000
2009
$10,675 (−27.0%)
$555,000 + $420,000
$975,000
2008
$14,615
$555,000 + $420,000
$975,000
*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
2.82 Acres
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
3,290
Year built
1983
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10514135
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, Parking Area
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, In-Law Unit, Laundry Room, Other (See Remarks)
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Electric), Countertop (Granite), Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island with Sink, Oven (Built-In), Oven (Double), Refrigerator(s), Skylight(s), Warming Drawer
Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Amenities: Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,290
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 186876
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 2.819
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: Double Pane Windows, Tankless Water Heater
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,290
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.82 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10514135
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Valencia Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
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Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 88° 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
$1.92M – $2.33M
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