Off Market Apr 2022 for $2.5M

$2,666,187

•

3,596

sq ft

500 Bear Valley Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

About this home

This private paradise is nestled on 19 sunny acres in the Aptos hills, secluded but minutes from groceries, restaurants, & commutes. Once you're here, you may not want to leave-and you don't have to, w/ one of the five bedrooms set up as a state-of-the-art office. The architectural details combine cozy & elegant, from hardwood floors to dramatic ceilings & windows that let nature & light stream through the house. You & your guests can relax in the spacious living room around the fireplace, in the den (with its own fireplace), or head out to one of the wraparound decks or pool, hot tub, & fire pit. Your friends & family can watch you create gourmet meals in the chef-grade kitchen before you retreat upstairs to the bedrooms overlooking the open floor plan. Your main suite has its own fireplace & deck access, as well as a spa-like bathroom & walk-in closet so no matter how many friends & family are happily filling the house, you'll always have your own retreat within this private paradise.

Single-familyProperty Type

1989Year Built

19 acresLot Size

$741Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lauren Spencer •DRE #00925382 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Contact: 831-818-3723

Bought with Shawndy Linquist •DRE #02062936 • Compass

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81873686

Redfin Estimate

$2,666,187

$91K since sold in April 2022$34K since August

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This home's estimate is 47% higher than the average sale price ($1.81M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$2,400,000
A
4 beds3 baths3,672 sq ft
900 Larsen Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$2,520,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths3,725 sq ft
321 Pine Forest Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$1,570,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,700 sq ft
585 Calle Del Sol, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD MAR 2, 2026
$1,603,000
D
5 beds3 baths3,376 sq ft
284 Brooktree Ranch Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD DEC 29, 2025
$1,425,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,715 sq ft
175 Merry Ln, Aptos, CA 95003
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$1,365,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,949 sq ft
1044 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

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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

98.0%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$278 MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

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Sale history for 500 Bear Valley Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81873686

Apr 6, 2022

Sold

$2,575,000

$716/sq ft

Mar 17, 2022

Pending

—

Feb 12, 2022

Contingent

—

Jan 6, 2022

Listed

$2,700,000

$751/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81233533

Nov 9, 2012

Sold

$1,755,000

$488/sq ft

Nov 5, 2012

Pending

—

Oct 29, 2012

Pending

—

Oct 18, 2012

Price Changed

$1,749,000

$486/sq ft

Sep 10, 2012

Listed

$1,889,000

$525/sq ft

+19

Private gated country estate. The setting & 3 acres of fenced grounds are magical. 20 acres total fronting Valencia Creek. Beautifully remodeled 5 bedroom 3 bath 4020sf home with high quality finshings, fixtures, appliances. All rooms are open & light overlooking the gorgeous setting. 800 sq ft unfinished room. Pool/spa, firepit. Fabulous indoor and outdoor living. Don't miss the YouTube Video.

Public Records

Jul 30, 1997

Sold

$689,000

$192/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 31, 1990

Sold

$730,000

$203/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$27,488 (+7.4%)

$1,379,570 + $981,617

$2,361,187

2024

$25,603 (+1.5%)

$1,352,520 + $962,370

$2,314,890

2023

$25,215 (+23.3%)

$1,352,520 + $962,370

$2,314,890

2022

$20,454 (+2.3%)

$1,326,000 + $943,500

$2,269,500

2021

$19,996 (+1.5%)

$1,015,353 + $812,282

$1,827,635

2020

$19,699 (+2.6%)

$995,444 + $796,355

$1,791,799

2019

$19,194 (+2.6%)

$985,237 + $788,189

$1,773,426

2018

$18,708 (+0.8%)

$965,918 + $772,735

$1,738,653

2017

$18,568 (+2.7%)

$928,411 + $742,728

$1,671,139

2016

$18,077

$928,411 + $742,728

$1,671,139

2015

$18,066 (+2.2%)

$910,207 + $728,165

$1,638,372

2014

$17,678 (−0.5%)

$878,973 + $703,178

$1,582,151

2013

$17,761 (+91.9%)

$878,973 + $703,178

$1,582,151

2012

$9,254 (+2.3%)

$875,000 + $700,000

$1,575,000

2011

$9,047 (+1.3%)

$349,598 + $491,825

$841,423

2010

$8,933 (−0.2%)

$342,743 + $482,181

$824,924

2009

$8,956 (+2.6%)

$340,181 + $478,577

$818,758

2008

$8,733

$340,989 + $479,714

$820,703

Tax history for 500 Bear Valley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$27,488 (+7.4%)

$1,379,570 + $981,617

$2,361,187

2024

$25,603 (+1.5%)

$1,352,520 + $962,370

$2,314,890

2023

$25,215 (+23.3%)

$1,352,520 + $962,370

$2,314,890

2022

$20,454 (+2.3%)

$1,326,000 + $943,500

$2,269,500

2021

$19,996 (+1.5%)

$1,015,353 + $812,282

$1,827,635

2020

$19,699 (+2.6%)

$995,444 + $796,355

$1,791,799

2019

$19,194 (+2.6%)

$985,237 + $788,189

$1,773,426

2018

$18,708 (+0.8%)

$965,918 + $772,735

$1,738,653

2017

$18,568 (+2.7%)

$928,411 + $742,728

$1,671,139

2016

$18,077

$928,411 + $742,728

$1,671,139

2015

$18,066 (+2.2%)

$910,207 + $728,165

$1,638,372

2014

$17,678 (−0.5%)

$878,973 + $703,178

$1,582,151

2013

$17,761 (+91.9%)

$878,973 + $703,178

$1,582,151

2012

$9,254 (+2.3%)

$875,000 + $700,000

$1,575,000

2011

$9,047 (+1.3%)

$349,598 + $491,825

$841,423

2010

$8,933 (−0.2%)

$342,743 + $482,181

$824,924

2009

$8,956 (+2.6%)

$340,181 + $478,577

$818,758

2008

$8,733

$340,989 + $479,714

$820,703

*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

827,640

Year renovated

1989

Sq. Ft.

3,596

Year built

1989

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Cruz County

APN

10521113

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Green, Pool

Last updated by owner on Oct 21, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Electric Gate, Gate/Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 6

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-In Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Dual Flush Toilet, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower, Stone

Room Information
Attic, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop - Quartz, Island with Sink, Oven (Double), Oven Range (Gas), Pantry, Refrigerator(s), Wine Refrigerator

Interior Features
Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Tub/Sink, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, In Living Room, In Primary Bedroom, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 3

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air, Radiant Floors

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods, Mountains, River / Stream
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Barbecue Area, Deck, Fire Pit

Building Information
Style: Contemporary
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Stucco
Concrete Perimeter

Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Fenced, Heated, In-Ground, Spa - In Ground

Property Features
Amenities: Security Gate, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,596
Security Features: Security Alarm, Security Fence

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 349952

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 19
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: SU

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Well (Shared)

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2

School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,596
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10521113
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green, Pool

Home facts updated by owner on Oct 21, 2023

Around this home

Schools

Valencia Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.4mi

8/10

Aptos Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

5/10

Aptos High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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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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

$2.53M – $3.07M

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Home values near 500 Bear Valley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
450 Bear Valley Rd, Aptos, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3290 Sq. Ft.	$2,038,781
107 McKay Rd, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1681 Sq. Ft.	$1,247,196

Address	Redfin Estimate
425 Bear Valley Rd, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3185 Sq. Ft.	$3,176,509
109 McKay Rd, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1487 Sq. Ft.	$1,191,829

Address	Redfin Estimate
11 Bear Valley Rdg, Aptos, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3123 Sq. Ft.	$1,474,841
115 McKay Rd, Aptos, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2078 Sq. Ft.	$1,247,056

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