Experience refined coastal living in one of Aptos' most sought-after locations. You'll be just steps from Hidden BeachTrail, and seconds to Seascape Resort, Sports Club and Golf Course; and thats not to mention Deer Park Shopping Center and the boutiques, cafés, and conveniences of Aptos Village just minutes down the road. Thoughtfully reimagined with extensive upgrades throughout, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence blends timeless design with modern comfort. The remodeled kitchen and bathrooms showcase quality finishes, while radiant heated floors in both baths provide a touch of everyday luxury. Fresh interior and exterior paint, retextured walls and ceilings, new flooring, updated interior doors, and enhanced lighting create a bright, sophisticated atmosphere throughout the home. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the property features two new patio doors opening to inviting outdoor spaces, including an updated rear deck, new railings in front, refreshed front and rear landscaping, and hardscaped side yards. Additional improvements include new appliances, rebuilt entry stairs, repaired and sealed driveway, updated fascia and gutters, fencing, and numerous other upgrades that reflect pride of ownership and exceptional care.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
4,182 sq ftLot Size
$1,053Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ashley Melikian•DRE #02240238• eXp Realty of California Inc
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82050402
Jun 11, 2026
Listed
$1,388,000
$1,053/sq ft
Jun 11, 2026
Listed
$1,388,000
$1,053/sq ft
+48
Experience refined coastal living in one of Aptos' most sought-after locations. You'll be just steps from Hidden BeachTrail, and seconds to Seascape Resort, Sports Club and Golf Course; and thats not to mention Deer Park Shopping Center and the boutiques, caf s, and conveniences of Aptos Village just minutes down the road. Thoughtfully reimagined with extensive upgrades throughout, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence blends timeless design with modern comfort. The remodeled kitchen and bathrooms showcase quality finishes, while radiant heated floors in both baths provide a touch of everyday luxury. Fresh interior and exterior paint, retextured walls and ceilings, new flooring, updated interior doors, and enhanced lighting create a bright, sophisticated atmosphere throughout the home. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the property features two new patio doors opening to inviting outdoor spaces, including an updated rear deck, new railings in front, refreshed front and rear landscaping, and hardscaped side yards. Additional improvements include new appliances, rebuilt entry stairs, repaired and sealed driveway, updated fascia and gutters, fencing, and numerous other upgrades that reflect pride of ownership and exceptional care.
MLSListings #ML82021103
Nov 13, 2025
Sold
$920,000
$698/sq ft
Nov 13, 2025
Sold
$920,000
$698/sq ft
Nov 13, 2025
Sold
$920,000
$698/sq ft
Oct 14, 2025
Pending
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Oct 14, 2025
Pending
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Sep 22, 2025
Price Changed
$975,000
$740/sq ft
Sep 22, 2025
Price Changed
$975,000
$740/sq ft
Sep 11, 2025
Listed
$975,000
$740/sq ft
Sep 11, 2025
Listed
$995,000
$755/sq ft
Sep 10, 2025
Listed
$995,000
$755/sq ft
Welcome home! Your opportunity to live in Costal Aptos between Seascape and Seacliff and everything they have to offer is right here. Conveniently located near beach path access. The home has 2 Beds & 2 Baths on the same level as the Family Room and Kitchen, all perched above the parking and driveway. Sun kisses the front of the home in the afternoon including the large balcony deck off the kitchen featuring a unique feature for cat lovers - a custom "Cat-io" protected cat run accessible from the eat-in kitchen through a window screen. These same front windows have Silhouette pull-down shades to give you the option of how much sun you let in. Family Room features a vaulted exposed beam ceiling, half-height plantation shutters, gas fireplace with electric blower and wood floors. The grounds of the property include mature landscaping, a drip watering system, a French Drain to maintain water flow, a water feature in back yard outside Primary Bedroom and a back up generator down in carport next to the large unfinished storage area under the home.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80903408
Sep 10, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80937342
Sep 10, 2025
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Sep 21, 2004
Sold
$610,000
$463/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80013654
May 26, 2000
Sold
$365,000
$277/sq ft
May 26, 2000
Listing Removed
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Apr 25, 2000
Sold
$365,000
$277/sq ft
Apr 10, 2000
Listed
$365,000
$277/sq ft
Apr 10, 2000
Listed
$365,000
$277/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 28, 1975
Sold
$38,000
$29/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,143 (+7.9%)
$510,174 + $340,117
$850,291
2024
$10,324 (+2.2%)
$500,171 + $333,448
$833,619
2023
$10,104 (+2.3%)
$500,171 + $333,448
$833,619
2022
$9,880 (+3.2%)
$490,364 + $326,909
$817,273
2021
$9,575 (+1.7%)
$480,749 + $320,499
$801,248
2020
$9,413 (+1.8%)
$471,322 + $314,215
$785,537
2019
$9,244 (+2.8%)
$466,489 + $310,993
$777,482
2018
$8,993 (+0.9%)
$457,342 + $304,895
$762,237
2017
$8,908 (+5.1%)
$439,582 + $293,056
$732,638
2016
$8,473 (+5.0%)
$439,582 + $293,056
$732,638
2015
$8,068 (+10.5%)
$419,199 + $279,463
$698,662
2014
$7,302 (+14.0%)
$356,279 + $237,519
$593,798
2013
$6,404 (+6.7%)
$356,279 + $237,519
$593,798
2012
$6,002 (−3.6%)
$304,512 + $203,008
$507,520
2011
$6,225 (−3.4%)
$292,800 + $195,200
$488,000
2010
$6,446 (+0.1%)
$307,440 + $204,960
$512,400
2009
$6,437 (−15.4%)
$322,080 + $214,720
$536,800
2008
$7,605
$322,080 + $214,720
$536,800
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,182 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,318
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,318
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
04420314
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 85° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Aptos, CA • 95003
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 517 Sumner Ave
$1,375,906
$12K under list price of $1.39M
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