Wonderful opportunity to build in an exclusive neighborhood in Aptos. , The lot is located down a private road surrounded by Nisene Marks and Aptos Park. This lovely lot with the perfect mix of sun and shade. This gem is ready to make that dream a little bit easier for you to turn into a reality. Room for gardens, chickens, goats and ponies. Plans available for a 4 bedroom house, well on site but Soquel Creek Water and power connections close. Seller has done a lot of work to get this permit ready. Enjoy hiking trails close by and quiet living. Hike, bike, live. Only a few minutes to town, Cabrillo College, Aptos Village and Mar Vista Elementary School. . Buyer should verify all info.
Vacant landProperty Type
2.02 acresLot Size
$255,303Price/Acres
Listed by Christine Clayton•DRE #01407021• Anderson Christie, Inc.
Contact: 831-588-8078
Bought with Christine Clayton•DRE #01407021• Anderson Christie, Inc.
Back on the Market! Your 2nd chance to look at this sunny meadow surrounded by trees on 2+ acres in Aptos. Adjacent to Nisene Marks State Park, on a cul de sac, at the end of a private the road, just minutes to town. Geology and Soils Engineering Reports completed, Septic permit for 5 bedroom house, 300 ft well. Owner financing available.
SDMLS #301798790
Oct 3, 2017
Sold
$269,000
Apr 8, 2015
Listed
$319,000
Back on the Market! Your 2nd chance to look at this sunny meadow surrounded by trees on 2+ acres in Aptos. Adjacent to Nisene Marks State Park, on a cul de sac, at the end of a private the road, just minutes to town. Geology and Soils Engineering Reports completed, Septic permit for 5 bedroom house, 300 ft well. Owner financing available.
Back on the Market! Your 2nd chance to look at this sunny meadow surrounded by trees on 2+ acres in Aptos. Adjacent to Nisene Marks State Park, on a cul de sac, at the end of a private the road, just minutes to town. Geology and Soils Engineering Reports completed, Septic permit for 5 bedroom house, 300 ft well. Owner financing available.
Public Records
Dec 4, 2003
Sold
$304,500
Public Records
May 16, 1973
Sold
$10,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,167 (+8.8%)
$432,973
2024
$4,751 (+1.5%)
$424,483
2023
$4,680 (+1.8%)
$424,483
2022
$4,597 (+41.6%)
$416,160
2021
$3,247 (+1.5%)
$408,000
2020
$3,199 (+2.9%)
$282,767
2019
$3,110 (+2.6%)
$279,868
2018
$3,031 (−27.9%)
$274,380
2017
$4,204
$373,034
Tax history for 985 Mesa Grande Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,167 (+8.8%)
$432,973
2024
$4,751 (+1.5%)
$424,483
2023
$4,680 (+1.8%)
$424,483
2022
$4,597 (+41.6%)
$416,160
2021
$3,247 (+1.5%)
$408,000
2020
$3,199 (+2.9%)
$282,767
2019
$3,110 (+2.6%)
$279,868
2018
$3,031 (−27.9%)
$274,380
2017
$4,204
$373,034
*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
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.02 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
04009121
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RA
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
Interior
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Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Greenbelt
Building Information
Subclass: Residential Lot
Property Information
Development Status: Have Building Plans, Site Plan Approved
Horse Property: Possible
Present Use: Bare Land
Property Primary ID: 412591
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 2.016
Lot Description: Grade (Gently Sloped)
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: Community Sewer/Septic
Utilities: Electricity (Available at Street)
Water Information
Water: Water Available at Street, Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mar Vista Elementary
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Middle School: Aptos Junior High
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Location Information
Soquel Dr. to Vienna Dr. Left on Wilshire Dr. Private Rd. just past the Vienna Woods Trail head on St right Mesa Grande-Private Rd. Appointment only do not park in neighbors driveway please
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.02 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 04009121
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Mar Vista Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
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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
6 days above 86° expected this year, 11 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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In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$490,000 – $594,000
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