Opportunity knocks! A 2 mile drive from the heart of Aptos Village brings you to this easily accessed parcel of almost 10 acres in a quiet enclave of tastefully designed homes. Realizing your rural dream will be a breeze: an approved building envelope, water supply, electricity and high speed internet via fiber or cable available at the lot line, substantial paved parking, water storage tank and a fenced and nicely terraced garden area are already in place here. Zoning allows a primary residence of any size and an accessory dwelling of up to 1200 square feet, subject to county approval, of course. Stunning forest and valley views, no through traffic and an uncommonly peaceful setting are yours to enjoy. The vibrant atmosphere of nearby Aptos Village includes landmark businesses New Leaf Market, Mentone restaurant, Penny Ice Creamery, Cat and Cloud Coffee and dozens more. Just past the village, Aptos Beach Road brings you miles of sand at Rio Del Mar State Beach. Or a turn up Aptos Creek Road offers the iconic hiking and biking of Nisene Marks State Park. This rare land offering provides you a chance to dwell in nature without remote and isolated living. Seize it!
Vacant landProperty Type
9.78 acresLot Size
$42,127Price/Acres
Listed by Michael Johnson•DRE #00892296• Bailey Properties
Contact: 831-251-4718
Bought with Adrienne West•DRE #02347011• CENTURY 21 Masters
Opportunity knocks! A 2 mile drive from the heart of Aptos Village brings you to this easily accessed parcel of almost 10 acres in a quiet enclave of tastefully designed homes. Realizing your rural dream will be a breeze: an approved building envelope, water supply, electricity and high speed internet via fiber or cable available at the lot line, substantial paved parking, water storage tank and a fenced and nicely terraced garden area are already in place here. Zoning allows a primary residence of any size and an accessory dwelling of up to 1200 square feet, subject to county approval, of course. Stunning forest and valley views, no through traffic and an uncommonly peaceful setting are yours to enjoy. The vibrant atmosphere of nearby Aptos Village includes landmark businesses New Leaf Market, Mentone restaurant, Penny Ice Creamery, Cat and Cloud Coffee and dozens more. Just past the village, Aptos Beach Road brings you miles of sand at Rio Del Mar State Beach. Or a turn up Aptos Creek Road offers the iconic hiking and biking of Nisene Marks State Park. This rare land offering provides you a chance to dwell in nature without remote and isolated living. Seize it!
MLSListings #ML81134153
Oct 28, 2011
Sold
$285,000
Oct 24, 2011
Pending
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Sep 27, 2011
Pending
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Aug 4, 2011
Listed
$325,000
MLSListings #ML80116877
Jul 7, 2002
Sold
$169,900
Mar 20, 2002
Listing Removed
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Mar 31, 2001
Listed
$169,900
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Mar 8, 2026.
R-1-10
Single-Family Residential District 10,000 net developable square feet per dwelling unit
To provide for areas of predominantly single-family residential development in areas which are currently developed to an urban density or which are inside the urban services line or rural services line and have a full range of urban services, or are planned for a full range of urban services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Park & open space
Property details
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods, Hills, Valley
Fencing: Partial Fencing
Building Information
Subclass: Residential Lot
Property Features
Communication: Cable TV, Fiber Ready
Property Information
Development Status: Final Map Approved, Improvements (Other)
Present Use: Vacant
Property Primary ID: 708466
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 9.776
Lot Description: Grade (Hillside), Grade (Varies), Surveyed
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: A, SU
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Electricity (Available at Street)
Water Information
Water: Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Location Information
From Aptos Village, take Trout Gulch Rd. Bear right at the Y onto Valencia Rd. Turn left at Ross/Robideaux and go downhill. Turn right on Baker, about 1 mile up the lot is on the left, with parking pad, just past 781 Baker. For GPS, use 781 Baker.
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Santa Cruz County
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Home facts updated by county records on Mar 8, 2026
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Around this home
Schools
Valencia Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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Climate risks
9/10 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, 13 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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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Aptos. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
4.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$401,000 – $485,000
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