Tucked away in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, 118 Zils Road offers the perfect blend of rural charm and coastal living. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features just under 1,800 square feet of living space on a generous 1/3-acre lot. The reverse floor plan takes full advantage of its elevated position, offering a peek of the ocean and lovely natural light throughout the main living area. The home is solid and well-maintained, with classic touches that offer a blank canvas for your modern vision. Step outside and enjoy the serenity of a spacious yard, the quiet of country surroundings, and the unbeatable perk of nearby beach path access, just a short walk from your front door. You'll also love the easy access to Highway 1, making it a breeze to head north to Santa Cruz or south to Monterey for work or play. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat, a place to put down roots, or a flexible work-from-home escape, 118 Zils Road offers laid-back living with just the right touch of ocean air.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$661Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Christy Whiting Wohlert•DRE #02154445• David Lyng Real Estate
Contact: 831-218-5911
Bought with Darcy Thole•DRE #01998875• David Lyng Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82007329
May 16, 2025
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML82007355
Jun 9, 2025
Sold
$1,100,000
$619/sq ft
Jun 9, 2025
Sold
$1,100,000
$619/sq ft
Jun 2, 2025
Pending
—
May 25, 2025
Pending
—
May 25, 2025
Contingent
—
May 16, 2025
Listed
$995,000
$560/sq ft
May 16, 2025
Listed
$995,000
$560/sq ft
+32
Tucked away in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, 118 Zils Road offers the perfect blend of rural charm and coastal living. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features just under 1,800 square feet of living space on a generous 1/3-acre lot. The reverse floor plan takes full advantage of its elevated position, offering a peek of the ocean and lovely natural light throughout the main living area. The home is solid and well-maintained, with classic touches that offer a blank canvas for your modern vision. Step outside and enjoy the serenity of a spacious yard, the quiet of country surroundings, and the unbeatable perk of nearby beach path access, just a short walk from your front door. You'll also love the easy access to Highway 1, making it a breeze to head north to Santa Cruz or south to Monterey for work or play. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat, a place to put down roots, or a flexible work-from-home escape, 118 Zils Road offers laid-back living with just the right touch of ocean air.
Public Records
Oct 17, 1979
Sold
$120,000
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 27, 1978
Sold
$25,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,605 (+12.6%)
$108,798 + $157,659
$266,457
2024
$3,201 (+1.8%)
$106,665 + $154,568
$261,233
2023
$3,144 (+2.0%)
$106,665 + $154,568
$261,233
2022
$3,081 (+6.2%)
$104,574 + $151,537
$256,111
2021
$2,902 (+1.4%)
$102,523 + $148,566
$251,089
2020
$2,862 (+1.6%)
$100,513 + $145,653
$246,166
2019
$2,816 (+2.4%)
$99,482 + $144,159
$243,641
2018
$2,750 (+0.7%)
$97,532 + $141,333
$238,865
2017
$2,730 (+2.5%)
$93,744 + $135,844
$229,588
2016
$2,663 (+2.1%)
$93,744 + $135,844
$229,588
2015
$2,608 (+2.1%)
$91,906 + $133,180
$225,086
2014
$2,555 (−0.4%)
$88,752 + $128,610
$217,362
2013
$2,565 (+4.8%)
$88,752 + $128,610
$217,362
2012
$2,447 (+2.1%)
$88,351 + $128,029
$216,380
2011
$2,395 (+1.2%)
$86,619 + $125,519
$212,138
2010
$2,367 (−0.2%)
$84,921 + $123,058
$207,979
2009
$2,373 (+2.4%)
$84,286 + $122,138
$206,424
2008
$2,318
$84,486 + $122,428
$206,914
Tax history for 118 Zils Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,605 (+12.6%)
$108,798 + $157,659
$266,457
2024
$3,201 (+1.8%)
$106,665 + $154,568
$261,233
2023
$3,144 (+2.0%)
$106,665 + $154,568
$261,233
2022
$3,081 (+6.2%)
$104,574 + $151,537
$256,111
2021
$2,902 (+1.4%)
$102,523 + $148,566
$251,089
2020
$2,862 (+1.6%)
$100,513 + $145,653
$246,166
2019
$2,816 (+2.4%)
$99,482 + $144,159
$243,641
2018
$2,750 (+0.7%)
$97,532 + $141,333
$238,865
2017
$2,730 (+2.5%)
$93,744 + $135,844
$229,588
2016
$2,663 (+2.1%)
$93,744 + $135,844
$229,588
2015
$2,608 (+2.1%)
$91,906 + $133,180
$225,086
2014
$2,555 (−0.4%)
$88,752 + $128,610
$217,362
2013
$2,565 (+4.8%)
$88,752 + $128,610
$217,362
2012
$2,447 (+2.1%)
$88,351 + $128,029
$216,380
2011
$2,395 (+1.2%)
$86,619 + $125,519
$212,138
2010
$2,367 (−0.2%)
$84,921 + $123,058
$207,979
2009
$2,373 (+2.4%)
$84,286 + $122,138
$206,424
2008
$2,318
$84,486 + $122,428
$206,914
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,777
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
04623127
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
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
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room Information
Dining Room Description: No Formal Dining Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Attached
Concrete Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,777
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 729236
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.28
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: Septic Standard
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Private/Mutual
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,777
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 04623127
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
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Schools
Valencia Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 5.4mi
8/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 84° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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9 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.12M – $1.35M
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