First time on the market in over 40 years! This charming 1950s farmhouse is rich with history and was originally the first home built on this tract of land. Once surrounded by orchards and chicken coops, it now sits within the Sunny Meadows Subdivision. The 3-bedroom house and 2-car garage are situated on one parcel, while a large garage/barn structure sits on the adjacent parcel. Both parcels are being sold together! This property is full of potential - ample outdoor space for patios, gardens, and two separate garages with abundant storage for car collections or a dream workshop - or both! Live in the existing home while building your dream house or ADU, or make this unique property your own and enjoy the expansive hobby and craft spaces it offers. Located in a wonderful neighborhood in the highly regarded Bradley Elementary, Aptos Junior High, and Aptos High School districts, this is a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity you have to see to believe.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
7,362 sq ftLot Size
$683Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 car garageParking
Listed by Hayley Hackett•DRE #02002432• Bailey Properties
Contact: 831-226-4800
Bought with Peter Truman•DRE #02134788• Haselton Properties
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82022502
Feb 10, 2026
Sold
$975,000
$677/sq ft
Feb 10, 2026
Sold
$975,000
$677/sq ft
Feb 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 17, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 17, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 8, 2026
Price Changed
$999,999
$694/sq ft
Jan 7, 2026
Price Changed
$999,999
$694/sq ft
Oct 21, 2025
Price Changed
$1,095,000
$760/sq ft
Oct 20, 2025
Price Changed
$1,095,000
$760/sq ft
Sep 23, 2025
Listed
$1,125,000
$781/sq ft
Sep 22, 2025
Listed
$1,125,000
$781/sq ft
First time on the market in over 40 years! This charming 1950s farmhouse is rich with history and was originally the first home built on this tract of land. Once surrounded by orchards and chicken coops, it now sits within the Sunny Meadows Subdivision. The 3-bedroom house and 2-car garage are situated on one parcel, while a large garage/barn structure sits on the adjacent parcel. Both parcels are being sold together! This property is full of potential - ample outdoor space for patios, gardens, and two separate garages with abundant storage for car collections or a dream workshop - or both! Live in the existing home while building your dream house or ADU, or make this unique property your own and enjoy the expansive hobby and craft spaces it offers. Located in a wonderful neighborhood in the highly regarded Bradley Elementary, Aptos Junior High, and Aptos High School districts, this is a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity you have to see to believe.
Public Records
Aug 31, 1983
Sold
$47,500
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,445 (+22.0%)
$13,402 + $55,052
$68,454
2024
$1,184 (+2.6%)
$13,139 + $53,972
$67,111
2023
$1,154 (+2.8%)
$13,139 + $53,972
$67,111
2022
$1,123 (+15.8%)
$12,882 + $52,914
$65,796
2021
$970 (+1.1%)
$12,629 + $51,876
$64,505
2020
$959 (+1.6%)
$12,382 + $50,859
$63,241
2019
$945 (+2.2%)
$12,255 + $50,338
$62,593
2018
$925 (+0.9%)
$12,014 + $49,351
$61,365
2017
$916 (+2.1%)
$11,546 + $47,435
$58,981
2016
$897 (+6.4%)
$11,546 + $47,435
$58,981
2015
$843 (+1.9%)
$11,320 + $46,505
$57,825
2014
$827
$10,932 + $44,909
$55,841
2013
$826 (+3.8%)
$10,932 + $44,909
$55,841
2012
$796 (+1.9%)
$10,883 + $44,706
$55,589
2011
$781 (+1.0%)
$10,670 + $43,829
$54,499
2010
$773 (−0.1%)
$10,461 + $42,970
$53,431
2009
$774 (+2.1%)
$10,383 + $42,649
$53,032
2008
$758
$10,408 + $42,750
$53,158
Tax history for 172 W Phillips Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,445 (+22.0%)
$13,402 + $55,052
$68,454
2024
$1,184 (+2.6%)
$13,139 + $53,972
$67,111
2023
$1,154 (+2.8%)
$13,139 + $53,972
$67,111
2022
$1,123 (+15.8%)
$12,882 + $52,914
$65,796
2021
$970 (+1.1%)
$12,629 + $51,876
$64,505
2020
$959 (+1.6%)
$12,382 + $50,859
$63,241
2019
$945 (+2.2%)
$12,255 + $50,338
$62,593
2018
$925 (+0.9%)
$12,014 + $49,351
$61,365
2017
$916 (+2.1%)
$11,546 + $47,435
$58,981
2016
$897 (+6.4%)
$11,546 + $47,435
$58,981
2015
$843 (+1.9%)
$11,320 + $46,505
$57,825
2014
$827
$10,932 + $44,909
$55,841
2013
$826 (+3.8%)
$10,932 + $44,909
$55,841
2012
$796 (+1.9%)
$10,883 + $44,706
$55,589
2011
$781 (+1.0%)
$10,670 + $43,829
$54,499
2010
$773 (−0.1%)
$10,461 + $42,970
$53,431
2009
$774 (+2.1%)
$10,383 + $42,649
$53,032
2008
$758
$10,408 + $42,750
$53,158
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,362 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,441
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
05033118
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 6
Garage (Maximum): 6
Parking Description: Detached, Drive Through, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 6
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub
Room Information
Den/Study/Office
Dining Room Description: Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Tile), Pantry
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside, Tub/Sink, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Insert, In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,441
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 734769
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.169
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1-6
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Natural Gas, Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School: Bradley Elementary
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Middle School: Aptos Junior High
High School: Aptos High
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,441
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,362 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 05033118
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Bradley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Watsonville, CA • 95076
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.3 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$935,000 – $1.13M
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