Discover this enchanting property along a peaceful country lane, cherished by only two families since 1927. Lovingly updated, it blends historical charm with modern comforts. The heart of the home features a kitchen with a classic Wedgewood stove, flowing into a spacious dining area and extending outdoors to a patio with an outdoor kitchenperfect for enjoying the Mediterranean climate. Inside, the living room is a cozy retreat with a wood-burning stove and fir floors. The expansive downstairs primary bedroom, filled with natural light, includes a clawfoot tub and opens to a large covered deck for peaceful moments. A second bedroom and full bath are on the main level, while the upper floor offers three more bedrooms and two full baths, all with warm wood floors and ample storage. Leaded glass windows create enchanting light play throughout. The property is adorned with redwoods, legacy oaks, and gardens bursting with seasonal blooms, fruits, and vegetables, supported by bee boxes. Amenities include a spacious four-car garage, a workshop, and storage areas with conversion potential, alongside a double chicken coop and olive orchard with five Italian varietals. Spanning 10+ acres, this property offers serene living and an ideal lifestyle near Aptos, Monterey Bay, & Silicon Valley.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
10.17 acresLot Size
$814Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by BambacePetersonTeam•DRE #70010145• Compass
Listed by Shawndy Linquist•DRE #02062936• Compass
Contact: 831-200-3178
Bought with Randall Brown•DRE #00978549• Coldwell Banker Realty
Discover this enchanting property along a peaceful country lane, cherished by only two families since 1927. Lovingly updated, it blends historical charm with modern comforts. The heart of the home features a kitchen with a classic Wedgewood stove, flowing into a spacious dining area and extending outdoors to a patio with an outdoor kitchenperfect for enjoying the Mediterranean climate. Inside, the living room is a cozy retreat with a wood-burning stove and fir floors. The expansive downstairs primary bedroom, filled with natural light, includes a clawfoot tub and opens to a large covered deck for peaceful moments. A second bedroom and full bath are on the main level, while the upper floor offers three more bedrooms and two full baths, all with warm wood floors and ample storage. Leaded glass windows create enchanting light play throughout. The property is adorned with redwoods, legacy oaks, and gardens bursting with seasonal blooms, fruits, and vegetables, supported by bee boxes. Amenities include a spacious four-car garage, a workshop, and storage areas with conversion potential, alongside a double chicken coop and olive orchard with five Italian varietals. Spanning 10+ acres, this property offers serene living and an ideal lifestyle near Aptos, Monterey Bay, & Silicon Valley.
Public Records
Aug 4, 2006
Sold
$1,115,000
$435/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,242 (+7.9%)
$348,548 + $301,743
$650,291
2024
$7,641 (+1.7%)
$341,714 + $295,826
$637,540
2023
$7,511 (+2.0%)
$341,714 + $295,826
$637,540
2022
$7,361 (+2.5%)
$335,014 + $290,026
$625,040
2021
$7,183 (+1.5%)
$328,446 + $284,338
$612,784
2020
$7,079 (+5.2%)
$322,004 + $278,764
$600,768
2019
$6,732 (+2.5%)
$318,704 + $275,906
$594,610
2018
$6,565 (+0.8%)
$312,454 + $270,496
$582,950
2017
$6,515 (+2.7%)
$300,320 + $259,990
$560,310
2016
$6,346 (+1.0%)
$300,320 + $259,990
$560,310
2015
$6,282 (+2.2%)
$294,432 + $254,892
$549,324
2014
$6,149 (−0.4%)
$284,330 + $246,146
$530,476
2013
$6,174 (+5.1%)
$284,330 + $246,146
$530,476
2012
$5,876 (+2.2%)
$283,044 + $245,034
$528,078
2011
$5,747 (+1.2%)
$277,493 + $240,230
$517,723
2010
$5,676 (−0.2%)
$272,052 + $235,520
$507,572
2009
$5,690 (+2.5%)
$270,019 + $233,760
$503,779
2008
$5,551
$270,660 + $234,315
$504,975
Tax history for 653 Larkin Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,242 (+7.9%)
$348,548 + $301,743
$650,291
2024
$7,641 (+1.7%)
$341,714 + $295,826
$637,540
2023
$7,511 (+2.0%)
$341,714 + $295,826
$637,540
2022
$7,361 (+2.5%)
$335,014 + $290,026
$625,040
2021
$7,183 (+1.5%)
$328,446 + $284,338
$612,784
2020
$7,079 (+5.2%)
$322,004 + $278,764
$600,768
2019
$6,732 (+2.5%)
$318,704 + $275,906
$594,610
2018
$6,565 (+0.8%)
$312,454 + $270,496
$582,950
2017
$6,515 (+2.7%)
$300,320 + $259,990
$560,310
2016
$6,346 (+1.0%)
$300,320 + $259,990
$560,310
2015
$6,282 (+2.2%)
$294,432 + $254,892
$549,324
2014
$6,149 (−0.4%)
$284,330 + $246,146
$530,476
2013
$6,174 (+5.1%)
$284,330 + $246,146
$530,476
2012
$5,876 (+2.2%)
$283,044 + $245,034
$528,078
2011
$5,747 (+1.2%)
$277,493 + $240,230
$517,723
2010
$5,676 (−0.2%)
$272,052 + $235,520
$507,572
2009
$5,690 (+2.5%)
$270,019 + $233,760
$503,779
2008
$5,551
$270,660 + $234,315
$504,975
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10.17 Acres
Year renovated
1927
Sq. Ft.
2,562
Year built
1927
Style
Vacant Land
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
04912181
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Detached, Gate/Door Opener, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 10
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Oversized Tub, Primary - Oversized Tub, Shower and Tub, Solid Surface, Stone, Tile, Tub in Master Bedroom
Room Information
Workshop
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Oven (Double), Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Stove
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air, Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods, Garden/Greenbelt, Hills, Other (See Remarks)
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Building Information
Style: Farm House
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,562
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Faces: West
Property Primary ID: 733764
Land Information
Soil: Unknown
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 10.17
Lot Description: Grade (Varies)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Spring, Water On Site
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,562
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10.17 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 1927
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 04912181
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Calabasas Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.8mi
3/10
Aptos Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
5/10
Aptos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 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
6/10 Air Factor
9 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 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.
11.3 hrs
4.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.98M – $2.40M
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