Once in a lifetime opportunity to own this beachfront home on the sand behind the gates in the exclusive private beach area of Rio Del Mar. Panoramic ocean views of Monterey Bay. Vaulted ceilings in kitchen, family and dining room areas. Kitchen features breakfast bar and Viking appliances. Sliding glass doors open onto large Trex deck with a private gated staircase to your beach. Rare beach ownership to mean high tide line. An entry interior courtyard gives additional private space. Miles of walking from Capitola to Watsonville, Seascape Resort, and the restaurants of Rio Del Mar. 3 en-suite bedrooms and 2 bedrooms with a large shared bathroom, in addition to a powder room on the main floor. Upstairs primary bedroom has an attached office/bonus room and private crows nest deck to view the Bay. All bedrooms have high vaulted or beamed ceilings. Each guest has their own personal space and yet everyone can congregate together in the heart of the house living room/family room/kitchen and dining area with breathtaking Pacific ocean views to share a meal or aperitif. Tasteful muted colors and furnishings create a perfect setting for your beach home. Fabulous home for families and groups of friends to stay and enjoy the magnificent ocean view, sounds and sea birds.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1965
Living Area: 2,848 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Haselton Properties
Office Phone: (831) 234-0818
Listing Agent: Britt Haselton
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Flooring Type: Laminate
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 4
Total Bedroom Count: 5
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Off Site, Off Street, Uncovered
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Aptos High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Aptos Junior High School, Public District Grades 7-8
Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Inside the gates on Beach Drive. 9th house on the right. Cones in driveway. Cross Street: Rio Del Mar Boulevard
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $7,388,000
Price Per SqFt: $2,594/SqFt
HOA Fees:
Amount: $600
Frequency: Annually
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $20,101
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $6.0M more than the Median Sold Price and $1.7K/SqFt more than other homes in Aptos, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #ML81953679
Listing Office:
Office Name: Haselton Properties
Office Phone: (831) 234-0818
Listing Agent: Britt Haselton
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
May 26, 1993
May 26, 1993Home Sold
$1,000,000
Feb 16, 1990
Feb 16, 1990Home Sold
$825,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$20,101
$1,744,655
2020
$19,783
$1,726,766
2019
$18,927
$1,692,907
2018
$18,928
$1,659,712
2017
$18,773
$1,627,171
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
7
/10
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
819 Pinehurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school0.93 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Middle School
5
/10
Aptos Junior High School
1001 Huntington Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.27 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
High School
7
/10
Aptos High School
100 Mariner Way
Distance between this listing and this school2.05 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Rio Del Mar Elementary School
819 Pinehurst Dr
Distance between this listing and this school0.93 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Valencia Elementary School
250 Aptos School Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.06 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
5
/10
Mar Vista Elementary School
6860 Soquel Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.22 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Assigned Schools
5
/10
Aptos Junior High School
1001 Huntington Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.27 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
Nearby Schools
6
/10
New Brighton Middle School
250 Washburn Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.26 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
5
/10
Shoreline Middle School
855 17th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school5.09 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Aptos High School
100 Mariner Way
Distance between this listing and this school2.05 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Soquel High School
401 Old San Jose Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.22 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
7
/10
Cypress Charter High School
2039 Merrill St
Distance between this listing and this school4.98 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $114,189. Most Aptos, CA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 545 Beach Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 545 Beach Dr property is $7,388,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 545 Beach Dr is a house located in Aptos, California, 95003.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 545 Beach Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 545 Beach Dr are: Rio Del Mar Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Aptos Junior High School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10Aptos High School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $20,101 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on May 26, 1993 for $1,000,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 545 Beach Dr has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 545 Beach Dr is 2,848 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 545 Beach Dr is 1965.
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This home is located at 545 Beach Dr in Aptos, CA and zip code 95003 in the Aptos Beach neighborhood. This 2,848 square foot home, which was built in 1965, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $7,388,000.
While more than 8 listings in Aptos, CA in March 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 7 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Aptos, CA between February 2024 and March 2024 increased by 11.8%. In March 2024, listings were on the market for 21 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,345,750.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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