Aptos, CA 95003
$1,895,000
Bed
1
Bath
1
Living Space
1,144 SqFt
Year Built
N/A
Lot Size
N/A
Days
17
Some homes make you fall in love the moment you arrive. This is one of them. Step inside, and the calm is immediate. Light spills through vaulted, beamed ceilings, the blue of Monterey Bay fills every window, and every detail feels deliberate, as it should be. Modern without trying too hard, elegant without feeling formal. Built in 1938 on land once part of Claus Spreckels' Aptos Rancho, this home carries a rare thread of history, long before Rio became the neighborhood it is today. Living spaces flow easily indoors to out, anchored by a white brick fireplace and timeless finishes. Glass doors open onto covered patios and a striking tiled fireplace, made for long dinners and evenings watching the bay change color. Beyond, a spacious backyard offers space for whatever you dream up. A detached structure at the rear offers potential: an ADU, a guest retreat, a studio, an office. The bedroom is a quiet luxury, set beneath vaulted ceilings with soft light through picture windows. Two closets offer effortless storage, and the room feels serene, private, and impeccably finished, a true retreat at day's end. Minutes from Seacliff Beach, Aptos Village, and Nisene Marks, this is more than a beautiful home. It's an invitation to slow down and remember how good coastal living can feel.
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- Rio Del Mar Elementary School (Elementary) - GreatSchools rating 9/10 - Aptos Junior High School (Middle) - Rating not listed - Aptos High School (High) - GreatSchools rating 8/10 School District: Pajaro Valley Unified School District
Within a 1-2 mile radius of 221 Highland Aptos, CA, several parks and recreational areas are available. Aptos Village County Park offers trails, a clubhouse, and picnic areas. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, known for its redwood forest, provides extensive hiking and biking trails. Additionally, Seacliff State Beach and New Brighton State Beach are nearby coastal options for recreation.
The property is located in Aptos, a small unincorporated community in Santa Cruz County known for its scenic beauty and laid-back lifestyle. Aptos offers a variety of local businesses, including dining options like Mentone, a pizzeria and pasta restaurant, and Marianne's Ice Cream Shop. The community has a strong sense of local character, with events such as the Aptos Farmers Market and a unique 4th of July parade. Retail areas include Aptos Village Square and Historic Aptos Village.
The area around 221 Highland Aptos, CA has a Walk Score of 52/100 and a Transit Score of 30/100. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, and nearby public transit options include bus lines such as the 2 Capitola/Cabrillo/Main and 73 Soquel/Freedom/Cabrillo.
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- Rio Del Mar Elementary School (Elementary) - GreatSchools rating 9/10 - Aptos Junior High School (Middle) - Rating not listed - Aptos High School (High) - GreatSchools rating 8/10 School District: Pajaro Valley Unified School District
Within a 1-2 mile radius of 221 Highland Aptos, CA, several parks and recreational areas are available. Aptos Village County Park offers trails, a clubhouse, and picnic areas. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, known for its redwood forest, provides extensive hiking and biking trails. Additionally, Seacliff State Beach and New Brighton State Beach are nearby coastal options for recreation.
The property is located in Aptos, a small unincorporated community in Santa Cruz County known for its scenic beauty and laid-back lifestyle. Aptos offers a variety of local businesses, including dining options like Mentone, a pizzeria and pasta restaurant, and Marianne's Ice Cream Shop. The community has a strong sense of local character, with events such as the Aptos Farmers Market and a unique 4th of July parade. Retail areas include Aptos Village Square and Historic Aptos Village.
The area around 221 Highland Aptos, CA has a Walk Score of 52/100 and a Transit Score of 30/100. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, and nearby public transit options include bus lines such as the 2 Capitola/Cabrillo/Main and 73 Soquel/Freedom/Cabrillo.
This neighborhood information is AI-generated based on the property address and publicly available data. Please verify important information independently. Do not rely solely on this information for property decisions. RoostHaven makes no warranties and assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of AI-generated information. School boundaries, ratings, and local amenities may change over time.