1251 Cox Road

Sold 10/27/25Virtual Tour
Sold 10/27/25Virtual Tour
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Last Sold Price
$2,250,000
5 beds3,168 sqft$710/sqft
1251 Cox Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

Description

This is your opportunity to own a rare beautiful luxury-style ranch with unmatched sunrises. Set on almost 7 sunny usable acres just 6 minutes to Hwy 1 and downtown Aptos, 1251 Cox Rd blends privacy, convenience, and a fully remodeled single-level layout. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, including two ensuite bedrooms with the primary suite privately positioned on its own wing. Facing due east, the home welcomes golden sunrise light across the great room and front acreage. Outdoors,...This is your opportunity to own a rare beautiful luxury-style ranch with unmatched sunrises. Set on almost 7 sunny usable acres just 6 minutes to Hwy 1 and downtown Aptos, 1251 Cox Rd blends privacy, convenience, and a fully remodeled single-level layout. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, including two ensuite bedrooms with the primary suite privately positioned on its own wing. Facing due east, the home welcomes golden sunrise light across the great room and front acreage. Outdoors, expansive level areas invite gardens, orchard, hobby vineyard, play fields, or future amenities. The backyard provides an open canvas for a pool, tennis court, or even an outdoor oasis. A detached guest house adds flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or office/studio use, and adjoins a large garage/workspace. Recent updates deliver turnkey comfort; modern finishes, refreshed baths, and a cohesive palette throughout, while the single-story design keeps life simple. Enjoy the best of Aptos living: room to breathe, quick access to beaches, shops, and schools, and an easy commute corridor to Santa Cruz or Silicon Valley. A rare acreage opportunity with a fully remodeled ranch, separated bedroom wings, and true indoor-outdoor potential; ready for your next chapter.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/27/2025 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Mario Desantis

    Mario Desantis

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    DRE #02119587

    P: (831)-291-0511

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Property Details for 1251 Cox Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
ML82017777
Days on Compass
53
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Single-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built
1978
Lot Size
6.56 AC / 285,754 SF
County
Santa Cruz County
MLS City Name
APTOS
Building Type
Detached
Style
Ranch
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
70
View
Forest / Woods
Cross Street
Valencia Road
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Building Information for 1251 Cox Road

Stories-Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size6.56 AC / 285,754 SF

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Property Information for 1251 Cox Road

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, No Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 4
Features
  • Amenities: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
  • Communications: Satellite Dish
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Insulation - Per Owner, Smart Home System
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate, Stone, Tile
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 3168
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: Security Fence
  • Special Features: Parking
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central AC
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Propane
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Tank / Pump
  • Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
  • Water: Well
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Detached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Room for Oversized Vehicle
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows
  • Property Condition: Other
  • Area Text: Aptos
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 1251
  • Street Name: Cox
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 49
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Structure SqFt: 3168
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 47
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Zoning Detail: A
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 105-461-01-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: APTOS
  • City Postal ID: 1
  • Postal Code: 95003
  • Elementary School District: 800
  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation: Combination, Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab
  • Horse Property: Yes
  • Lot Acres: 6.56
  • Lot Description: Agricultural Use, Grade - Mostly Level, Paved, Stream - Year Round, Views
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Fenced, Low Maintenance

Property History for 1251 Cox Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 27, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82017777

$2,250,000—
Oct 27, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82017777

$2,250,000—
Oct 24, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917812449

$2,250,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/27/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82017777

$2,250,000
10/27/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82017777

$2,250,000
10/24/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917812449

$2,250,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1251 Cox Road

Taxable ValueLand$27,866Additions$101,781Total$129,647
Tax Record2025$2,010 ($168 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,316 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,316 SqFtLot Size285,754 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1978ZoningACountySANTA CRUZAPN105-461-01Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1251 Cox Road

This home is within Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Valencia Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Aptos Junior High School
Public - 7 to 8
Aptos High School
Public - 9 to 12
Renaissance High Continuation School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Valencia Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Aptos Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Aptos High School
Public9 to 12

Renaissance High Continuation School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1251 Cox Road, Aptos, CA 95003
$2,250,000
5
3,168
285,754
1000 Cox Road, Aptos, CA 95003
–
3
2,094
853,689
1253 Cox Road, Aptos, CA 95003
$1,680,000
3
3,096
736,208
900 Cox Road, Aptos, CA 95003
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6
5,237
135,080
900 Bear Valley Road, Aptos, CA 95003
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3
2
1,640
112,777
1570 Cox Road, Aptos, CA 95003
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3
2
1,989
44,954

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