355 Valencia Road

Sold 8/11/26Virtual Tour
Sold 8/11/26Virtual Tour
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,350,000
3 beds1,885 sqft$716/sqft
355 Valencia Rd, Aptos, CA 95003
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.24 acresLot Size
1974Year Built
$716/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Tucked beneath a tranquil & majestic redwood canopy on 1.24 private acres, this creekside Aptos sanctuary has been lovingly cared for by the same artist-owner since 1979. For 47 years this retreat has been a place of creativity, inspiration & quiet reflection, a home where nature & art have lived in harmony. This abode retains its original character & offers an exceptional opportunity for its next owner to preserve its charm or create a fresh vision. On the opposite end of the parcel a detached studio...Tucked beneath a tranquil & majestic redwood canopy on 1.24 private acres, this creekside Aptos sanctuary has been lovingly cared for by the same artist-owner since 1979. For 47 years this retreat has been a place of creativity, inspiration & quiet reflection, a home where nature & art have lived in harmony. This abode retains its original character & offers an exceptional opportunity for its next owner to preserve its charm or create a fresh vision. On the opposite end of the parcel a detached studio with a bathroom is ideal for a home office or guest quarters. The grounds invite exploration with towering redwoods, meandering paths & peaceful spaces that feel like a nature preserve. Just minutes from Aptos Village, Nisene Marks Park, beaches, shopping, dining & Hwy 1, this property offers a rare combination of privacy & convenience. More than a home, this is a place with a story. A place where mornings begin with a birdsong beneath the redwoods, afternoons are spent hiking trails, walking the endless Seacliff beach or creating in the artist studio and evenings are enveloped by the tranquility of the forest & the babbling brook. If you have been yearning for an Aptos retreat with good vibes and endless potential, this cherished property is ready to begin its next chapter.
  • Listed by: Melody Russell DRE #01743923 Brokerage DRE #01878277 • eXp Realty of California Inc 831-332-3975
Listing closed: 08/11/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MLSListings, MLS#: ML82054768
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Property Information for 355 Valencia Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Single-Family Homes / Detached
  • County: Santa Cruz County
  • MLS City Name: APTOS
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Style: Custom
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • View: Forest / Woods, Garden / Greenbelt, River / Stream
  • Cross Street: Valencia Rd
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Lot Size: 1.24 AC / 54,189 SF
Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Artist Studio
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Solid Surface, Tile
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Inverted Floor Plan, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Communications: Cable TV
  • Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Living Room, Wood Stove, Other
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1885
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: None
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas, Stove - Wood
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Private / Mutual
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 1
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Covered Parking, Guest / Visitor Parking, Parking Area
  • Garage Max: 0
  • Garage Min: 0
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Aptos
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • TIC Agreement: No
  • Year Built Source: Other
  • Street Number: 355
  • Street Name: Valencia
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 49
Second Unit Information
  • Second Unit Description: Guest house
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 1885
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 52
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Zoning Detail: R-1-10
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: Soquel Dr to old town Aptos, onto Valencia Rd, after passing Rolling Green Estates you will see private rd on the left. Home is the last of 7 homes on street. For ease of turn around, pull into the carport then back up toward the creek for a 3 point turn
  • Incorporated: No
  • Parcel Number: 04108135
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: APTOS
  • City Postal ID: 1
  • Postal Code: 95003
  • Elementary School: 818
  • Elementary School District: 800
  • Middle School Text: Aptos Junior High
  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • High School Text: Aptos High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Description: Grade - Varies
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Low Maintenance, Storage Shed / Structure

Property History for 355 Valencia Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 11, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #ML82054768

$1,350,000—
Aug 11, 2026

Sold

EBRD #ML82054768

$1,350,000—
Jul 22, 2026

Pending

MLSListings #ML82054768

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/11/2026

Sold

MLSListings #ML82054768

$1,350,000
08/11/2026

Sold

EBRD #ML82054768

$1,350,000
07/22/2026

Pending

MLSListings #ML82054768

—

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

Public Records for 355 Valencia Road

Taxable ValueLand$90,623Additions$185,645Total$276,268
Tax Record2025$3,473 ($289 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,885 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,885 SqFtLot Size54,189 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1974Year Renovated1974ZoningR-1-10CountySANTA CRUZAPN041-081-35-000

Schools near 355 Valencia 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
PVUSD Virtual Academy
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Valencia Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Aptos Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Aptos High School
Public9 to 12

PVUSD Virtual Academy
PublicK to 12

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