522 Spruce St

1,054 Sq. Ft.
$1,280 / Sq. Ft.
1,054
Sq. Ft.
$1,280
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the seaside neighborhood of Seacliff, this charming and thoughtfully updated cottage offers the perfect blend of coastal character, modern comfort, and relaxed beachside living. Just moments from the shoreline, this inviting two-bedroom, two-bath residence captures the essence of a classic beach cottage while incorporating tasteful upgrades that make it ideal as a full-time home, weekend retreat, or coastal getaway. From the moment you arrive, the homes wood and stucco siding sets a warm,...Nestled in the seaside neighborhood of Seacliff, this charming and thoughtfully updated cottage offers the perfect blend of coastal character, modern comfort, and relaxed beachside living. Just moments from the shoreline, this inviting two-bedroom, two-bath residence captures the essence of a classic beach cottage while incorporating tasteful upgrades that make it ideal as a full-time home, weekend retreat, or coastal getaway. From the moment you arrive, the homes wood and stucco siding sets a warm, timeless tone, evoking the casual elegance of a traditional seaside cottage. Mature landscaping and a welcoming entry hint at the peaceful lifestyle that awaits inside. Step through the front door and you are immediately greeted by an abundance of natural light, enhanced by multiple sliding glass doors that brighten the interior throughout the day. The open-beam ceilings add architectural interest and volume, creating an airy, relaxed atmosphere that feels both spacious and cozy. Thoughtful touches throughout the home include custom built-ins and extra storage space, adding both style and functionality for easy everyday living.
  1. Listed by Lauren Spencer • DRE #00925382 • Brokerage DRE #01908304 • Coldwell Banker Realty • 831-818-3723
  2. Listed by Amy Jeske • DRE #01476829 • Brokerage DRE #01908304 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 522 Spruce Street

MLS City Name
APTOS
Building Type
Detached
Style
Cottage
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2
Cross Street
Mar Vista Drive

Open Houses

Saturday, Feb 7th

2:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Public

Sunday, Feb 8th

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 02/05/2026 03:15 PM

Property Details for 522 Spruce Street

StatusActive
MLS #ML82033676
Days on Compass2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1971
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,138 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Lauren Spencer, DRE #00925382; Coldwell Banker Realty, Amy Jeske, DRE #01476829
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Building Information for 522 Spruce Street

Stories1Year Built1971Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,138 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,638 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,575

Property Taxes

$1,063

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 522 Spruce Street

Features
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Room Information
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Skylight, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Bath
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1054
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 1
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Carport, Off-Street Parking, On Street
  • Garage Max: 0
  • Garage Min: 0
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows
  • Area Text: Seacliff
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 522
  • Street Name: Spruce
  • Street Suffix: Street
  • Area ID: 47
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1054
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 55
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood
  • Zoning Detail: R-1-4
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 038-111-04-000
  • 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
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Fenced, Storage Shed / Structure

Property History for 522 Spruce Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82033676

$1,349,000
Feb 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82033676

$1,349,000
May 13, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156863234

$690,000

+21.6% / yr

May 13, 2005

Sold

MLSListings #ML80518509

$690,000
May 13, 2005

Sold

RESFAR #80518509

$690,000
May 13, 2005

Sold

EBRD #ML80518509

$690,000
May 4, 2005

Pending

RESFAR #80518509

May 4, 2005

Pending

EBRD #ML80518509

May 4, 2005

Pending

MLSListings #ML80518509

Apr 12, 2005

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80518509

$650,000
Apr 12, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80518509

$650,000
Apr 12, 2005

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80518509

$650,000
May 9, 2003

Expired

RESFAR #80264911

May 9, 2003

Expired

MLSListings #ML80264911

$442,000
Feb 27, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #108344362

$448,000
Feb 27, 2003

Sold

MLSListings #ML80305551

$448,000
Feb 27, 2003

Sold

EBRD #ML80305551

$448,000
Feb 27, 2003

Sold

RESFAR #80305551

$448,000
Feb 3, 2003

Pending

EBRD #ML80305551

Feb 3, 2003

Pending

RESFAR #80305551

Feb 3, 2003

Pending

MLSListings #ML80305551

Jan 31, 2003

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80305551

$449,000
Jan 31, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80305551

$449,000
Jan 31, 2003

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80305551

$449,000
Jan 9, 2003

Expired

EBRD #ML80264911

Dec 16, 2002

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80264911

$442,000
Dec 16, 2002

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80264911

$442,000
Dec 16, 2002

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80264911

$442,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/04/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82033676

$1,349,000
02/04/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82033676

$1,349,000
05/13/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156863234

$690,000

+21.6% / yr

05/13/2005

Sold

MLSListings #ML80518509

$690,000
05/13/2005

Sold

RESFAR #80518509

$690,000
05/13/2005

Sold

EBRD #ML80518509

$690,000
05/04/2005

Pending

RESFAR #80518509

05/04/2005

Pending

EBRD #ML80518509

05/04/2005

Pending

MLSListings #ML80518509

04/12/2005

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80518509

$650,000
04/12/2005

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80518509

$650,000
04/12/2005

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80518509

$650,000
05/09/2003

Expired

RESFAR #80264911

05/09/2003

Expired

MLSListings #ML80264911

$442,000
02/27/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #108344362

$448,000
02/27/2003

Sold

MLSListings #ML80305551

$448,000
02/27/2003

Sold

EBRD #ML80305551

$448,000
02/27/2003

Sold

RESFAR #80305551

$448,000
02/03/2003

Pending

EBRD #ML80305551

02/03/2003

Pending

RESFAR #80305551

02/03/2003

Pending

MLSListings #ML80305551

01/31/2003

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80305551

$449,000
01/31/2003

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80305551

$449,000
01/31/2003

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80305551

$449,000
01/09/2003

Expired

EBRD #ML80264911

12/16/2002

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80264911

$442,000
12/16/2002

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80264911

$442,000
12/16/2002

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80264911

$442,000

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

Public Records for 522 Spruce Street

Taxable ValueLand$766,652Additions$219,260Total$985,912
Tax Record2025$12,755 ($1,063 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,054 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,054 SqFtLot Size4,138 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1971Year Renovated1990ZoningR-1-4CountySANTA CRUZAPN038-111-04Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 522 Spruce Street

This home is within Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mar Vista 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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522 Spruce Street is a single family home for sale in Aptos, CA 95003. This property was listed for sale on February 4, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty, it's currently listed at $1,349,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on May 13, 2005. This listing's school district is Pajaro Valley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Mar Vista Elementary School, Aptos Junior High School and Aptos High School. 522 Spruce Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,054 sqft single family home built in 1971.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Lauren Spencer, DRE #00925382; Coldwell Banker Realty, Amy Jeske, DRE #01476829

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