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2 beds1,690 sqft

5858 Fern Flat Rd, Aptos, CA 95003

Single FamilyProperty Type
12.47 acresLot Size
1978Year Built
$621/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$950/yrHOA Fees
12 carsParking Spaces

Description

This attractive, custom contemporary home sits on an oasis of 12.4 rolling and flat acres that feel like your own private, awe-inspiring national park. With the exception of the huge, versatile 'artist guest loft,' the main ground floor is bright, pleasant and functions as single-level living with most areas opening to expansive, sunny decks perfect for entertaining. Beam, high vaulted ceilings and windows everywhere draw in abundant light, views of redwoods, oaks. Spacious kitchen and breakfast...This attractive, custom contemporary home sits on an oasis of 12.4 rolling and flat acres that feel like your own private, awe-inspiring national park. With the exception of the huge, versatile 'artist guest loft,' the main ground floor is bright, pleasant and functions as single-level living with most areas opening to expansive, sunny decks perfect for entertaining. Beam, high vaulted ceilings and windows everywhere draw in abundant light, views of redwoods, oaks. Spacious kitchen and breakfast bar open to dining area. Large main bedroom with walk-in closet, en suite bathroom sanctuary that opens to a deck. Lovingly designed in 1978 by the seller who used to drive all over the property; large expanses of flat and rolling grounds ripe for gardens and ADU potential, etc. Wonderful walking community or explore your own trails and creek. Garage/workshop. internet access! Find everything you need seven miles away in charming Aptos Village. Close to Cabrillo College, Orchard School.
Listing closed: 11/29/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MLSListings, MLS#: ML81866462
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,200,000

Avg days on market

34

Sale-to-list ratio

97.8%

Aptos, CA

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Location

Sold By Room Real Estate, Elena Hernandez-French, DRE #02013793

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Property Information for 5858 Fern Flat Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • MLS City Name: APTOS
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Complex Name: Upper Fern Flat Road Association
  • Style: Contemporary, Custom
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 10
  • View: Forest / Woods, River / Stream
  • Cross Street: Aptos View Rd.

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Lot Size: 12.47 AC / 543,193 SF

Features

Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Bonus / Hobby Room, Laundry Room, Loft, Storage, Workshop
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets, Shower over Tub - 1, Tile, Tubs - 2+
  • Bedrooms: 2.0
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Possible Bedrooms: .00
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
  • Communications: Satellite Dish, Other
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces Min: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1690
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Electric, Individual Room Controls, Stove - Wood, Other
  • Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Master Meter, Public Utilities, Other
  • Water: Spring, Storage Tank, Water On Site, Other
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 2
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Carport, Covered Parking, Detached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking, Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2

Property Details

Homeowners Association
  • Association Fees Include: Maintenance - Road
  • HOA Documents: Other
  • HOA Exists: 1
  • HOA Fee: $950
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • HOA Name: Upper Fern Flat Road Association
Property Details
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows
  • Min Num Of Units in Complex: 55
  • Area Text: Aptos
  • Restrictions: Other
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Other
  • Street Number: 5858
  • Street Name: Fern Flat
  • Area ID: 49

Lot / Property Details

Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 1690
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 43
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: RM
Location Information
  • Directions: From Aptos Village, take Trout Gulch to Fern Flat. Go LEFT on Fern Flat to the black 5858 mailbox on the right. Loads of easy parking. Almost 7 miles from the Village, 15-20 min breathtakingly scenic drive!
  • Parcel Number: 105-421-15
  • 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
  • Current Rent: $0
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab, Post and Pier
  • Horse Property: Possible
  • Horse Property Description: Other
  • Irrigation: Spring(s)
  • Lot Acres: 12.47
  • Lot Description: Grade - Gently Sloped, Grade - Level, Grade - Rolling, Grade - Varies, Stream - Seasonal, Views
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Yard Grounds: Deck

Listing Info

Rental Info
  • Lease Type: Net

Property History for 5858 Fern Flat Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 29, 2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81866462

$1,050,000—
Nov 29, 2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81866462

$1,050,000—
Nov 29, 2021

Sold

RESFAR #81866462

$1,050,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/29/2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81866462

$1,050,000
11/29/2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81866462

$1,050,000
11/29/2021

Sold

RESFAR #81866462

$1,050,000

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

Public Records for 5858 Fern Flat Road

Taxable Value

Land

$757,703

Additions

$378,851
Total$1,136,554

Tax Record

2025

$13,441 ($1,120 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

2

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,690 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,690 SqFt

Lot Size

543,019 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1978

Year Renovated

1978

Zoning

SU

County

SANTA CRUZ

APN

105-421-15-000

Schools near 5858 Fern Flat Road

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
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: 5858 Fern Flat Road, Aptos, CA 95003
$1,050,000
2
1,690
543,193
–
2
2
2,099
939,546
$260,000
–
–
–
469,794
$250,000
–
–
–
3,484,800
$599,000
2
–
20
$675,000
2
–
392,911

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