925 Skyward Dr

3,327 Sq. Ft.
$661 / Sq. Ft.
3,327
Sq. Ft.
$661
per Sq. Ft.

Description

If you are dreaming of awe-inspiring big ocean views in a tranquil, majestic & completely private park-like setting only 5 minutes from town, then this gated estate is your dream come true! The location is ideal. Only 5 minutes from all the conveniences of vibrant Old Town Aptos including but not limited to: New Leaf Market, great restaurants such as the Hideout & Mentone, coffee, shopping & the many hiking & biking trails of Nisene Marks State Park. Seacliff State Beach, the most expansive beach...If you are dreaming of awe-inspiring big ocean views in a tranquil, majestic & completely private park-like setting only 5 minutes from town, then this gated estate is your dream come true! The location is ideal. Only 5 minutes from all the conveniences of vibrant Old Town Aptos including but not limited to: New Leaf Market, great restaurants such as the Hideout & Mentone, coffee, shopping & the many hiking & biking trails of Nisene Marks State Park. Seacliff State Beach, the most expansive beach in Santa Cruz County, is also a short jaunt away. This magnificent home exudes pride of ownership & is an architectural masterpiece with a floor plan ideal for entertaining & for comfortable living. The soaring ceilings & walls of windows showcase the jaw-dropping ocean & nature views from each of the spacious rooms. Featuring glistening hardwood & old-world tile floors, separate family & dining rooms, a chef's kitchen, ground floor bedrooms, no maintenance decking, a 50-yr presidential roof, outdoor shower, spa, separate guest quarters or art studio with sink above the 3-car 816 sf garage with workshop plus ample storage! The full sun exposure makes this pristine & beautifully landscaped land a gardener's delight. See it before it is gone!
  1. Listed by Melody Russell • DRE #01743923 • Brokerage DRE #01878277 • eXp Realty of California Inc • 831-332-3975

Property Details for 925 Skyward Drive

MLS City Name
APTOS
Building Type
Detached
Style
Custom
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
4
View
Forest / Woods, Garden / Greenbelt, Mountains, Ocean, Valley, Water
Cross Street
Trout Gulch Rd
LISTING UPDATED: 06/03/2025 04:04 PM

Property Details for 925 Skyward Drive

StatusSold
MLS #ML82000201
Days on Compass37
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1984
Lot Size1.58 AC / 68,694 SF
CountySanta Cruz County

Location

Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of California Inc, Melody Russell, DRE #01743923

Sold By eXp Realty of California Inc, Mary Crable, DRE #01983673

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Building Information for 925 Skyward Drive

Stories2Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size1.58 AC / 68,694 SF

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Property Information for 925 Skyward Drive

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Office Area, Storage
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Marble, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Updated Bath
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Dining Bar, Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Bay Window, Built-in Vacuum, High Ceiling, Security Gate, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar
  • Communications: Cable TV
  • Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Living SqFt: 3327
  • Pool: No
  • Pool Type: Spa - Above Ground, Spa - Cover, Spa / Hot Tub
  • Security Features: Security Service
  • Special Features: Wheelchair Access, Wide Halls / Doors (3 Ft +)
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Propane
  • Sewer Septic: Septic Standard
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public, Storage Tank
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking, Lighted Parking Area, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Max: 3
  • Garage Min: 3
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Property Condition: Other
  • Area Text: Aptos
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • TIC Agreement: No
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 925
  • Street Name: Skyward
  • Street Suffix: Drive
  • Area ID: 49
Second Unit Information
  • Second Unit Description: Bonus room
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 3327
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 41
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Zoning Detail: RA
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: Soquel Drive to Trout Gulch to Skyward Drive. Property is gated and requires an appointment to view.
  • Incorporated: No
  • Parcel Number: 040-271-56-000
  • 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: Complete Perimeter, Mixed Height / Type
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.58
  • Lot Description: Grade - Varies
  • 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

Property History for 925 Skyward Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 3, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82000201

$2,200,000
Jun 3, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82000201

$2,200,000
May 27, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558946143

$2,200,000

+4.3% / yr

May 6, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82000201

May 6, 2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML82000201

May 6, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82000201

Mar 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82000201

$2,200,000
Mar 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82000201

$2,200,000
Dec 15, 2015

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81519588

Dec 15, 2015

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81519588

Oct 20, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81519588

$1,698,000
Oct 20, 2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81519588

$1,698,000
Aug 31, 2010

Sold

EBRD #ML81030918

$1,175,000
Aug 31, 2010

Sold

MLSListings #ML81030918

$1,175,000
Aug 31, 2010

Sold

RESFAR #81030918

$1,175,000
Aug 25, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #295215595

$1,175,000
Jul 26, 2010

Pending

RESFAR #81030918

Jul 26, 2010

Pending

MLSListings #ML81030918

Jul 26, 2010

Pending

EBRD #ML81030918

Jun 22, 2010

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81030918

$1,297,000
Jun 22, 2010

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81030918

$1,297,000
Jun 22, 2010

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81030918

$1,297,000
Dec 24, 1998

Sold

RESFAR #89808468

$835,000
Dec 24, 1998

Sold

EBRD #ML89808468

$835,000
Dec 24, 1998

Sold

MLSListings #ML89808468

$835,000
Nov 13, 1998

Pending

EBRD #ML89808468

Nov 13, 1998

Pending

MLSListings #ML89808468

Nov 13, 1998

Pending

RESFAR #89808468

Mar 10, 1998

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML89808468

$859,000
Mar 10, 1998

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #89808468

$859,000
Mar 10, 1998

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML89808468

$859,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/03/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82000201

$2,200,000
06/03/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82000201

$2,200,000
05/27/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558946143

$2,200,000

+4.3% / yr

05/06/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82000201

05/06/2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML82000201

05/06/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82000201

03/30/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82000201

$2,200,000
03/30/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82000201

$2,200,000
12/15/2015

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81519588

12/15/2015

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81519588

10/20/2015

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81519588

$1,698,000
10/20/2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81519588

$1,698,000
08/31/2010

Sold

EBRD #ML81030918

$1,175,000
08/31/2010

Sold

MLSListings #ML81030918

$1,175,000
08/31/2010

Sold

RESFAR #81030918

$1,175,000
08/25/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #295215595

$1,175,000
07/26/2010

Pending

RESFAR #81030918

07/26/2010

Pending

MLSListings #ML81030918

07/26/2010

Pending

EBRD #ML81030918

06/22/2010

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81030918

$1,297,000
06/22/2010

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81030918

$1,297,000
06/22/2010

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81030918

$1,297,000
12/24/1998

Sold

RESFAR #89808468

$835,000
12/24/1998

Sold

EBRD #ML89808468

$835,000
12/24/1998

Sold

MLSListings #ML89808468

$835,000
11/13/1998

Pending

EBRD #ML89808468

11/13/1998

Pending

MLSListings #ML89808468

11/13/1998

Pending

RESFAR #89808468

03/10/1998

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML89808468

$859,000
03/10/1998

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #89808468

$859,000
03/10/1998

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML89808468

$859,000

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

Public Records for 925 Skyward Drive

Taxable ValueLand$768,708Additions$736,677Total$1,505,385
Tax Record2025$17,430 ($1,452 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,327 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,327 SqFtLot Size68,694 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1984ZoningRACountySANTA CRUZAPN040-271-56Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 925 Skyward Drive

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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Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of California Inc, Melody Russell, DRE #01743923

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