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listing_id: ML81986294
status: Closed
price: 1250000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1381
sqft_lot: 1981
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1981
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "259 Rio Del Mar Blvd"
city: Aptos
state: CA
zip: 95003
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 36.968467
lng: -121.902119
days_on_market: 505
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "Derek Kotval"
list_office: "Sotheby’s International Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(831) 760-1690"
list_agent_license: 02138133
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-02-02
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Santa Cruz County | Aptos | 95003 | 259 Rio Del Mar Blvd

259 Rio Del Mar Blvd, Aptos, CA 95003

MLS: ML81986294 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,250,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 1,381 1,981 1981

Remarks

Have you ever wanted to own a successful Airbnb property? This beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom attached single family home offers 1,381 sq ft of coastal living is just 18 homes from one of Monterey Bays finest beaches. Enjoy ocean views from your bedroom balcony. A top-floor master suite creates a loft space that looks down on kitchen and TV area. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level open to a serene back patio with stunning views of the Rio Del Mar area. This property is located in the Rio Del Mar Vacation zone, allowing for immediate short-term rental permit applications with no waitlist. Start generating income right away while enjoying your personal retreat a few times a year. Complete rental history and income sheets are available. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity!

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML81986294
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Loft Bedroom
Bathrooms Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tile
Kitchen Skylight(s)
Appliances Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Refrigerator
Dining Room Dining Area, Dining Bar, Skylight(s)
Family Room Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace Gas Starter
Flooring Hardwood
Laundry In Utility Room
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air - Gas

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Slab
Style Contemporary

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, On Street, Parking Area, Garage: 1 Car(s)
Elementary District Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District Pajaro Valley Unified
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning RM

Contact Information

Derek Kotval
Sotheby’s International Realty
License #: 02138133
Phone: (831) 760-1690

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Valencia Elementary School public K-6 0.75 mi 7
Aptos Junior High School public 7-8 1.20 mi 4
Mar Vista Elementary School public K-6 1.47 mi 6
Rio Del Mar Elementary School public K-6 1.53 mi 9
Aptos High School public 9-12 2.28 mi 8
New Brighton Middle School public 6-8 2.63 mi 6
Main Street Elementary School public K-5 3.24 mi 7
Soquel Elementary School public K-5 3.25 mi 5
Soquel High School public 9-12 3.56 mi 9
Renaissance High Continuation School public 9-12 4.19 mi 3
Live Oak Elementary School public K-5 4.40 mi 4
Del Mar Elementary School public K-5 4.57 mi 4
Shoreline Middle School public 6-8 4.66 mi 6
Special Education Preschool public UG 4.74 mi N/A
Ocean Alternative Education Center public K-8 4.74 mi 7
Mountain Elementary School public K-6 4.75 mi 9
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School public K-5 4.80 mi 7
Green Acres Elementary School public K-5 4.81 mi 5

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of February 02, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Derek Kotval, (831) 760-1690.