Home | Santa Cruz County | Aptos | 95003 | 1251 Cox Rd
MLS: ML82017777 | Status: Sold | Price: $2,250,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 4
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 3,168 | 6.56 | 1978 |
This is your opportunity to own a rare beautiful luxury-style ranch with unmatched sunrises. Set on almost 7 sunny usable acres just 6 minutes to Hwy 1 and downtown Aptos, 1251 Cox Rd blends privacy, convenience, and a fully remodeled single-level layout. The main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, including two ensuite bedrooms with the primary suite privately positioned on its own wing. Facing due east, the home welcomes golden sunrise light across the great room and front acreage. Outdoors, expansive level areas invite gardens, orchard, hobby vineyard, play fields, or future amenities. The backyard provides an open canvas for a pool, tennis court, or even an outdoor oasis. A detached guest house adds flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or office/studio use, and adjoins a large garage/workspace. Recent updates deliver turnkey comfort; modern finishes, refreshed baths, and a cohesive palette throughout, while the single-story design keeps life simple. Enjoy the best of Aptos living: room to breathe, quick access to beaches, shops, and schools, and an easy commute corridor to Santa Cruz or Silicon Valley. A rare acreage opportunity with a fully remodeled ranch, separated bedroom wings, and true indoor-outdoor potential; ready for your next chapter.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82017777 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat - 2+, Walk-in Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor |
| Bathrooms | Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| Dining Room | Dining Area, No Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | Kitchen/Family Room Combo |
| Fireplace | Gas Burning |
| Flooring | Laminate, Stone, Tile |
| Laundry | Inside |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air |
| Heating | Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Propane |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle |
| Foundation | Combination, Concrete Perimeter, Slab |
| Style | Ranch |
| Horse Property | Yes |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Detached, Gate/Door Opener, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Pajaro Valley Unified |
| High School District | Pajaro Valley Unified |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Water | Well |
| Zoning | A |
Mario Desantis
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 02119587
Phone: (831) 291-0511
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aptos High School | public | 9-12 | 2.11 mi | 8 |
| Aptos Junior High School | public | 7-8 | 2.55 mi | 4 |
| Valencia Elementary School | public | K-6 | 2.95 mi | 7 |
| Bradley Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.43 mi | 5 |
| Rio Del Mar Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.43 mi | 9 |
| Mar Vista Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.80 mi | 6 |
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