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851 Burns Ave, Aptos, CA 95003

$852,000

Last sold 09/04/2025 for $825K

3
bed
2.5
bath
1,284
Sqft ($643/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 851 Burns Ave

Property type House

Neighborhood

Year built 1978

HOA fee $0/month

Lot size 5,793 Sqft

Movoto estimate

Property description

Escape to this serene Aptos Hills retreat, where nature and comfort blend seamlessly. Perched like a treehouse above the redwoods with views of Nisene Marks, the home is filled with natural light and peaceful energy. Enjoy central heating, a cozy wood-burning stove with fan, and updated appliances including a newer refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. A spacious deck is ideal for entertaining, while the sunny garden space offers endless potential. Recent upgrades include new carpet downstairs, waterproof vinyl flooring in the primary bedroom, recessed lighting, a ceiling fan, and a modern vanity in the primary bath. A detached 144 sq ft bonus office under the carport adds the perfect flex space for work or hobbies. Surrounded by hiking trails and just minutes from Monte Toyon Camp, youre only 3 minutes to Aptos Village shops and dininglike New Leaf Market and Penny Ice Creameryand 5 minutes to the beach. Whether youre gardening, hosting, or heading out for adventure, this home offers a rare balance of privacy, sunlight, and convenience.

Listed by

Listing Agent - Megan Archer

Listing Office - Real Brokerage Technologies

Source: MLSListings

MLS#ML82010259 • last updated 1 year ago

Movoto checked MLSListings for data 1 minute ago

Overview
Cooling/AC	Ceiling Fan
Heating	Central Forced Air - Gas
Type	Residential
MLS #	ML82010259
SqFt	1284
SubType	Single Family Home
Virtual Tour	N/A
3-D Tour	N/A
Lot Size (Acres)	0.133
Year Built	1978

Interior
# Full Baths	2
# Half Baths	1
Bathrooms	Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Bath
Total # of Bedrooms	3
Bedrooms	Reverse Floor Plan, Walk-in Closet
Family Room	No Family Room
Laundry	Washer / Dryer, Inside
Kitchen	Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Pantry, Oven Range - Electric, Skylight
Other Rooms	Artist Studio, Bonus / Hobby Room
Dining Room	Dining Area In Living Room
Flooring	Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Fireplace	Wood Burning

Exterior
Foundation	Post And Pier
Roof	Composition
Garage/ Parking Desc	Carport
# Parking Spaces	2
Yard/ Grounds	Deck
Lot Description	Grade - Sloped Down

Amenities / Utilities
Water Sources	Public
Sewer/ Septic	Septic Connected
Utilities	Propane On Site
Communications	Cable TV
2nd Unit	Detached Room, Other
HOA Amenities	Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Vaulted Ceiling, Inverted Floor Plan, Garden Window, Skylight
2nd Unit: Living Space (SqFt)	144

Location
View	Forest / Woods
County	Santa Cruz
Area	Aptos
APN	040-162-09-000
Zoning	R-1-15

$852K

Range: $783K-$920K

Last 30 days

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Sep 2025
Public Records
Sep 4, 2025 Sold
$825,000
Sep 2025
MLS # ML82010259
Sep 4, 2025 Sold
$825,000
Aug 28, 2025 Pending
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Aug 14, 2025 Contingent
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Jul 22, 2025 Price Change
$825,000 (-2.9%)
Jun 9, 2025 Listed
$850,000
Jun 9, 2025 Listed
$850,000 (-2.2%)
May 2025
MLS # ML81992902
May 14, 2025 Price Change
$869,000 (-3.3%)
Feb 5, 2025 Listed
$899,000
Feb 5, 2025 Listed
$899,000 (-3.9%)
Nov 2024
MLS # ML81972099
Nov 19, 2024 Price Change
$935,000 (-3.1%)
Sep 18, 2024 Price Change
$965,000 (-3.3%)
Aug 27, 2024 Price Change
$998,000 (-2.6%)
Jul 17, 2024 Listed
$1,025,000
Jul 6, 2024 Listed
$1,025,000 (+18.5%)
Sep 2021
Public Records
Sep 16, 2021 Sold
$865,000
Sep 2021
MLS # ML81849508
Sep 16, 2021 Sold
$865,000
Sep 16, 2021 Sold
$865,000
Sep 16, 2021 Sold
$865,000 (-1.1%)
Aug 23, 2021 Active
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Aug 23, 2021 Pending Show For Backups
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Aug 23, 2021 Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2021 Price Change
$875,000 (-2.7%)
Jun 22, 2021 Listed
$899,000
Jun 18, 2021 Listed
$899,000
Jun 17, 2021 Listed
$899,000 (+22.3%)
Jan 2019
MLS # ML81728673
Jan 23, 2019 Withdrawn
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Dec 22, 2018 Listed
—
Dec 22, 2018 Listed
—
Dec 15, 2018 Active
—
Dec 15, 2018 Contingent
—
Nov 29, 2018 Price Change
$735,000 (-1.9%)
Oct 23, 2018 Listed
$749,000
Oct 23, 2018 Listed
$749,000 (+1.9%)
Feb 2008
MLS # ML80748622
Feb 1, 2008 Expired
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Aug 29, 2007 Listed
$735,000 (+16.5%)
Aug 2005
MLS # ML80533852
Aug 8, 2005 Sold
$631,000
Jun 17, 2005 Listed
$635,000
Jun 17, 2005 Listed
$635,000
Jul 2005
Public Records
Jul 29, 2005 Sold
$631,000 (-0.6%)

Year Property taxes Tax assessment
2024
$10,074 +1.6%

$899,946 +2.0%
2023
$9,919 +1.8%

$882,300 +2.0%
2022
$9,741 +9.5%

$865,000
2021
$8,898 +11.6%

$865,000 +8.58%
2020
$7,971 +1.8%

$796,648 +11.42%
2019
$7,827 +8.7%

$715,000 -7.51%
2018
$7,198 +4.6%

$773,019 +18.38%
2017
$6,881 +8.6%

$652,975 +6.0%
2016
$6,337 +5.4%

$616,014
2015
$6,014

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851 Burns Ave
$825K
Aptos
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95003
$1.29M -5% y/y
Aptos
$1.31M -6% y/y

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Statistics calculated by Movoto

	Est. value	Bed/bath	Sqft	mi
853 Burns Ave, Aptos, CA 95003	$941,000	3/2	1,561	0.01
849 Burns Ave, Aptos, CA 95003	$901,000	3/1	1,332	0.02
830 Cathedral Dr, Aptos, CA 95003	$1,171,000	3/2	2,264	0.02
857 Burns Ave, Aptos, CA 95003	$893,000	3/2	1,276	0.03
832 Cathedral Dr, Aptos, CA 95003	$641,000	2/1	637	0.03
818 Cathedral Dr, Aptos, CA 95003	$992,000	3/2	1,774	0.03
859 Burns Ave, Aptos, CA 95003	$877,000	3/2	1,271	0.04
823 Cathedral Dr, Aptos, CA 95003	$1,078,000	3/2	2,329	0.05

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.