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Sold on 10/28/2025

230 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA 95003

$2,015,900

Last sold 10/28/2025 for $2.07M

  • 3

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 1,999

    Sqft ($1,038/Sqft)

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About 230 Thunderbird Dr

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1971
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 8,756 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
Perched above the Seascape neighborhoods of Aptos, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers breathtaking ocean views and refined coastal living just minutes from the beach. Thoughtfully renovated with a blend of modern finishes, this home is designed to take full advantage of its idyllic surroundings. Step inside to find a bright, open-concept floor plan, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of the Pacific. The spacious living area features vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and engineered wood flooring, creating a warm, airy ambiance perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen is a showstopper, fully remodeled with Caesarstone quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, a large island with bar seating, and high-end stainless appliancesall oriented to enjoy the coastal panorama. The main house features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, with the primary bath en-suite. The detached bonus room is perfect for your ocean view office or game room and comes with another full bath. Outside, enjoy the private landscaped backyard, ideal for entertaining or simply soaking in the sea breeze. Located in a peaceful neighborhood just minutes from miles of sandy beaches, the Seascape Resort and local shops and restaurants, this home offers the best Aptos has to offer.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Brett Gotcher
Listing Office - Epique Realty
Source: MLSListings mls logo
MLS#ML82018309 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked MLSListings for data 3 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Ceiling Fan
Heating Central Forced Air
Type Residential
MLS # ML82018309
SqFt 1999
SubType Single Family Home
Lot Size (Acres) 0.201
Year Built 1971
Interior
# Full Baths 3
Bathrooms Double Sinks, Full On Ground Floor, Granite, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower Over Tub - 1, Updated Bath
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom, More Than One Bedroom On Ground Floor, Walk-in Closet
Family Room No Family Room
Laundry Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Washer / Dryer
Kitchen Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island With Sink, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Skylight
Other Rooms Bonus / Hobby Room, Recreation Room
Dining Room Dining Area, Eat In Kitchen
Flooring Tile, Wood
Fireplace Insert, Living Room
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab, Post And Pier
Roof Composition
Garage/ Parking Desc Detached Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street
# Parking Spaces 2
# Garage Spaces 2
Yard/ Grounds Back Yard, Courtyard, Deck, Fenced, Sprinklers - Lawn
Lot Description Views
Fencing Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Wood
Amenities / Utilities
Water Sources Public
Sewer/ Septic Sewer - Public
Energy Features Solar Power, Tankless Water Heater
Utilities Public Utilities
HOA Amenities High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
Location
View Bay, Ocean
County Santa Cruz
Area Rio Del Mar/Seascape
APN 053-102-06-000
Zoning R-1-10
$2.01M
Range: $1.86M-$2.16M
Last 30 days 
  • Oct 2025
    mls logo MLS # ML82018309
  • Oct 28, 2025 Sold
    $2,075,000 (-4.6%)
  • Oct 23, 2025 Pending
    —
  • Oct 4, 2025 Contingent
    —
  • Aug 15, 2025 Listed
    $2,175,000
  • Aug 15, 2025 Listed
    $2,175,000 (+55.5%)
  • Apr 2018
    mls logo MLS # ML81694040
  • Apr 11, 2018 Sold
    $1,399,000
  • Apr 11, 2018 Sold
    $1,399,000
  • Mar 8, 2018 Active
    —
  • Mar 8, 2018 Contingent
    —
  • Feb 26, 2018 Listed
    $1,399,000
  • Feb 26, 2018 Listed
    $1,399,000 (+95.7%)
  • Aug 2002
    mls logo MLS # ML80219685
  • Aug 22, 2002 Sold
    $715,000 (-0.6%)
  • Apr 24, 2002 Listed
    $719,500 (+1.1%)
  • May 2001
    mls logo MLS # ML80115072
  • May 10, 2001 Sold
    $712,000
  • May 10, 2001 Sold
    $712,000 (-2.3%)
  • Mar 23, 2001 Listed
    $729,000
  • Mar 23, 2001 Listed
    $729,000 (+5.7%)
  • May 2000
    mls logo MLS # ML80015343
  • May 18, 2000 Canceled
    —
  • Apr 16, 2000 Listed
    $690,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $18,226 +1.9%
    $1,560,612
  • 2023
    $17,893 +2.0%
    $1,560,612 +4.04%
  • 2022
    $17,539 +2.5%
    $1,500,011 +2.0%
  • 2021
    $17,115 +1.6%
    $1,470,598 +1.04%
  • 2020
    $16,842 +1.8%
    $1,455,520
  • 2019
    $16,546 +57.8%
    $1,455,520 +2.0%
  • 2018
    $10,485 +0.9%
    $1,426,980 +62.45%
  • 2017
    $10,392 +2.6%
    $878,417 +2.0%
  • 2016
    $10,132 +0.9%
    $861,193
  • 2015
    $10,045
    —
  • 230 Thunderbird Dr
    $2.07M
  • Rio Del Mar/seascape
    —
  • 95003
    $1.25M -10% y/y
  • Aptos
    $1.29M -10% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
210 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 $2,663,000 3/2 2,331 0.01
250 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 $2,020,300 5/3 2,794 0.02
122 Thunderbird Ct, Aptos, CA 95003 $1,573,300 3/2 1,825 0.02
190 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 $2,293,300 5/3 2,607 0.03
130 Thunderbird Ct, Aptos, CA 95003 $2,272,200 3/2 2,447 0.03
42 Pebble Beach Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 $2,180,700 3/2 3,155 0.03
56 Pebble Beach Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 $1,472,400 3/2 1,804 0.03
255 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 $1,763,900 3/2 2,042 0.04

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

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