Nestled within an exclusive gated community, this stunning 3-bedroom, 3+bath residence offers breathtaking ocean views and unforgettable sunsets. The thoughtfully designed reverse floor plan takes full advantage of the sweeping vistas, filling the home with natural light. As you step inside, you'll be drawn to the handcrafted metal staircase that leads to the expansive upstairs great room -- the heart of the home. Here, you'll find custom cabinetry with abundant storage, top-tier appliances, including a Bosch dishwasher, GE Monogram refrigerator, double ovens, and a GE Profile microwave. Relax by the cozy fireplace or step onto the balcony to take in the fresh ocean breeze and view. The primary bedroom captures the morning sunrise and the occasional moonrise. An elevator brings you downstairs to a serene library and a spacious office, both featuring built-in cabinetry, plus two additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, a media area, and access to the outdoor kitchen overlooking the hot tub and sparkling lap pool. Entertain or unwind at the end of the day. Picture yourself watching the sun dip into the Pacific from your private spa. Conveniently located near Seascape, the beach, freeway, hiking trails, schools, shopping, and dining. Coastal living at its finest. Time to make it yours!
Sold for $3,600,000
$3,600,000
188 Zanzibar Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
3beds
3,113sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2005
7,231 Square Feet Lot
$3,467,600 Zestimate®
$1,156/sqft
$7,880 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,467,600
$3.16M - $3.78M
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Sparkling lap poolBreathtaking ocean viewsExclusive gated communityCozy fireplaceMorning sunriseHandcrafted metal staircaseCustom cabinetry
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Listed by:
Denise Norris 01452139 831-325-1970,
David Lyng Real Estate 831-475-8111
Bought with:
Liza Carneghi, 01943579
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Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82010296
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Library, Office
Bedroom
- Features: ReverseFloorPlan, WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, OutsideAccess, StallShower, Tub, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningFamilyCombo
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Tile
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Inverted Floor Plan
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,113
- Total interior livable area: 3,113 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Guest
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Courtyard
- Pool features: Pool Cover, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Pool/Spa Combo
- Spa features: Other, Pool/SpaCombo, Spa/HotTub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Greenbelt, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 7,231 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 05317105000
- Zoning: R-1-6
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Masonry Perimeter
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Garden Greenbelt Trails
- HOA fee: $350 monthly
Location
- Region: Aptos
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,499,928
- Annual tax amount: $29,872
- Date on market: 8/26/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2025 | Sold | $3,600,000+0.1%$1,156/sqft |
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| 10/25/2025 | Contingent | $3,595,000$1,155/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,595,000$1,155/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Contingent | $3,595,000$1,155/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,595,000+349.4%$1,155/sqft |
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| 11/3/2003 | Sold | $800,000+14.3%$257/sqft |
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| 6/7/2002 | Sold | $700,000+41.4%$225/sqft |
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| 12/21/1999 | Sold | $495,000$159/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,872 +7.4% | $2,499,928 +2% |
| 2024 | $27,810 +1.7% | $2,450,909 +2% |
| 2023 | $27,340 +1.9% | $2,402,852 +2% |
| 2022 | $26,825 +2.2% | $2,355,738 +2% |
| 2021 | $26,256 +1.6% | $2,309,547 +1% |
| 2020 | $25,846 +1.8% | $2,285,865 +2% |
| 2019 | $25,395 +2.7% | $2,241,045 +2% |
| 2018 | $24,735 +0.8% | $2,197,103 +2% |
| 2017 | $24,538 +2.7% | $2,154,023 +2% |
| 2016 | $23,902 +0.5% | $2,111,787 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $23,789 +2.3% | $2,080,066 +2% |
| 2014 | $23,260 | $2,039,320 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,990,297 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,951,272 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,936,689 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,941,289 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,903,224 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,865,906 +161.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $714,000 +38.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $514,998 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $504,900 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $495,000 |
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Neighborhood: 95003
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Rio Del Mar Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Aptos Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Aptos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: PajaroValleyUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 95003
- 188 Zanzibar Dr
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