Located in the heart of one of Aptos' most beloved beachside neighborhoods, 227 Center Ave offers the best of everyday coastal living with a relaxed, ready-for-anything vibe. Just a few blocks from the sand at Seacliff State Beach and moments from neighborhood favorites like Manuels, Mariannes, Pizza My Heart, and Sno-White Drive-In, you're never far from your next taco, cone, or sunset stroll. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features 1,464 square feet of thoughtfully updated space, including new flooring, a refreshed kitchen and baths, and plenty of natural light throughout. The floor plan balances comfort and function, with distinct living and dining areas downstairs and all bedrooms upstairs for a sense of retreat. Step outside to a private backyard - perfect for unwinding after a surf session, hosting casual get-togethers, or cultivating your garden dreams. A one-car garage and additional storage shed provide ample room for your beach gear, boards, and more. Just minutes from Aptos Village, Nisene Marks trailheads, and convenient freeway access, this home blends the laid-back charm of Seacliff with everyday practicality. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend escape, 227 Center puts you right where you want to be.
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
227 Center Ave, Aptos, CA 95003
3beds
1,464sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1977
2,570 Square Feet Lot
$1,229,800 Zestimate®
$854/sqft
$4,747 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,229,800
$1.09M - $1.39M
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Private backyardHosting casual get-togethersNew flooringCultivating your garden dreamsRefreshed kitchen and baths
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Natalie Pinkerton 01943205 831-247-2907,
David Lyng Real Estate 831-429-5700
Bought with:
Christopher Sauls, 02056259
PMZ Real Estate
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82010293
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Tile, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,464
- Total interior livable area: 1,464 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 2,570 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 04204406000
- Zoning: R-1-4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Aptos
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: FHA, VALoan, CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2025 | Sold | $1,250,000$854/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$854/sqft |
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| 7/5/2025 | Contingent | $1,250,000$854/sqft |
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| 6/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+47.1%$854/sqft |
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| 2/28/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/8/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 5/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/9/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,500$3/sqft |
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| 2/28/2019 | Sold | $850,000-1.2%$581/sqft |
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| 1/25/2019 | Pending sale | $860,000$587/sqft |
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| 1/5/2019 | Price change | $860,000-4.4%$587/sqft |
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| 10/17/2018 | Price change | $900,000-3.2%$615/sqft |
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| 10/2/2018 | Price change | $930,000-1.6%$635/sqft |
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| 8/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $945,000+1.1%$645/sqft |
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| 8/13/2017 | Listing removed | $935,000$639/sqft |
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| 6/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $935,000+27.9%$639/sqft |
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| 4/17/2015 | Sold | $731,000+0.3%$499/sqft |
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| 3/12/2015 | Pending sale | $729,000$498/sqft |
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| 2/10/2015 | Price change | $729,000-2.8%$498/sqft |
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| 10/14/2014 | Listed for sale | $750,000+130.1%$512/sqft |
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| 8/31/2000 | Sold | $326,000$223/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,329 +7.8% | $948,191 +2% |
| 2024 | $11,433 +2.1% | $929,599 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,198 +2.2% | $911,372 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,957 +3% | $893,502 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,636 +1.7% | $875,982 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,460 +9% | $867,000 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $9,596 +2.8% | $787,573 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,337 +0.9% | $772,130 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,251 +2.5% | $756,990 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,022 +55% | $742,147 +63.1% |
| 2015 | $5,821 +2.5% | $454,957 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,679 | $446,045 +12.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $395,481 -7.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $426,787 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $423,597 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $424,604 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $416,278 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $408,115 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $400,112 +7.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $372,340 +7.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $345,502 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $339,170 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $332,520 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $326,000 +384% |
| 2000 | -- | $67,361 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 95003
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Mar Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Aptos Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Aptos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 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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- California
- Santa Cruz County
- Aptos
- 95003
- 227 Center Ave
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