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.
Sold for $2,075,000
$2,075,000
230 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
3beds
1,999sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1971
8,756 Square Feet Lot
$2,057,800 Zestimate®
$1,038/sqft
$6,306 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,057,800
$1.83M - $2.33M
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Breathtaking ocean viewsPrivate landscaped backyardCustom cabinetryEngineered wood flooringCaesarstone quartz countertopsFloor-to-ceiling windowsBright open-concept floor plan
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Listed by:
Brett Gotcher 02011453 831-254-6252,
Epique Realty 888-893-3537
Bought with:
Pauline Huang, 01926086
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82018309
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: IslandwithSink, Skylights
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Insert, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,999
- Total interior livable area: 1,999 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Courtyard
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 8,756 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 05310206000
- Zoning: R-1-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Aptos
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,038/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,591,823
- Annual tax amount: $19,606
- Date on market: 8/15/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Sold | $2,075,000-4.6%$1,038/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Pending sale | $2,175,000$1,088/sqft |
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| 10/4/2025 | Contingent | $2,175,000$1,088/sqft |
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| 8/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,175,000+55.5%$1,088/sqft |
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| 6/27/2018 | Sold | $1,399,000$700/sqft |
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| 4/11/2018 | Sold | $1,399,000$700/sqft |
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| 3/8/2018 | Pending sale | $1,399,000$700/sqft |
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| 2/27/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000+95.7%$700/sqft |
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| 8/21/2002 | Sold | $715,000+0.4%$358/sqft |
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| 5/9/2001 | Sold | $712,000+137.3%$356/sqft |
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| 7/28/1998 | Sold | $300,000$150/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,606 +7.6% | $1,591,823 +2% |
| 2024 | $18,226 +1.9% | $1,560,612 +2% |
| 2023 | $17,893 +2% | $1,530,011 +2% |
| 2022 | $17,539 +2.5% | $1,500,011 +2% |
| 2021 | $17,115 +1.6% | $1,470,598 +1% |
| 2020 | $16,842 +1.8% | $1,455,520 +2% |
| 2019 | $16,546 +57.8% | $1,426,980 +62.4% |
| 2018 | $10,485 +0.9% | $878,417 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,392 +2.6% | $861,193 +2% |
| 2016 | $10,132 +0.9% | $844,307 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $10,045 -0.9% | $831,625 -1.6% |
| 2014 | $10,136 | $844,765 +14.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $736,450 -2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $757,900 +1.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $743,600 -5.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $786,500 -0.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $788,388 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $772,930 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $757,775 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $742,917 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $728,350 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $715,000 -1.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $726,240 +111.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $343,332 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $336,600 |
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Neighborhood: 95003
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Rio Del Mar Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Aptos Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Aptos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: RiodelMarElementary
- High: AptosHigh
- 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
- 230 Thunderbird Dr
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