This two-story Aptos home blends character, forest outlooks, and everyday convenience just minutes from town. A bright remodeled kitchen with retro tile welcomes the morning light and flows into a living room defined by open-beam ceilings and a classic brick fireplace that makes an inviting centerpiece. Each of the three bedrooms offers its own sense of individuality, while large windows frame lush greenery that brings the outdoors into focus throughout the home. Two separate decks extend the living space, one off the main kitchen and living area, and another on the lower level. Theyre perfect for barbecues, morning coffee, or simply relaxing among the trees. A second fireplace downstairs enhances the cozy atmosphere during cooler months, while also creating flexible options for work, play, or entertaining. With thoughtful design details, natural surroundings, and a functional layout across two stories, this property delivers both style and practicality. Local coffee shops, grocery stores, and the best of Aptos are just a short drive away, offering a lifestyle that combines comfort at home with easy access to the coast and community amenities.
Sold for $1,100,000
$1,100,000
250 Carol Way, Aptos, CA 95003
3beds
2,232sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1972
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,088,400 Zestimate®
$493/sqft
$5,205 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,088,400
$969,000 - $1.22M
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Classic brick fireplaceSecond fireplace downstairsLarge windowsOpen-beam ceilingsTwo separate decksLush greeneryRemodeled kitchen
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Listed by:
Strock Team 70010201 831-688-9800,
eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427,
Rose Wood 01344958 831-239-2484,
eXp Realty of California Inc
Bought with:
Joe Prather, 02001091
eXp Realty of California Inc
Walter Regan, 02011509
eXp Realty of California Inc
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82021242
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, ShowerandTub, StallShower, Tile
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, NoFormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,232
- Total interior livable area: 2,232 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down
Details
- Parcel number: 04138129000
- Zoning: R-1-10
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised, Slab, Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: NaturalGas, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Aptos
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Sold | $1,100,000-4.3%$493/sqft |
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| 12/17/2025 | Pending sale | $1,149,000$515/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Contingent | $1,149,000$515/sqft |
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| 11/13/2025 | Price change | $1,149,000-4.2%$515/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000+34.7%$537/sqft |
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| 9/6/2018 | Sold | $890,000+3.6%$399/sqft |
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| 8/10/2018 | Pending sale | $859,000$385/sqft |
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| 7/31/2018 | Listed for sale | $859,000$385/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,714 +8.6% | $992,812 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,789 +1.6% | $973,345 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,622 +1.8% | $954,260 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,431 +2.9% | $935,549 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,135 +1.5% | $917,205 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,986 +1.7% | $907,800 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,816 +620.4% | $890,000 +687.6% |
| 2018 | $1,363 +0.7% | $113,001 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,352 +2.4% | $110,787 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,320 +4.2% | $108,615 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,267 +2% | $106,983 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,242 | $104,887 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $102,365 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $100,358 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $99,608 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $99,845 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $97,887 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $95,968 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $94,086 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $92,241 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $90,433 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $88,775 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $87,035 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $85,328 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $83,655 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 95003
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Valencia Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Aptos Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Aptos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: ValenciaElementary_1
- Middle: AptosJuniorHigh
- 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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Estimated market value
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- California
- Santa Cruz County
- Aptos
- 95003
- 250 Carol Way
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