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Property Description
Welcome to this light-filled contemporary home nestled in the sunny foothills of Aptos, freshly updated with brand-new carpet throughout. Soaring ceilings, a dramatic loft, and walls of glass fill the open great room with natural light and frame serene treed-hillside views. The kitchen features granite counters and a breakfast bar that flows effortlessly to expansive decks, perfect for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. A flexible bonus space on the lower level, complete with its own kitchenette and private entrance, offers versatility for guest quarters, a home office, or multigenerational living. Set on an oversized parcel with room to grow, this property is a rare opportunity to add value and truly make it your own, all just minutes from Aptos Junior High, local beaches, and hiking trails.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 144 Bowen Ave
General
- Price: $1,299,000
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82053494
- Updated: 10/2/2026
- Added to Site: 93 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Loft, Utility Room
- Interior Features: High Ceiling , Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Primary - Tub with Jets, Showers over Tubs (2 or More), Tile, 2 Tubs or More
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: Gas Cooktop, Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Hood over Range, Island, Microwave, Gas Oven, Pantry, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electricity Hookup (110V), Gas Hookup, Washer / Dryer
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: None
Parking
- Parking Features: No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Uncovered Parking
Location
- Area: Aptos
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Wallace Avenue
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Central Air (Gas/Forced Air), Fireplace , Gas, Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Connected, Sump Pump
- Water: Public
- Telecomm.: Satellite Dish
- Utility Description: Natural Gas, Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Detached, Wood , Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawlspace, Post and Pier, Raised
- Roof: Composition, Tar and Gravel
- Disability Access: None
- Square Feet: 2,057
- Year Built: 1974
Lot Features
- Property View: Forest / Woods, Hills
- Minimum Lot Size: 13634
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 13,634
- Grounds/Landscape: Balcony / Patio, Deck , Fenced, Storage Shed / Structure
- Zoning: R-1-10
- Lot Description: Hillside, Grade Slopes Down
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Double-Pane Windows, Floor Insulation, Low-Flow Toilet
Listed by Bailey Properties, Kiabeth Cook
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Schools
Schools serving 144 Bowen Ave
School District:Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Valencia Elementary School 250 Aptos School Road, Aptos, CA 95003 | K-6 | 1 mi |
Aptos Junior High School 1001 Huntington Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 | 7-8 | 0.4 mi |
Aptos High School 100 Mariner Way, Aptos, CA 95003 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 144 Bowen Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/08/2026
Price Reduced
$1,299,000
-3.78%
MLS
7/08/2026
Listed
$1,350,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 144 Bowen Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,753
—
$380,998
2%
2025
$5,753
12%
$373,528
4%
2023
$5,144
3%
$359,023
2%
2022
$5,005
5%
$351,983
2%
2021
$4,776
2%
$345,082
1%
2020
$4,686
2%
$341,544
2%
2019
$4,598
3%
$334,847
2%
2018
$4,465
1%
$328,281
2%
2017
$4,413
2%
$321,845
2%
2016
$4,311
2%
$315,534
2%
2015
$4,234
3%
$310,794
2%
2014
$4,126
—
$304,706
—
2013
$4,139
—
$303,329
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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144 Bowen Ave, Aptos, CA 95003 (MLS# ML82053494) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 144 Bowen Ave is currently listed for $1,299,000 and was received on July 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 144 Bowen Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Aptos? You can browse all Aptos real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

