261 Dry Creek Rd, Aptos, CA 95003 - Photo 1

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$1,445,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,057 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage
Updated 15 hours ago

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Property Description

NOW $1,460,000.00 Major REDUCTION! No home puts you this close to the beach for this price. Just a short 0.30.5 mile stroll down a scenic trail lands you at Hidden Beach & Hidden Beach Parkyour private gateway to sandy shores, gentle waves, playgrounds, picnic spots, & miles of coastal trails. Stroll to the ocean anytime and live the Aptos beach lifestyle every day. This perfect second vacation home is a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 2,057 sq ft retreat on a 4,312 sq ft lot. The reverse floor plan maximizes light with elegant hardwood and tile floors throughout. The open living area features a cozy gas fireplace and bay window, flowing into an updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a skylight. The primary suite includes a private bath, plus 2 additional bedrooms. A versatile lower-level office with separate entrance and full bath is ideal for remote work or guests, while the entertaining room with built-in bar sets the stage for memorable gatherings that step outside to expansive wrap around decking, also a fenced backyard with fire pit and outdoor shower. A 2-car garage and dog run complete the package. Near Seascape Resort, golf, Deluxe Foods, and top Aptos schools, this is your coastal sanctuary the beach at your doorstep, now more attainable than ever!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 261 Dry Creek Rd

General

Sold For: $1,445,000
HOA FEE: $152
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82025722
Added to Site: 84 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office
Interior Features: Bay Window, Garden Window, High Ceiling , Wet Bar
Fireplace(s): Gas Starter, Living Room
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Granite, Half on Ground Floor, Tub with Jets, Updated Bath

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Family Room: No Family Room
Kitchen: Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Built-In Oven/Range , Gas, Refrigerator
Laundry: Washer / Dryer

Additional Information

Extras: Not Applicable

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached Garage, On Street

Location

Area: Rio Del Mar/Seascape
County: Santa Cruz
Cross Streets: Sumner Ave

Community

Association: Yes
Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Common Area Insurance

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Central Air (Gas/Forced Air), Fireplace

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

Construction: Detached
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Square Feet: 2,057
Year Built: 1986

Lot Features

Property View: Greenbelt
Lot Size (Acres): 0.099
Minimum Lot Size: 4312
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,312
Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck , Outdoor Fireplace
Zoning: R-1-4
Fencing (Description): Fenced Back

Financial Considerations

Association Fee: $152

Listed by Bailey Properties, Kelly Mechem
Sold by S0119, Robert Bailey

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Schools

Schools serving 261 Dry Creek Rd

School District:Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Rio Del Mar Elementary School 819 Pinehurst Drive, Aptos, CA 95003	K-6	0.7 mi
Aptos Junior High School 1001 Huntington Drive, Aptos, CA 95003	7-8	1 mi
Aptos High School 100 Mariner Way, Aptos, CA 95003	9-12	1.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 261 Dry Creek Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/15/2026

Sold

$1,445,000

-1.03%

MLS

12/11/2025

Price Reduced

$1,460,000

-2.6%

MLS

11/10/2025

Price Reduced

$1,499,000

-4.83%

MLS

10/23/2025

Listed

$1,575,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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261 Dry Creek Rd Aptos, CA 95003