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Property Description
Once in a lifetime opportunity to buy this stunning beachfront home inside the Beach Drive gates. It features panoramic Monterey Bay views from Pebble Beach to Santa Cruz. This bright, spacious 5-bedroom plus a bonus room, 4.5 baths retreat is in the lovely coastal town of Aptos with all its great amenities, including shops and restaurants. This large beachfront haven features nearly a quarter of an acre of land and beach ownership to the mean high tide line. Hear the waves, see the shorebirds, and enjoy direct private access to your own plot of sand next to the magnificent Pacific Ocean. Vaulted ceilings, tasteful decor, and lovely colors are featured in all the rooms. The kitchen features a breakfast bar and Viking appliances. The kitchen family room combination includes a fireplace, multiple sitting and dining areas and a soaring vaulted ceiling and access to the huge deck directly above the beach. 2-bedroom suites enjoy stunning ocean views. Expansive front Trex deck, interior private deck and top-floor private crow's nest deck with 360-degree view adjoining primary bedroom. Large metal tool chest in utility room. Wine fridge. Separate laundry room. Fabulous home for family, friends and business colleagues to gather and enjoy the breathtaking ocean views.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 545 Beach Dr
General
- Price: $5,995,000
- HOA FEE: $50/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82015042
- Updated: 11/14/2025
- Added to Site: 182 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, 2 Stall Showers or More, Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom Features: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Street Parking
Location
- Area: Rio Del Mar/Seascape
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Rio Del Mar Blvd.
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Common Area Insurance, Common Area Maintenance, Other
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Central Air (Gas/Forced Air)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Water Softener (Owned)
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Crawlspace, Foundation Pillars
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 2,848
- Year Built: 1965
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.228
- Minimum Lot Size: 9932
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,932
- Zoning: RB
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $600
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
Disclosures and Reports
- Restrictions: None
Listed by Haselton Properties, Britt Haselton
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Schools
Schools serving 545 Beach Dr
School District:Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rio Del Mar Elementary School 819 Pinehurst Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 | K-6 | 1 mi |
Aptos Junior High School 1001 Huntington Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 | 7-8 | 1.2 mi |
Aptos High School 100 Mariner Way, Aptos, CA 95003 | 9-12 | 2 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 545 Beach Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/14/2025
Price Reduced
$5,995,000
-14.27%
MLS
7/17/2025
Listed
$6,993,000
599.3%
MLS
5/26/1993
Sold
$1,000,000
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Public Record
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 545 Beach Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$22,960
9%
$1,888,471
4%
2023
$20,979
2%
$1,815,138
2%
2022
$20,572
2%
$1,779,548
2%
2021
$20,101
2%
$1,744,655
1%
2020
$19,783
2%
$1,726,766
2%
2019
$19,437
3%
$1,692,907
2%
2018
$18,928
1%
$1,659,712
2%
2017
$18,773
3%
$1,627,171
2%
2016
$18,290
1%
$1,595,265
2%
2015
$18,188
2%
$1,571,302
2%
2014
$17,780
—
$1,540,522
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2013
$17,862
—
$1,533,559
—
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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545 Beach Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 (MLS# ML82015042) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 545 Beach Dr is currently listed for $5,995,000 and was received on July 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 545 Beach Dr? 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.

