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Property Description
Discover this enchanting property along a peaceful country lane, cherished by only two families since 1927. Lovingly updated, it blends historical charm with modern comforts. The heart of the home features a kitchen with a classic Wedgewood stove, flowing into a spacious dining area and extending outdoors to a patio with an outdoor kitchenperfect for enjoying the Mediterranean climate. Inside, the living room is a cozy retreat with a wood-burning stove and fir floors. The expansive downstairs primary bedroom, filled with natural light, includes a clawfoot tub and opens to a large covered deck for peaceful moments. A second bedroom and full bath are on the main level, while the upper floor offers three more bedrooms and two full baths, all with warm wood floors and ample storage. Leaded glass windows create enchanting light play throughout. The property is adorned with redwoods, legacy oaks, and gardens bursting with seasonal blooms, fruits, and vegetables, supported by bee boxes. Amenities include a spacious four-car garage, a workshop, and storage areas with conversion potential, alongside a double chicken coop and olive orchard with five Italian varietals. Spanning 10+ acres, this property offers serene living and an ideal lifestyle near Aptos, Monterey Bay, & Silicon Valley.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 653 Larkin Valley Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,900,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82024933
- Added to Site: 90 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Workshop
- Fireplace(s): Wood Stove
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Bathroom Features: Full on Ground Floor, Oversized Tub, Primary - Oversized Tub, Shower and Tub, Solid Surface, Stone, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
- Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Hood over Range, Double Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Workshop in Garage
Location
- Area: Larkin Valley
- County: Santa Cruz
- Cross Streets: Buena Vista Drive
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air), Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Standard Septic System
- Water: Spring , Water on Site
- Utility Description: Propane on Site
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Construction: Detached, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Square Feet: 2,562
- Year Built: 1927
Lot Features
- Property View: Forest / Woods, Garden / Greenbelt, Hills, Other
- Lot Size (Acres): 10.17
- Minimum Lot Size: 443005
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 443,005
- Zoning: RA
- Lot Description: Grade Varies
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Schools
Schools serving 653 Larkin Valley Rd
School District:Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Calabasas Elementary School 202 Calabasas Road, Watsonville, CA 95076 | K-6 | 1.9 mi |
Aptos Junior High School 1001 Huntington Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 | 7-8 | 3.8 mi |
Aptos High School 100 Mariner Way, Aptos, CA 95003 | 9-12 | 2.9 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 653 Larkin Valley Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/17/2025
Sold
$1,900,000
0.26%
MLS
10/17/2025
Listed
$1,895,000
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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.
653 Larkin Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076 (MLS# ML82024933) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,900,000 on December 17, 2025. This property was sold by Randy Brown from our Aptos Office.Want to learn more about 653 Larkin Valley Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Watsonville? You can browse all Watsonville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


