553 Beach Drive, Aptos, CA 95003

$7,498,000 Asking Price

4 beds
3 baths
2,150  sqft
Built in 1965

Oceanfront Luxury nestled behind private gates. This exquisite beach home is masterfully designed by renowned architect Thatcher Thompson & impeccably constructed by DeMattei Construction. A charming central courtyard beckons from behind an unassuming entry door, interconnecting different wings of the property through sliding doors & revealing a breathtaking coastal landscape. Every detail has been meticulously considered, ensuring a blend of comfort & sophistication. Step into an impressive great room, where high ceilings, big picture windows, & elegant finishes create an ambiance of grandeur. Adjacent, the equally stunning kitchen beckons with high-end appliances & an expansive island dining bar. Inside, find multiple places to relax & retreat, whether by the fireplace, in the cozy den, or on the expansive oceanfront deck. Immerse yourself in the serenity of coastal living with sweeping views from Santa Cruz to Monterey & steps leading directly to the sandy shore. Watch dolphins & whales play in the ocean, birds stroll along the sand, & sunsets paint the sky in hues of gold and pink. Restaurants & everyday amenities just a short distance away. A rare opportunity to embrace the lifestyle you've always dreamed


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Utility Room,Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances:
Double Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Vented Exhaust Fan
Flooring:
Carpet,Stone
A/C:
true, None
Heating:
true, Central
Fireplace:
Family Room,Gas Starter, Fireplace

Exterior

Parking:
Guest,Off Street, Parking spaces: 0

Construction

Roofing:
Composition
General:
1, Pillar/Post/Pier

Location

HOA Amenities:
Security, 600.0, Annually
Originating MLS:
CRMLS
School District:
Other
County:
Santa Cruz

Lot

Zoning:
RB, 04315231000
View:
Bay,City Lights,Hills,Neighborhood,Ocean,Water, View

Utilities

Water:
Public

Financial

Source:
CRMLS
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.000

This listing courtesy of:
David Lyng Real Estate, Lyng-Vidrine Team

About Aptos, CA

Housing

Number of Units
11,964
Median Home Value
$923,291
Median Rent
$1,858

21.55% of housing units are renter occupied.

14.56% are vacant.

Commute

Car
50.28%
Public Transportation
0.36%
Walk to Work
1.43%
Work from Home
46.56%
Other
0.35%

The median travel time to work is 17 minutes.

People

Population
25,007
Median Age
48.10
Median Household Size
2.64

Education

High School
11.05%
Associate’s Degree
9.09%
Bachelor’s Degree
28.81%
Graduate Degree
25.42%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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