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$3,974,755$929 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $3,050,000 on Apr 27, 2017

1579 PLEASANT VALLEY RD

APTOS, CA 95003
6
Beds
4
Baths
4,278 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
26.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$4M
$3.7M low$4.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,050,000 · Apr 27, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$41,027 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$3,610,583 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,426,785
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,183,798
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,539,787
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,242,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.48
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
69
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
20
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
46
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySANTA CRUZ
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Bradley ElementaryC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.9 mi
H
Aptos High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Aptos Junior HighB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95003These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.423

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,334
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.691 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,307
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$167,097
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.28 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

1579 Pleasant Valley Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Aptos 95003
  • Among the largest lots in Aptos 95003
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Aptos 95003

What homes are worth in Aptos 95003

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$623K$4M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Aptos 95003.

How it measures up in Aptos 95003

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Aptos 95003.

Estimated value$3,974,755
CheaperTypical $1,286,846Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$929
CheaperTypical $724Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area4,278 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,686 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size26.04 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAptos 95003Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,974,75598% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$92976% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than4,278 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than26.04 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than200293% of homes91% of homes

About 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd

How much is 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA is $3,974,755 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $3,749,515 to $4,199,995. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA last sell?

1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA last sold on Apr 27, 2017 for $3,050,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA?

1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 4,278 square feet of living space.

When was 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA built?

1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old.

What schools serve 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA?

1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA is assigned to Bradley Elementary (elementary), rated C; Aptos High School (high), rated B; Aptos Junior High (middle), rated B-. All sit in Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA compare to other homes in Aptos 95003?

Among the 10,171 homes in Aptos 95003, it is worth more than 98% of them ($3,974,755 against a typical $1,286,846), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($929 against a typical $724), it is bigger than 98% of them (4,278 ft² against a typical 1,686 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (26.04 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2002 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1579 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos, CA was $41,027. The county assessed it at $3,610,583.

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