Single Family ResidenceResidential
204 APPLETON DR
APTOS, CA 95003
1
Beds
1
Baths
846 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,854 (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.$1,285,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$874,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$411,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,260,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$849,060
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.25
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
23
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
50
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Wall Unit
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(2)
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.
MEH
Aptos Junior HighC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
Rio Del Mar ElementaryA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.2 mi
Aptos High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 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
204 Appleton Dr 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.
- Smaller than 95% of homes in Aptos Beach
- Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Santa Cruz County
- Older than 97% 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.
Living area846 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,681 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 5% of homes nearby
Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger
Bigger than 40% of homes nearby
Year built1938
OlderTypical 1976Newer
Newer than 3% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Aptos Beach | Aptos 95003 | Santa Cruz County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 846 ft² | 5% of homes | 5% of homes | 8% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.12 ac | 45% of homes | 40% of homes | 34% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1938 | 6% of homes | 3% of homes | 12% of homes |
About 204 Appleton Dr
When did 204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA last sell?
204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA?
204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 846 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.
When was 204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA built?
204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA?
204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA is assigned to Aptos Junior High (middle), rated C; Rio Del Mar Elementary (elementary), rated A+; Aptos High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Pajaro Valley Joint Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA compare to other homes in Aptos 95003?
Among the 10,171 homes in Aptos 95003, it is bigger than 5% of them (846 ft² against a typical 1,681 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1938 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 204 Appleton Dr, Aptos, CA was $15,854. The county assessed it at $1,285,200.
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