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$962,753$749 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $960,000 on Jul 17, 2026

9940 MONROE AVE

APTOS, CA 95003
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,286 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$963K
$894K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$960,000 · Jul 17, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,204 (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.$522,668 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$403,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,418
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$512,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$747,900

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.43
58
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
50
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.
53
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.22 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountySANTA CRUZ
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
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.Yes
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.

M
Aptos Junior HighB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Aptos High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Valencia ElementaryA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.1 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

9940 Monroe Ave 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.

  • Worth less than 78% of homes in Aptos 95003
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Aptos 95003
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% 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.

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$620K$4M

This home is worth more than 22% 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$962,753
CheaperTypical $1,273,598Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$749
CheaperTypical $728Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,286 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,686 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 9940 Monroe Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAptos 95003Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$962,75322% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$74954% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,286 ft²24% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac87% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than197447% of homes56% of homes

About 9940 Monroe Ave

How much is 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA is $962,753 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $894,202 to $1,031,304. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA last sell?

9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA last sold on Jul 17, 2026 for $960,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA?

9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,286 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA built?

9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA?

9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA is assigned to Aptos Junior High (middle), rated B-; Aptos High School (high), rated B; Valencia Elementary (elementary), 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 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA compare to other homes in Aptos 95003?

Among the 10,171 homes in Aptos 95003, it is worth more than 22% of them ($962,753 against a typical $1,273,598), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($749 against a typical $728), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,286 ft² against a typical 1,686 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1974 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 41% of 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 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9940 Monroe Ave, Aptos, CA was $6,204. The county assessed it at $522,668.

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