1542 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
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1542 Dolphin Dr
Aptos, CA 95003

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,215 sqft

$796,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,847/mo*
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$796,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,847/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,215 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1973
Living Area
1,215 sqft
Price/Sqft
$656
Parking
Garage

About this House

Rent Reduced! Clean & Bright 2bd 1.5 Ba Condo! - Terms: Up to one year lease (with owner option to renew)
Utilities: Tenant pays PGE, Owner pays Water & Garbage
Landscaping: HOA Maintained, Tenant to maintain personal plants in both patio areas
Parking: 1 Carport with storage locker, permitted guest parking & street parking as permitted
Laundry: Washer & Dryer in Unit ( owner does not maintain, repair or replace)
Pets: No pets

Bright, two story, 2bd/1.5ba Condo in Aptos near Seascape resort. New carpet and paint throughout the unit. Small wet bar in the living room for entertaining along with gas fireplace. Laundry closet downstairs with adjacent storage closet. Generously sized bedrooms. Larger suite includes small deck and a built-out walk in closet. Unit is located in the Spindrift HOA, overlooks the arroyo. HOA includes on site pool.

**This is a placement property. Portola Property Management will transfer management back to the property owner after the tenant has been placed **

?All PPM properties are "Non-Smoking on premises".Tenants are required to have proof of a renter's Insurance policy with $100,000 personal liability coverage at time of move in?Sorry, owner is not accepting co-signers ? Your application will not be processed until this profile is complete.

(RLNE6338882)
1542 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,215 sqft single-family home built in 1973. It last sold for $150,000 on Jun 10, 1997. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2021 with an asking price of $2,900 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 23, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $796,800, with a rent estimate of $3,672/month.

Home Details for 1542 Dolphin Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHeating Fuel: Other
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: None, Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973Year Updated: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 566 sqft

Price History for 1542 Dolphin Dr

DatePriceEventSource
02/23/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Network Premium
02/02/2021$2,500PriceChange
Zillow Rental Network Premium
01/08/2021$2,900Listed For RentZillow Rental Network Premium
06/10/1997$150,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Aptos

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.36M
$70.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$810
$48MoM
Available listings
117
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,465
Assessment$335,065
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1542 Dolphin Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
138 Farallon Ct, Aptos, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,120,000
12/08/25
3
2
1,541
126 Farallon Ct, Aptos, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
06/17/26
2
2.5
1,664
127 Don Lorenzo Ct, Aptos, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$784,000
08/07/25
3
2
1,915
1672 Calypso Dr, Aptos, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
10/09/25
3
2
1,330
1872 Seascape Blvd, Aptos, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/02/26
3
3
1,716
940 Pinehurst Dr, Aptos, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,665,000
08/14/25
3
2
1,854
142 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
05/19/26
3
2.5
1,948
230 Thunderbird Dr, Aptos, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$2,075,000
10/28/25
3
3
1,999
2110 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
05/04/26
3
2
1,718
154 Camino Pacifico, Aptos, CA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/17/26
2
3
1,598

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What Locals Say about Aptos

At least 115 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say there's wildlife

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say there are community events

  • 44 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 26 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Casey Meyer
    "The Aptos neighborhood is unique for its blend of redwood forests, coastal access, and small-town feel, with local farms, beaches, and a relaxed, outdoors-focused lifestyle all within a tight-knit community"
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  • SeascapeCruzen
    "Lots of great local events at seascape village and the resort. Kids that attend the elementary school go to many events such as movie night and fairs. Summer time we have live music at the resort every Sunday. "
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  • Stephanie Morway
    "Close to beaches and Capitol Village. A beautiful redwood forest state park called Niceness Marks. "
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  • Casey Meyer
    "Aptos is nice. Very quiet and peaceful. Very safe. Nice natural grocery stores near by. A couple of nice restaurants. Weather during the rainy season can lead to extended power outages and road closures luckily that is only a few times a year. "
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  • Jack M.
    "I use the Highway which is close to my neighborhood. Outside of that, the county bus system is the only public transit. The commute traffic is bad. Aptos is bikeable around the highway but there are many tight roads and can be hilly. "
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  • Dianaangels
    "We feel safe to live here neighboor and community is very well behave and very nice my kids is very safe here too"
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  • Marymerrill110
    "There is a dog beach here called beer can beach and the dogs run wild and free ! I meet so many nice neighbors there too."
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  • Sspires
    "Yes. People are always walking their dogs around town. Dog owners obey leash laws for the most part and pick up after their animals. There are lots of beaches, parks and trails for dogs to explore. "
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  • Dianaangels
    "Everyones working together for the security and peaceful of our neighborhood... very safe and near the ocean"
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  • Brenda R.
    "Very dog friendly, lots of neighbors walk their dogs morning, daytime and night. Friendly neighbors too"
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  • Dianaangels
    "They like walking their dog in our neighborhood because they feel safe, the prices of the house here is so expensive maybe thats why people is moving to other city"
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  • Mirandas_mail
    "The area is beautiful and prolific for plants. Neighbors are friendly, there’s easy access to Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur. Nearby development has been blossoming with new businesses opening. Quick access to the beach and close proximity to Niscene Marks make this the perfect combo of ocean meets forest. "
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  • Jason95052
    "No homeless people out robbing and breaking into cars like in santa cruz. Aptos is a shield from them and thats why i moved here. Sherifs actually respond to illegal activity vs the sc police having you fill out an online form and nothing ever happens..."
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  • C M.
    "Close to beach, quiet neighborhood. Very good schools. No HOAs. Good mix of families and retirees. Mostly single-family homes, some townhomes."
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  • AnnMarie A.
    "I have lived in Aptos for about 3 years. It a quiet place with some little gems restaurants and bars. The beaches are nice and a great walk."
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  • Jweiss1062
    "grew up in this area and it is real America. Love it. Local businesses and market aregreat. Traffic can be bothersom. nice hiking and walking areas."
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  • Fourkidss
    "Quiet low crime area. Occasional transients otherwise good people in the neighborhood. Great school district."
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  • Lupita R.
    "I love this place! It’s really nice and makes me feel like home! I have friends here and they love living in Aptos! "
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  • Seanpmahoney14
    "Long term owners. Quiet and quaint. Walk to beach, walk to restaurants. Easy access to freeway but no so close you hear any traffic. Very quiet. "
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  • Cegerrish
    "I have lived in this neighborhood above the beach for 40 years. We have beach going tourists, but generally no problems. People are friendly. Mostly a neighborhood of vacation homes."
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  • Thomas M.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood 15 years and it’s been great. The large pine trees that still remain in Rio Del Mar are because of Mr Spreckels and that this land was his private hunting ground. He preserved the land as best as he could for future generations."
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