1953 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
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OFF MARKET

1953 Dolphin Dr
Aptos, CA 95003

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,380 sqft

$1,839,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,033/mo*
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$1,839,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,033/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,380 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.84M
Since last month
Decreased$49K (-2.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$9K (-0.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$537K (+41.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +57% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.83M
July 2026$1.88M
June 2026$1.9M
May 2026$1.9M
April 2026$1.88M
March 2026$1.87M
February 2026$1.83M
January 2026$1.78M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1931 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
07/09/26
3
2.5
2,027
142 Vineyard Ct, Aptos, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
03/19/26
4
4
2,536
206 Via Lantana, Aptos, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,930,000
07/27/26
4
2.5
2,660
2110 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,525,000
05/04/26
3
2
1,718
1872 Seascape Blvd, Aptos, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/02/26
3
3
1,716
182 Via Trinita, Aptos, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$2,050,000
08/12/26
4
3
3,110
126 Via Novella Dr, Aptos, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$2,010,000
12/30/25
4
2.5
3,160
154 Camino Pacifico, Aptos, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
07/17/26
2
3
1,598
1672 Calypso Dr, Aptos, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
10/09/25
3
2
1,330
126 Farallon Ct, Aptos, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
06/17/26
2
2.5
1,664

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1931 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
0.02
$1,850,000
3
2.5
2,027
Recently Sold
1958 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
0.03
$825,600
2
1.5
1,215
Off Market
1872 Seascape Blvd, Aptos, CA 95003
0.08
$1,100,000
3
3
1,716
Recently Sold
2011 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
0.08
$960,000
3
2
1,436
Recently Sold
107 Bar Harbor Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
0.09
$1,115,000
2
2.5
1,511
For Sale
2013 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
0.09
$960,000
3
2
1,436
Recently Sold
1975 Seascape Blvd, Aptos, CA 95003
0.10
$1,693,600
3
2.5
1,953
Off Market
2073 Penasquitas Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
0.11
$1,117,800
3
2
1,676
Off Market
108 Manresa Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
0.15
$1,004,500
3
2.5
1,437
Off Market
105 Manresa Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
0.15
$1,235,800
2
3
2,156
Off Market
130 & 132 Bar Harbor Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
0.13
$1,152,100
4
6
2,800
Off Market
142 Bar Harbor Ct, Aptos, CA 95003
0.14
$997,000
2
2.5
1,632
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1953 Dolphin Dr.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1978
Living Area
2,380 sqft
Price/Sqft
$773
Parking
Garage

About this House

Open floor plan with room for everyone to enjoy. Multiple outdoor entertainment areas include fire pit, patios and 2 decks. Reverse floor plan offers Ocean Peaks from 2nd floor living area & large deck; spectacular sunsets to horizon, watch deer play behind house. Home is completely updated. Vaulted ceilings & cool shades of blue throughout make you feel the relaxation only the Sea & Sand can bring. Stroll or bike to Seascape Village & Beach. 2nd level master bdrm offers vaulted ceilings, private deck, walk in closet with attached work/vanity area & large bathroom with claw foot tub. Spacious kitchen with views toward ocean. Stainless appliances, granite counters & 2 peninsulas. Dining area has large windows & 8' slider facing ocean. 3 skylights for natural light. 3 bdrms & 2 baths on first level are also completely remodeled. Lots of storage & parking. New dual pane windows, sliders & Trex decks. Shows like a new home. Coastal Living starts with this amazing home. A true work of art!
1953 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,380 sqft single-family home built in 1978. It last sold for $1,295,000 on Sep 13, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,839,400, with a rent estimate of $6,040/month.

Home Details for 1953 Dolphin Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1978Year Updated: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6446 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 13, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,295,000
Aug 9, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,295,000
Jul 25, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$1,295,000
Apr 3, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$525,000
Dec 22, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$525,000

Market trends in Aptos

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.3M
$58.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.5%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$805
$5MoM
Available listings
124
7MoM

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 1953 Dolphin Dr

  • What is 1953 Dolphin Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1953 Dolphin Dr in Aptos, CA is $1,839,400.
  • What is the price history for 1953 Dolphin Dr?
    1953 Dolphin Dr in Aptos, CA last sold for $1,295,000 in September 2017.
  • Is Aptos a buyer's or seller's market?
    Aptos is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Aptos?
    The median sale price in Aptos is $1.3M. That is down $58.33K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 1953 Dolphin Dr?
    The lot at 1953 Dolphin Dr in Aptos, CA is about 0.15 acres (6,446 sq ft).
  • Does 1953 Dolphin Dr have a garage?
    Yes, 1953 Dolphin Dr in Aptos, CA has a garage.

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