196 Mar Sereno Ct
Aptos, CA 95003
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,434 sqft (on 0.61 acres)
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,434 sqft
(on 0.61 acres)
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Description
Ocean views like this, in a single-level 4,400 sq/ft retreat with total privacy & style, barely exist in Santa Cruz County. Mar Sereno is a rare find where ceiling heights & natural flow set the tone, every room feels limitless, light-filled, & impossibly inviting. Youll catch the ocean from your living space & feel the signature airiness that can only come from custom volume & attention to detail. Design here is anything but ordinary, statement fireplaces, sculptural lighting, & a kitchen with Wolf appliances bring chef-quality comfort to every gathering. Spa-inspired bathrooms channel the luxury of Post Ranch Inn, daily routines made extraordinary with soaking tubs & 5 star finishes. Morning starts with a cold plunge or fruit picked fresh from your garden; evenings wind down in a private wood sauna beneath the trees. Raised beds, olive & fruit trees, dedicated surf rack, outdoor shower, & bike storage celebrate an adventurous lifestyle. Expansive indoor-outdoor living, & a layout perfect for entertaining elevate beyond the expected. Right between Aptos, Capitola, & Soquel, this homes location means the best of the coast is always within reach. For those seeking sophistication, scale, & soul with a designers touch, Mar Sereno sets a new standard for Santa Cruz living.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 22, 2026
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$698/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 196 Mar Sereno Ct
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4434 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Water PublicAppliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Built In Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/DryerDishwasherDisposalLaundry: InsideMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Fireplace(s),Forced AirAir Conditioning: OtherHeating Fuel: Fireplace S |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 4Fireplace: Family Room, Gas, Insert, Primary Bedroom |
Gas & Electric Gas: NaturalGas |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Laminate, Stone, Tile |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Accessibility: ParkingFloors: Laminate, Stone, Tile |
View View: Forest/Woods, Ocean, Water |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: TilePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Back Yard, WoodOther Structures: Garage, ShedsExterior: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure, Courtyard, Fire PitFoundation: Raised, Other, Crawl Space, Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Wood Frame |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Detached,Off Street |
Pool Pool: Other, Sauna or Steam Room |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Not Allowed to Raise Horses |
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Year Built Year Built: 2019 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential |
Building Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property |
Property Information Parcel Number: 03906119000 |
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Price List Price: $3,095,000Price Per Sqft: $698/sqft |
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MLS Status: Sold |
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Direction & Address City: Aptos |
School Information Elementary School: MainStreetElementary_1Elementary School District: SoquelUnionElementaryJr High / Middle School: NewBrightonMiddleHigh School: SoquelHighHigh School District: SantaCruzCityHighWalk Score: 51 |
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Building Area Building Area: 4434 |
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Lot Area: 0.61 acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSell |
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Mls Number: ML82023643Water ViewWater View: Ocean, Water |
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Strock Team 70010201, (831) 688-9800
eXp Realty of California Inc, (888) 584-9427
Bought with: Daniel Oster 01381869, (831) 252-5000, Coldwell Banker Realty, (831) 469-8000
Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML82023643
Price History for 196 Mar Sereno Ct
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 11/04/2025 | $3,095,000 | Sold | MLSListings Inc #ML82023643 |
| 10/27/2025 | $3,095,000 | Pending | MLSListings Inc #ML82023643 |
| 11/18/2019 | $2,300,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 08/07/2019 | $2,395,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 06/14/2019 | $2,395,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/17/2016 | $625,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 04/02/2016 | $625,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 02/29/2016 | $695,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 01/07/2016 | $695,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $30,203 |
| Assessment | $2,515,386 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 196 Mar Sereno Ct
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.12 | Single-Family Home | $2,580,000 | 11/05/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 3,142 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $1,385,000 | 11/24/25 | 4 | 3 | 1,957 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $2,050,000 | 06/24/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,120 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | $1,750,000 | 08/22/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,904 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $1,650,000 | 08/01/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,410 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $1,390,000 | 07/02/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,889 | |
0.63 | Single-Family Home | $1,845,000 | 03/19/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,224 |
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Assigned Schools
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- Main Street Elementary School
- K-5
- Public
- 383 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI attended the Back to School Night for my granddaughter's school. The teachers and classrooms were welcoming and had classwork on display. The principal came by and introduced himself. The presentation was organized and included needed information. There was a brief period of time for questions.Other Review1y ago - New Brighton Middle School
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- Public
- 585 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy daughter attended 6th grade before pulling her out. The school has killed any inspiration for learning she once had. The leadership is downright incompetent as we and other families we know have had zero support/accountability on issues ranging from bullying, drug solicitation in the bathrooms, antisemitism, students with needs not getting their entitled benefits, overall poor academics... I know my daughter didn't feel safe going there after an incident she had...in addition to a bomb scare that cancelled the first day of school. There was also a legit firearm threat that was fortunately neutralized by police before anything happened, but the campus format is completely unsecure. From all accounts, there apparently are a few teachers there who are competent and inspirational, but my daughter didn't experience any of them. Zero stars for the administration. After dealing with them, a strong vote of "no confidence." If you are a voter reading this, it's time to oust Turnbull and get a real staff. They have completely failed the community.Parent Review1y ago 
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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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196 Mar Sereno Ct, Aptos, CA 95003 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,434 sqft single-family home built in 2019. This property is not currently available for sale. 196 Mar Sereno Ct was last sold on Nov 4, 2025 for $3,095,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $3,095,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 196 Mar Sereno Ct is $3,101,500.