562 Cuesta Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
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SOLD
JUN 25, 2026

562 Cuesta Dr
Aptos, CA 95003

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,911 sqft

$1,290,000

Last Sold: Jun 25, 2026
1% below list $1.3M
$675/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,883/mo*
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$1,290,000

Last Sold: Jun 25, 2026
1% below list $1.3M
$675/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,883/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,911 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2003
Living Area
1,911 sqft
Price/Sqft
$675/sqft
Parking
2 Carport Spaces

About this House

Highly Coveted Cuesta Dr.
Nature. Location. Convenience. Storage.

This easily accessible Rio Del Mar retreat has it all. Perched above a scenic canyon, the home is filled with sunshine, privacy, and peaceful views, yet just up the road from Deer Park Shopping Center, Seascape Golf Club, and Rio del Mar & several other beaches. Start your mornings with coffee overlooking the canyon sunrise and wind down in the evening with cocktails on one of two private view decks, surrounded by ocean breezes and the sounds of nature.

Inside, a versatile floor plan offers flexible living spaces ideal for guests, a home office, or creative use. All enhanced by beautiful architectural details, custom woodwork, and abundant natural light. A cozy gas fireplace anchors the main living area, while the spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet and serene outlooks. Designed for both comfort and function, the home includes a generous laundry room, extensive storage throughout (under house, attic, carport, and more), and thoughtful upgrades like Cat-5 wiring, Nest thermostat, reverse osmosis system, skylight, intercom, and fire sprinklers.

Attached carport with a layout that balances privacy with connection. Come see this "viewtiful" home.
*Main living and primary suite are on the first floor.
562 Cuesta Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,911 sqft single-family home built in 2003. It last sold for $1,290,000 on Jun 25, 2026 (1% below the $1,300,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,283,400, with a rent estimate of $6,160/month.

Home Details for 562 Cuesta Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1911 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water PublicAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Inside,In Utility RoomRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHeating Fuel: Central Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living Room
Gas & Electric
Gas: PublicUtilities
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Granite, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Granite, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ShingleFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportNo GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04426155

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,300,000Price Per Sqft: $675/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Aptos
School Information
Elementary School District: PajaroValleyUnifiedHigh School District: PajaroValleyUnifiedWalk Score: 9

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1911

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8886 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSell

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: ML82049322
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Shemeika K. Fox 01479629, (831) 588-2334
KW Thrive Santa Cruz, (831) 457-5500
Bought with: Dylan Linde 02216364, (831) 275-7315, Room Real Estate, (831) 234-6683
Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML82049322

Price History for 562 Cuesta Dr

DatePriceEventSource
06/25/2026$1,290,000Sold
MLSListings Inc #ML82049322
06/19/2026$1,300,000PendingMLSListings Inc #ML82049322
06/11/2026$1,300,000ContingentMLSListings Inc #ML82049322
06/03/2026$1,300,000Listed For SaleMLSListings Inc #ML82049322
06/05/2015$810,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/06/2015$810,000PendingAgent Provided
04/18/2015$810,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/05/2003$693,500Sold
N/A
10/09/2002$225,000Sold
N/A
01/19/1999$200,000Sold
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$12,678
Assessment$986,015
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 562 Cuesta Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
507 La Honda Dr, Aptos, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,325,000
04/13/26
3
2.5
1,725
801 Cresta Vista Way, Aptos, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,132,500
05/28/26
3
2.5
1,658
731 Club House Dr, Aptos, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
06/18/26
3
2
2,805
538 Cuesta Dr, Aptos, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,274,000
11/25/25
4
3
2,002
807 Cresta Vista Way, Aptos, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
02/03/26
3
2.5
2,120
640 Saint Andrews Dr, Aptos, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,390,000
04/06/26
3
2
1,390
210 Wingfoot Dr, Aptos, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
11/13/25
3
2
1,865
609 Encino Dr, Aptos, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,155,000
10/07/25
3
3
2,250
627 Loma Prieta Dr, Aptos, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$999,500
06/10/26
3
2.5
1,585

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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

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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Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2026-08-01 14:24:15 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.