261 Dry Creek Road, Aptos, CA 95003

About this single-family home

NOW $1,460,000.00 Major REDUCTION! No home puts you this close to the beach for this price. Just a short 0.30.5 mile stroll down a scenic trail lands you at Hidden Beach & Hidden Beach Parkyour private gateway to sandy shores, gentle waves, playgrounds, picnic spots, & miles of coastal trails. Stroll to the ocean anytime and live the Aptos beach lifestyle every day. This perfect second vacation home is a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 2,057 sq ft retreat on a 4,312 sq ft lot. The reverse floor plan maximizes light with elegant hardwood and tile floors throughout. The open living area features a cozy gas fireplace and bay window, flowing into an updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a skylight. The primary suite includes a private bath, plus 2 additional bedrooms. A versatile lower-level office with separate entrance and full bath is ideal for remote work or guests, while the entertaining room with built-in bar sets the stage for memorable gatherings that step outside to expansive wrap around decking, also a fenced backyard with fire pit and outdoor shower. A 2-car garage and dog run complete the package. Near Seascape Resort, golf, Deluxe Foods, and top Aptos schools, this is your coastal sanctuary the beach at your doorstep, now more attainable than ever!

Listing description from the January 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Sale history

$1,445,000

Sold January 2026 · listed $1,460,000, orig. $1,575,000, on market October 2025 · MLS #ML82025722 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Kelly Mechem · Listing Office: Bailey Properties · Contact: 831-688-7434 · Bought with: Robert Bailey · Bailey Properties

$960,000

Sold July 2019 · listed $998,500, orig. $1,095,000, on market April 2019 · MLS #ML81749407 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Randy Maldonado · Listing Office: Cheshire-rio Realty · Contact: 831-688-2041 · Bought with: Kelly Mechem · Bailey Properties

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