500 Valencia School Rd

Aptos, CA 95003

$1,895,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,852 Sq. Ft.
$1,023 / Sq. Ft.
1,852
Sq. Ft.
$1,023
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 12/18/25
Sold 12/18/25
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Description

Step back in time and enjoy the peace and quiet of the Aptos foothills. Set in a sun drenched meadow just 3.2 miles from the vibrance and activity of Aptos Village this 13 plus acre ranch has been in the Bella family since 1962. Having settled on the adjoining ridge in 1895 the family chose this site to raise their family. As it did with the Bellas this 2 bedroom home and meadow setting is ripe for new beginnings. Located at the junction of Valencia School Road and Fern Flat, the property enjoys...Step back in time and enjoy the peace and quiet of the Aptos foothills. Set in a sun drenched meadow just 3.2 miles from the vibrance and activity of Aptos Village this 13 plus acre ranch has been in the Bella family since 1962. Having settled on the adjoining ridge in 1895 the family chose this site to raise their family. As it did with the Bellas this 2 bedroom home and meadow setting is ripe for new beginnings. Located at the junction of Valencia School Road and Fern Flat, the property enjoys a backdrop of stately redwoods and mature oaks. The home is nestled deep in the meadow affording it the best of both sun exposure and privacy. As you step out onto your patio & take in the serenity and beauty you may encounter one of the many deer that stop to enjoy an apple or two. Did we talk about the pool & spa? Set on the sunny side of the home it is a great place to relax & take in nature and the sound of the breeze through the redwoods. We can not forget the home itself which has been updated and enjoys an abundance natural light and warmth from the wood burning stove. The kitchen and dining area flow into the spacious living room with it's view of the redwoods and oaks. Private getaway or the stage for your new estate. Only you know.
  1. Listed by Robert Bailey • DRE #00483155 • Brokerage DRE #01319514 • Bailey Properties • 831-818-5948

Property Details for 500 Valencia School Road

MLS City Name
Aptos
Building Type
Detached
Style
Ranch
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
5
View
Forest / Woods, Hills, Mountains, Orchard, Ridge, Valley
Cross Street
Trout Gulch Rd /
LISTING UPDATED: 01/06/2026 12:57 PM

Property Details for 500 Valencia School Road

StatusSold
MLS #ML81994370
Days on Compass80
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1930
Lot Size12.27 AC / 534,394 SF
CountySanta Cruz County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Bailey Properties, Robert Bailey, DRE #00483155

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Mario Desantis, DRE #02119587

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Building Information for 500 Valencia School Road

Stories1Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size12.27 AC / 534,394 SF

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Property Information for 500 Valencia School Road

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Great Room, Storage, Workshop, Artist Studio
  • Bathroom: Stall Shower, Shower and Tub
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Walk-in Closet
  • Communications: None
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Insulation - Per Owner, Walls Insulated
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Wood Stove
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1852
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Type: Pool - In Ground, Spa - In Ground
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Wall Furnace, Propane, Fireplace
  • Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
  • Utilities: Propane On Site
  • Water: Well - Agricultural / Other, Well
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 5
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Covered Parking, Guest / Visitor Parking, No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area
  • Garage Max: 0
  • Garage Min: 0
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows
  • Property Condition: Other
  • Area Text: Aptos
  • Property Faces: Southwest
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • TIC Agreement: No
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 500
  • Street Name: Valencia School
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 49
Second Unit Information
  • Second Unit Description: casita
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1852
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 95
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Zoning Detail: CA
Location Information
  • City Limits: No
  • Directions: The property is 3.2 miles from Aptos Village. Take Soquel Drive to Trout Gulch Road. As you approach the split between Trout Gulch & Valencia Road you can take either to reach Valencia School Rd. On Valencia School Road drive to where it meets Fern Flat
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 105-491-09-000
  • County Name: Santa Cruz
  • City Name: Aptos
  • City Postal ID: 1
  • Postal Code: 95003
  • Elementary School: 818
  • Elementary School District: 800
  • Middle School Text: Aptos Junior High
  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • High School Text: Aptos High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Horse Property: Yes
  • Horse Property Description: Pasture, Hay Storage, Stalls
  • Lot Acres: 12.27
  • Lot Description: Views, Agricultural Use, Farm Animals (Permitted), Grade - Mostly Level
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Deck, Storage Shed / Structure

Property History for 500 Valencia School Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 18, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML81994370

$1,895,000—
Dec 18, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML81994370

$1,895,000—
Nov 17, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921829640

$1,500,000—
May 9, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML81994370

—
May 9, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML81994370

—
May 9, 2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML81994370

—
Feb 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81994370

$1,895,000—
Feb 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81994370

$1,895,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/18/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML81994370

$1,895,000
12/18/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML81994370

$1,895,000
11/17/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1921829640

$1,500,000
05/09/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML81994370

—
05/09/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML81994370

—
05/09/2025

Contingent - Show

MLSListings #ML81994370

—
02/17/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81994370

$1,895,000
02/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81994370

$1,895,000

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Public Records for 500 Valencia School Road

Taxable ValueLand$104,066Additions$125,920Total$229,986
Tax Record2025$3,536 ($295 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,852 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,852 SqFtLot Size534,394 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1930ZoningCACountySANTA CRUZAPN105-491-09Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 500 Valencia School Road

This home is within Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Valencia Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Aptos Junior High School
Public - 7 to 8
Aptos High School
Public - 9 to 12
Renaissance High Continuation School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Valencia Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Aptos Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Aptos High School
Public9 to 12

Renaissance High Continuation School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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