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$1,899,000

519 Cliff Drive, Aptos, CA 95003

34% above the Aptos median of $1.4M (88 active listings)

44% of Aptos listings have cut their price · half have been listed 68+ days

4beds
2.5baths
2,137sqft
$889/sqft

About this home

Experience iconic Northern California Modernism at 519 Cliff Drive, a 1968 architectural masterpiece in the coveted beachside enclave of Rio del Mar. Designed by a revered Northern California Architect as his family home, the 2,115 sqft embodies the era's signature architectural style: harmonious integration of the landscape with minimalist design creating a unique and calming lifestyle. The open plan flow features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, interior courtyard, private sundeck, laundry room and two car garage. Inside, a dramatic family room showcases a statement fireplace, iconic period furnishings and floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors throughout the house open onto an interior courtyard. But the true magic lies within its appreciation for the coastal climate and the grounds' long-standing Monterey Cypress, Himalayan Dogwoods, Maples and 'Aptos Blue' Redwoods and its prime proximity to the beach. This isn't just a home; it's a gateway to the laid-back coastal lifestyle that defines Santa Cruz County. Enjoy a short stroll from the calm and quiet neighborhood to Hidden or Rio del Mar beaches where pelicans, seals and whales can be seen. An incredible opportunity for an enthusiastic buyer with an appreciation for NorCal architecture and an appetite for a renovation of this magnitude.

Property details

Property type
Single Family
Year built
1969
Lot size
7,057 sqft
Garage spaces
2
View
Neighborhood
County
Santa Cruz
Listed
today
MLS #
82061287
Listed by
Alistair Craft · Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Features

  • Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Other
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Lot: Grade - Level
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer - Public
  • Water: Public
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Copyright 2026 MLSListings Inc. Based on information from MLSListings MLS as of 9/15/2026. 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. MLS Listing #82061287. Listing courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate Sereno.