NOT LISTED FOR SALE

115 Spanish Bay Dr Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,637,254 - $1,780,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,698 Sq Ft
$1,010/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 3, 2025

Last sale price $1,750,000 $1,031 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,437 / mo

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of December 2025

Beautiful 3br, 2ba single-level mediterranean style home in desirable, newer Rio Highlands subdivision, known for its wide, walkable streets, tranquil ambiance, pride of ownership, strong curb appeal, & friendly community vibe. Located just minutes from the beach & Seascape Golf Course, and a short stroll to Deer Park Center, DeLuxe Foods and other everyday conveniences. Contemporary design w/tile roof & stucco exterior. Set on a generous 9,148 sq ft parcel, the property features a lovely front porch, sunny patio, fenced backyard, professional landscaping, & terraced gardens. Inside, high vaulted ceilings & abundant natural light enhance the open layout. Dual pane windows, open kitchen with a comfortable breakfast nook provides comfort and flexibility. Dedicated dining area and a spacious living room centers around a cozy fireplace. The primary suite includes an oversized tub, separate glass shower, and walk-in closet. Separate laundry room & attached two-car garage. Move-in ready and lovingly maintained. Comfortable flow and thoughtful layout. Just the right size. An ideal downsize option or second-home retreat close to the coast. Come for a visit, stay for a lifetime.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #70010105 Listed on: 11/04/2025

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Jeske

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01476829

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R-1-8

HOA Fees

  • $145 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,698 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • Association fees include maintenance - common area
  • Rio Highlands HOA
  • Built by Rio Highlands

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 044-302-12-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

9,148 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$145 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1698
  • Complex Name: Rio Highlands
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Zoning Description: R-1-8
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Stove
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Pantry
  • Living Sq Ft: 1698
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Area

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 145
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Maintenance - Common Area
  • H O A Name Text: Rio Highlands HOA
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 044-302-12-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.2100
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 9148.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 9148.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2025
Closed on
Dec 1, 2025
Sold by
Hayes Timothy M and Livi Linn
Bought by
Wiebke Kuhlmann Survivors Trust and Kuhimann
Seller's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Amy Jeske
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
9.44%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$1,715,814

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$34,186
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.06%
Original Mortgage
$1,800,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,796,536
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$80,722

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2018
Sold by
Hayes Linn S
Bought by
Hayes Linn Spencer and Hayes Timothy M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2007
Sold by
Carlson Cheryl and The Cheryl Carlson Trust
Bought by
Hayes Timothy M and Hayes Linn S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2006
Sold by
Carlson Cheryl
Bought by
Carlson Cheryl and The Cheryl Carlson Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$466,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2005
Sold by
Carlson Cheryl
Bought by
Carlson Cheryl and The Cheryl Carlson Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2004
Sold by
Ontiveros Michael Dean
Bought by
Carlson Cheryl

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$586,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 1998
Sold by
Rio Highlands Llc
Bought by
Santos Edward M and Santos Margery M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wiebke Kuhlmann Survivors Trust $1,750,000 Old Republic Title Company
Hayes Linn Spencer -- None Available
Hayes Timothy M $929,000 First American Title Company
Carlson Cheryl -- Accommodation
Carlson Cheryl -- Accommodation
Carlson Cheryl -- --
Carlson Cheryl -- Old Republic Title Company
Carlson Cheryl $811,000 Old Republic Title Company
Santos Edward M $430,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wiebke Kuhlmann Survivors Trust $1,800,000
Previous Owner Carlson Cheryl $466,000
Previous Owner Carlson Cheryl $586,000
Previous Owner Santos Edward M $227,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/03/2025 12/03/25 Sold $1,750,000 +9.4% $1,031 / Sq Ft
11/19/2025 11/19/25 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2025 11/04/25 For Sale $1,599,000 -- $942 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $14,229 $1,220,261 $793,170 $427,091
2023 $13,952 $1,172,878 $762,371 $410,507
2022 $13,663 $1,149,879 $747,422 $402,457
2021 $13,299 $1,127,333 $732,767 $394,566
2020 $13,081 $1,115,773 $725,253 $390,520
2019 $12,849 $1,093,895 $711,032 $382,863
2018 $12,506 $1,072,447 $697,091 $375,356
2017 $12,209 $1,034,239 $672,256 $361,983
2016 $11,287 $957,628 $622,459 $335,169
2015 $10,759 $903,422 $587,225 $316,197
2014 $9,720 $813,893 $529,031 $284,862
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tom Brezsny

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Tom Brezsny

    Sereno Group

    (831) 818-1431

    9 in this area

    219 Total Sales

    Tom Brezsny
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  • Amy Jeske

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Amy Jeske

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (831) 345-0338

    17 in this area

    102 Total Sales

    Amy Jeske
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82026686

MLSListings

APN: 044-302-12-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

115 Spanish Bay Dr, Aptos, CA

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