142 Thunderbird Dr Aptos, CA 95003
Rio del Mar NeighborhoodEstimated payment $9,146/month
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Colonial Architecture
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
Located in the high demand location of Rio Del Mar. This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers a spacious 1,948 sq ft layout on an 8,700 sq ft parcel. Thunderbird Drive is a very quiet street and traffic is almost nonexistent. Short walk to great beaches, Seascape Sport/ Tennis Club, Seascape Village Restaurants/Shops, and the famous Aptos beaches. Short drive to Deer Park Mall. Walk through your private courtyard to the very dramatic formal entry surrounded by huge windows. The large kitchen features granite countertops, brand new range/oven, refrigerator and Micro-wave. Lots of beautiful maple cabinetry. Flooring throughout includes new carpets and pretty laminate. The gorgeous living room has abundant natural light, fireplace, and soaring ceilings. The home has a formal dining room with skylight and views to the courtyard. Separate family room is enormous and could have many uses, Primary bedroom is en-suite. All bedrooms are second floor. There is plenty of outdoor space that would support gardeners, barbeques, or just playing around. Large two car garage with lots of storage space. There is also a parking pad to the left of the house that would be ideal for boat or RV. Special Home. Special location. Special neighborhood. Come see if this the one for you. You will glad you did!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- West Facing Home
- Gated Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Mostly Level
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R-1-10
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Secured Garage or Parking
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Ceiling Insulation
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,948 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Double Pane Windows
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Neighborhood Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Low Flow Toliet
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Shed
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Sewer Connection Less Than 500 Feet Away
- Satellite Dish
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Courtyard
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 053-102-02-000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,873 | $137,135 | $26,902 | $110,233 |
| 2023 | $2,761 | $131,810 | $25,858 | $105,952 |
| 2022 | $2,664 | $129,226 | $25,351 | $103,875 |
| 2021 | $2,472 | $126,692 | $24,854 | $101,838 |
| 2020 | $2,418 | $125,393 | $24,599 | $100,794 |
| 2019 | $2,371 | $122,934 | $24,116 | $98,818 |
| 2018 | $2,296 | $120,523 | $23,643 | $96,880 |
| 2017 | $2,261 | $118,158 | $23,178 | $94,980 |
| 2016 | $2,217 | $115,842 | $22,724 | $93,118 |
| 2015 | $2,146 | $114,102 | $22,383 | $91,719 |
| 2014 | $2,085 | $111,867 | $21,945 | $89,922 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 04/15/26 | For Sale | $1,680,000 | -- | $862 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $980,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $985,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $739,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $497,500 | Santa Cruz Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $319,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $765,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $735,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $591,200 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $367,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $227,150 | No Value Available |
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82042988
APN: 053-102-02-000
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