$5,795,000
bedrooms
4
bathrooms
3
square feet
2,244
Acreage
0.234
Open Houses
-
year built
2007
Full Baths
-
Half Baths
-
Welcome to your beachfront dream home at 553 Beach Drive in Aptos! Located behind the private gates of Rio Surf & Sand, this stunning 4-bed, 3-bath coastal retreat offers 2,244 sq ft of luxurious living on an expansive 10,193 sq ft lot. Masterfully designed by renowned architect Thatcher Thompson and impeccably constructed by DeMattei Construction in 2007, the home is thoughtfully designed around a central courtyard, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation. The light-filled great room features soaring ceilings, a gas-log fireplace with gas starter, and panoramic views of Monterey Bay. The open-concept kitchen boasts high-end finishes, a spacious island, and direct access to ocean-view decks. Beyond the discreet entry lies a central courtyard that gracefully connects the homes wings through sliding doors, opening to reveal a stunning coastal panorama. The primary suite offers a serene escape, and three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests or a home office. Step outside to your private beachfront oasis with direct sand access and breathtaking views from Santa Cruz to Monterey. This is truly coastal living at its finest.
| Location | |
| Subdivision | - |
| County | Santa Cruz |
| Elementary School | - |
| Middle School | - |
| High School | - |
Find out more
Tell us who you are, and we will have someone reach out to you.
MLS number: ML82023310
Listing agent:
Timothy Allen
Listing broker:
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 626-2221
Last update: Wednesday, November 19 2025 at 3:41 p.m. EST
realogy mercurynews
Other listings you might be interested in
$4,995,000
4 Bed •
3 Bath •
3,336 ft²
426 Palo Alto Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
$4,888,520
4 Bed •
3 Bath •
3,259 ft²
11634 Winding Way
Los Altos, CA 94024
$5,198,000
4 Bed •
4 Bath •
4,150 ft²
61 Oak Haven Way
Woodside, CA 94062
$6,498,000
3 Bed •
3 Bath •
3,670 ft²
14300 Saddle Mountain Drive
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
$6,695,000
4 Bed •
4 Bath •
3,869 ft²
13918 Mir Mirou Drive
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
$4,750,000
5 Bed •
3 Bath •
1,803 ft²
12272 Windsor Ct
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
$4,700,000
4 Bed •
4 Bath •
2,766 ft²
24429 Portola Ave
Carmel, CA 93923
$4,850,000
4 Bed •
4 Bath •
4,825 ft²
200 Cherokee Way
Portola Valley, CA 94028
$6,288,000
4 Bed •
5 Bath •
3,908 ft²
616 Bayview Dr
Aptos, CA 95003
$4,998,000
4 Bed •
5 Bath •
4,080 ft²
Oak Meadow Dr
Los Gatos, CA 95032
$4,638,000
3 Bed •
2 Bath •
2,127 ft²
1597 Edgewood Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94303
$5,650,000
5 Bed •
5 Bath •
3,072 ft²
56 Melrose Place
Redwood City, CA 94062