221 Highland Drive

Property Overview

Some homes make you fall in love the moment you arrive. This is one of them. Step inside, and the calm is immediate. Light spills through vaulted, beamed ceilings, the blue of Monterey Bay fills every window, and every detail feels deliberate, as it should be. Modern without trying too hard, elegant without feeling formal. Built in 1938 on land once part of Claus Spreckels' Aptos Rancho, this home carries a rare thread of history, long before Rio became the neighborhood it is today. Living spaces flow easily indoors to out, anchored by a white brick fireplace and timeless finishes. Glass doors open onto covered patios and a striking tiled fireplace, made for long dinners and evenings watching the bay change color. Beyond, a spacious backyard offers space for whatever you dream up. A detached structure at the rear offers potential: an ADU, a guest retreat, a studio, an office. The bedroom is a quiet luxury, set beneath vaulted ceilings with soft light through picture windows. Two closets offer effortless storage, and the room feels serene, private, and impeccably finished, a true retreat at day's end. Minutes from Seacliff Beach, Aptos Village, and Nisene Marks, this is more than a beautiful home. It's an invitation to slow down and remember how good coastal living can feel.

Home Details

Property type: Residential - Single Family Residence
Year built: 1938
Living area: 1,144 sq ft
Lot size: 6,186 sq ft
Parking: 1 spaces
Garage: 1 spaces
Days on market: 72
Full bathrooms: 1
MLS status: Active
Zoning: R-1-4

Features & Amenities

Interior

Walk In Closets

Appliances

Gas Cooktop
Disposal
Refrigerator

Parking

Off Street

Community, Schools & Utilities

Community

Fireplace: Yes
View: Bay,CityLights,Ocean,Water

Schools

School district: Other
Elementary school: Rio Del Mar
Middle school: Other
High school: Aptos

Utilities

Heating: ForcedAir,Fireplaces
Cooling: None
Water: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer

Location & Neighborhood

Aptos, CA 95003

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Frequently Asked Questions About 221 Highland Drive

Property type: Residential

The current asking price is $1,695,000. Pricing is subject to change and may vary based on market conditions, negotiations, and property updates. Contact our team to verify current pricing.

Yes. Use the Book Visit action or contact form to request an in-person or virtual tour of 221 Highland Drive. Our team will confirm availability and timing.

This 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom property offers approximately 1,144 square feet of living space. It was built in 1938. Review the listing details and disclosures, then independently verify material features before making a decision.

The property is in Aptos, California. Review the map, visit at relevant times of day, and verify schools, commute routes, services, noise, hazards, and local rules for the exact address.

Financing depends on the buyer, lender, property type, condition, appraisal, insurance, and association documents. A qualified lender can confirm available programs and costs for this Aptos property.

The MLS currently reports the property as Active. It has been listed for 72 days. Status can change, so verify availability before relying on it.