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236 North Ave, Aptos, CA 95003 Property Records

Santa Cruz County property record for 236 North Ave, Aptos, CA 95003

Property Summary

Property TypeDuplex
Details2 bd · 2 ba · 1,870 sqft · built 1952
Lot Size0.138 acres (6,011 sqft)
Owner2 Company Names on File
Last Sale$849,000 (Nov 2016)
Tax Bill$13,692 (2025)
Deeds & MortgagesMay 2026 Transfer
Feb 2020 Mortgage
+ 5 more
Flood ZoneZone X (minimal risk)
APN042-041-52

Property Details

APN / Parcel Number

Primary APN042-041-52
Alternative APNs
  • 042-041-52-000
  • 04204107000

Interior

Bedrooms2 Beds
Full Baths2 Baths
Total Rooms6 Rooms
Building Area1,870 sqft Living Area
Gross Area2,090 sqft
Fireplaces1 Fireplace
FireplaceFireplace

Exterior

Year BuiltBuilt 1952
Effective Year BuiltEffective 1952
Architectural StyleDuplex Single
Construction TypeWood
Roof TypeSawtooth
Roof MaterialComposition Shingle
Lot Area6,011 sqft (0.138 acres)
Garage TypeAttached
Garage Area220 sqft
Parking Spaces1 Parking Space

Utilities, Heating & Cooling

SewerMunicipal
Water SourceCommercial

Location & Zoning

Street Address236 NORTH AVE
CityAPTOS
StateCA
Zip95003-4413
Property CategoryResidential
Property TypeResidential > Multi-Unit > Duplex
Local Zoning CodeRM-3
Legal SubdivisionSEACLIFF PARK 08
Legal Lot Number24,25
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Township / Civil DivisionSANTA CRUZ
Census Block Group2
Census Block2001
Census Tract122100

Owner

Source: Santa Cruz County assessment roll, as of August 19, 2026

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Owner of Record2 Company Names on File
Mailing Address3759 VISTA DR, SOQUEL, CA 95073-2324
Owner TypeCompany
VestingTrust, Family Trust

Deeds, Mortgages & Sale History

DateDocument
May 22, 2026Affidavit of Death of Trustee, Transfer
Feb 28, 2020Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage
NEWREZ LLC
Mar 4, 2020Quit Claim Deed, Transfer
FIRST AMERICAN TITLE
Mar 13, 2017Quit Claim Deed, Transfer
FIRST AMERICAN TITLE
Mar 10, 2017Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage
PACIFIC UNION FINANCIAL LLC
Jan 6, 2017Grant Deed, Transfer
ATTORNEY ONLY
Jan 6, 2017Quit Claim Deed, Transfer
ATTORNEY ONLY

Assessor's Deed Record

Deed Names2 Verified Names on Deed
Last SaleNov 15, 2016 · Amount on Record
Deed SaleNov 15, 2016 · Amount on Record
Deed Document Number201644988
Last Transfer DateFeb 27, 2020
Transfer Doc0000007541
Record UpdatedSep 20, 2026

May 2026: Affidavit of Death of Trustee, Transfer

Document TypeAffidavit of Death of Trustee
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Recording DateMay 22, 2026
Property Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4413
Document Number0000011643
Instrument DateMay 15, 2026
Instrument202611643
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJul 12, 2026

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyFull Amount Stated
Additional
  • Multiple Parcels

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipFamily Trust
Address3759 VISTA DR, SOQUEL, CA 95073-2324
InvestorPossibly a Property Investor

February 2020: Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer

Document TypeIntrafamily Transfer
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Recording DateFeb 28, 2020
Property Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4469
Document Number0000007034
Map ReferenceMB 23 PG 24
Instrument DateFeb 27, 2020
Instrument2020-0007034
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedAug 17, 2021
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Intrafamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipCommunity Property with Right of Survivorship
Address3759 VISTA DR, SOQUEL, CA 95073-2324
InvestorPossibly a Property Investor

Mortgage

Document Number0000007035
DateFeb 28, 2020
Instrument2020-0007035
Lender
NameNEWREZ LLC
TypeNon-Lending Institution
Agreement
TypeConventional Mortgage
AmountAmount Recorded
Term361 Months
DueMar 1, 2050

March 2020: Quit Claim Deed, Transfer

Document TypeQuit Claim Deed
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Recording DateMar 4, 2020
Property Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4469
Document Number0000007541
Instrument DateFeb 27, 2020
Instrument7541
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedMar 23, 2020
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Additional
  • Quitclaim
  • Intrafamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipRevocable Trust
Address3759 VISTA DR SOQUEL CA 950732324, SOQUEL, CA 95073-2324

March 2017: Quit Claim Deed, Transfer

Document TypeQuit Claim Deed
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Recording DateMar 13, 2017
Property Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4469
Document Number0000008548
Instrument DateMar 7, 2017
Instrument8548
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedMar 31, 2017
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Additional
  • Quitclaim
  • Intrafamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipPersonal Trust
Address3759 VISTA DR SOQUEL CA 950732324, SOQUEL, CA 95073-2324

March 2017: Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer

Document TypeIntrafamily Transfer
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Recording DateMar 10, 2017
Property Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4469
Document Number0000008485
Map ReferenceMB23 PG24
Instrument DateMar 7, 2017
Instrument2017-0008485
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedAug 17, 2021
Title CompanyFIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Amount AccuracyTransfer Tax Exempt
Additional
  • Intrafamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4469

Mortgage

Document Number0000008486
DateMar 10, 2017
Instrument2017-0008486
Lender
NamePACIFIC UNION FINANCIAL LLC
TypeLending Institution
Agreement
TypeConventional Mortgage
AmountAmount Recorded
Term361 Months
DueApr 1, 2047

January 2017: Grant Deed, Transfer

Document TypeGrant Deed
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Recording DateJan 6, 2017
Property Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4469
Document Number0000000720
Instrument DateDec 28, 2016
Instrument720
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJan 13, 2017
Title CompanyATTORNEY ONLY

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Additional
  • Arm's Length

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipCommunity Property
Address3759 VISTA DR SOQUEL CA 950732324, SOQUEL, CA 95073-2324

January 2017: Quit Claim Deed, Transfer

Document TypeQuit Claim Deed
JurisdictionSANTA CRUZ CA
Recording DateJan 6, 2017
Property Address236 NORTH AVE, APTOS, CA 95003-4469
Document Number0000000721
Instrument DateDec 28, 2016
Instrument721
Transaction TypeTransfer
Record UpdatedJan 13, 2017
Title CompanyATTORNEY ONLY

Transaction

Tax$0.00
Additional
  • Quitclaim
  • Intrafamily Transfer

Transferred From (Grantor/Seller)

NameVerified Name

Transferred To (Grantee/Buyer)

NameVerified Name
RelationshipPersonal Trust
Address3759 VISTA DR SOQUEL CA 950732324, SOQUEL, CA 95073-2324

Tax Assessment & Valuation

Source: Santa Cruz County assessment roll, as of August 19, 2026

Property Jurisdictions

TypeName
StateCalifornia
CountySanta Cruz County
Unified School DistrictPajaro Valley Joint Unified School District (KG - 12)

Tax Bill & Assessment History

YearTax BillAssessed Value
2026$1,005,044 (+2%) Land $738,690 Building $266,354
2025$13,692.00 (+10.22%)$985,338 (+4.04%) Land $724,206 Building $261,132
2023$12,422.00 (+2.37%)$947,076 Land $696,084 Building $250,992
2022$12,135.00

Assessed value is set for property tax purposes and is not a market price estimate.

Flood

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective July 10, 2019 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026

FEMA Flood ZoneZone X
minimal risk
Flood Insurance RequirementNot required
lenders may require it
Community Rating SystemClass 8 (10% premium discount)
Nearby Flood Policies6 in force
Nearby Flood Claims57 (1978–2023)
Claims Outside the SFHA3 of 57
Most Recent ClaimJan 2023 · Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides
Claims by Event
  • Severe Winter Storms And Flooding, Feb 1998 · 2 claims
  • Coastal Storms, Floods, Slides & Tornadoes, Mar 1983 · 17 claims
  • Severe Storms, Flood, Mudslides & High Tide, Jan 1982 · 8 claims

Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.

Wildfire

Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024

Wildfire RiskLow
lower than 80% of the US · lower than 88% of California
Wildfire Likelihood0.01% annual chance
ExposureNone
beyond ember reach

Drinking Water

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026

Water SystemSOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT
serves 40,962 people · EPA ID CA4410017
Water SourcePurchased surface water from several systems
Last State InspectionJun 2023
Lead2 ppb (2023–2025)
action level 15 ppb

Violations Reported to EPA

Water QualityNone
last 10 years
Treatment and ProcedureNone
last 10 years
Monitoring and ReportingNone
last 3 years

Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.

Internet Providers

Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 564 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025

ProviderMax Down / Up (Mbps)
AT&T
Fiber · Fixed Wireless, DSL in parts of the area		5,000 / 5,000
Xfinity
Cable		1,200 / 35
Verizon
Fixed Wireless		300 / 20
T-Mobile USA
Fixed Wireless		100 / 20

May also be available: Cruzio Internet, Etheric Communications, LLC., Surfnet Communications.

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