Aptos Real Estate

Aptos Real Estate & Homes for Sale in California

Whether you love the great outdoors or city life, Aptos, California has the kind of variety that appeals to a myriad of people. Outdoor enthusiasts will be overwhelmed by the natural beauty of the area and city lovers will not be disappointed in the options afforded to them. Aptos is located in an unincorporated portion of Santa Cruz County on the coast of Northern California. Aptos consists of several small communities including Aptos Village, Seacliff, Rio Del Mar, Seascape, La Selva Beach and Day Valley, among others. Homeowners take advantage of living in Aptos; single-family homes, estates, and homes in planned communities offer residents scenic views and proximity to the ocean. The community was the home of Super Bowl Champion quarterback and now NFL broadcaster Trent Dilfer as well as Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover girl Marissa Miller. The community boasts being located on the "sunny side" of the Monterey Bay in Santa Cruz County. The county, one of the smallest in California, contains a variety of spectacular natural scenery and attractions, such as towering redwood trees dominating the mountainous region, fertile farmland, long sandy beaches, and ocean cliffs. Aptos is also a gateway to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. In addition to the great nature attractions, Aptos boast museums, fine dining and some great shopping. Santa Cruz County also offers great vineyards and winemaking, golf courses and an excellent economy thanks to technology and research industries. Aptos maintains the small town feel but is close enough to the attractions of Santa Cruz and is about an hour’s drive from downtown San Francisco.