**Charming 3 Bedroom Home in the Hills of Aptos **
Cozy fully furnished home nestled in the Santa Cruz mountains overlooking Nisene Marks Forest. Just a 10 minute drive to Aptos Village, and a quick walk to hiking trails. Spacious deck, central heating, and new appliances.
This warm and inviting 2- bedroom, 2.5 bath home (approx. 1,284 sq ft) is tucked away on a serene lot with forest views and a peaceful ambiance.
Highlights & Features
**Interior Features
* Vaulted beam ceilings, skylights, and an abundance of natural light
* Inverted floor plan: bedrooms on lower level, living spaces above with elevated views
* Cozy wood-burning fireplace with fan
* Kitchen equipped with granite countertops, pantry, gas range, dishwasher, microwave, and disposal
* Flooring mix of hardwood, tile, and carpet
* Laundry area inside
**Exterior & Lot
* Lot size ~5,793 sq ft, sloping downward from the home
* Spacious deck for outdoor entertaining and enjoying treetop views
* Sunny garden area
* One covered carport parking space
* View of forest/woods setting
Location & Neighborhood
This home is ideally located in the scenic hills of Aptos, offering both privacy and convenience. You'll find:
* Minutes to Aptos Village
* Quick access to local trails, redwood groves, and natural beauty
* About a 5 minute drive to the beach
* School district: Pajaro Valley Unified; nearby schools include Valencia Elementary, Aptos Junior High, Aptos High
Ideal For
This home is perfect for those who appreciate quiet, nature immersed living with modern comforts. Whether you work from home, entertain outdoors, or simply unwind in the trees, this house offers a rare blend of tranquility and access to town amenities.
Please note the landlord resides on site in the detached room underneath the home with a separate entrance to a third bedroom inside the house which is locked and inaccessible to the rest of the home. The unit is entirely separated from the home and will have no impact on your privacy or living situation. She will be available if anything comes up or anything is needed but entirely hands off otherwise.
No smoking allowed in or around the property. No outdoor cooking, this is a high risk fire zone. Lease term can be mid-term or annual. Pets negotiable depending on size and number of animals. Renter responsible for pg&e, propane, and water, landlord covers WiFi and trash. One covered parking spot and one uncovered spot directly behind covered spot available.
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$4,500/mo
851 Burns Ave, Aptos, CA 95003
2beds
1,284sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available now
No pets
Window unit
In unit laundry
Detached parking
Forced air, wall furnace
What's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplaceForest viewsSerene lotAbundance of natural lightSunny garden areaTreetop viewsInverted floor plan
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,284 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Garbage not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Heating system: Wall, Water not included in rent
Details
- Parcel number: 04016209
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Aptos
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,500+60.7%$4/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Sold | $825,000$643/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Pending sale | $825,000$643/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Contingent | $825,000$643/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $825,000$643/sqft |
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