Home | Santa Cruz County | La Selva Beach | 95076 | 72 Mar Monte Ave
MLS: ML82055996 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,650,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 2,250 | 23,827 | 1985 |
Welcome to coastal tranquility at 72 Mar Monte Avenue in coveted La Selva Beach. This single-level home proudly boasts two ground floor primary suites and is the perfect blend of coastal comfort and exceptional flexibility. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths, the thoughtfully designed layout includes a private 1-bedroom, 1-bath suite attached to the finished garage with its own front door, patio and tranquil garden, an ideal space for a primary sanctuary, multi-generational living, or potential conversion into an ADU for passive rental income or guests. Situated just one-half mile from the ocean, and your private beach with parking. Living here centers around fresh salt air, ocean breezes, and effortless beach access. La Selva Beach is renowned for its quiet, close-knit coastal community, where mornings begin with peaceful walks along the bluff and evenings end with colorful sunsets over the Pacific. Away from the noise of the city, this neighborhood delivers an unhurried, authentic California beach lifestyle while keeping local dining, parks, and Aptos conveniences only minutes away. Whether you're hosting on the patio, riding e-bikes down to the water, or unlocking the potential of the bonus suite, a rare slice of coastal paradise waiting for its next chapter.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82055996 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, Walk-in Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor |
| Bathrooms | Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Stone, Tile, Tub, Updated Bath(s), Full on Ground Floor |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator |
| Dining Room | Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen |
| Family Room | No Family Room |
| Fireplace | Living Room |
| Flooring | Carpet, Wood |
| Laundry | Inside |
| Cooling | Multi-Zone |
| Heating | Central Forced Air |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Guest / Visitor Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Pajaro Valley Unified |
| High School District | Pajaro Valley Unified |
| E.V. Hookup | Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts) |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R-1-9 |
| Listing Agent | Co-Listing Agent |
|---|---|
| Kathleen Zech | Paul Zech |
| Coldwell Banker Realty | Coldwell Banker Realty |
| License #: 01883107 | License #: 01965059 |
| Phone: (831) 247-8155 | Phone: (831) 247-3007 |
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renaissance High Continuation School | public | 9-12 | 1.16 mi | 3 |
| Rio Del Mar Elementary School | public | K-6 | 1.68 mi | 9 |
| Aptos High School | public | 9-12 | 2.33 mi | 8 |
| Aptos Junior High School | public | 7-8 | 2.87 mi | 5 |
| Valencia Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.25 mi | 8 |
| Calabasas Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.33 mi | 3 |
| Bradley Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.38 mi | 5 |
| Pajaro Valley High School | public | 9-12 | 3.94 mi | 4 |
| Duncan Holbert | public | KG | 3.99 mi | N/A |
| Rolling Hills Middle School | public | 6-8 | 4.00 mi | 2 |
| Freedom Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.10 mi | 2 |
| Mar Vista Elementary School | public | K-6 | 4.63 mi | 6 |
| Amesti Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.67 mi | 1 |
| New School Community Day | public | 9-12 | 4.67 mi | 1 |
| Watsonville/Aptos/Santa Cruz Adult Education | public | UG | 4.70 mi | N/A |
| Starlight Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.72 mi | 2 |
| Landmark Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.79 mi | 2 |
| H. A. Hyde Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.83 mi | 2 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle School | public | 6-8 | 4.85 mi | 2 |
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This listing information is up-to-date as of October 03, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Kathleen Zech, (831) 247-8155.