Home | Santa Cruz County | Ben Lomond | 95005 | 135 Rancho Rio Ave
MLS: ML82042960 | Status: Contingent | Price: $1,150,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 3
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 1,968 | 19,123 | 1961 |
Sought after sunny location in Ben Lomond, this single story, 3-bed, 3-bath home offers a thoughtful, spacious floorplan, on a .44 acre lot, nestled safely above Newell Creek. Excellent indoor/outdoor flow for entertaining. An abundance of natural light, beautiful greenery, fenced yard, and bocce ball court. Spacious side yard for RV parking. Enjoy privacy, versatility, and the charm of San Lorenzo Valley living, all just minutes to downtown Ben Lomond, hiking trails, and an easy commute to Santa Cruz or Silicon Valley. Best of both worlds - great weather, nearby beaches and Redwood forests. A rare opportunity to own a serene retreat with space, natural beauty, and classic mountain character.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82042960 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Dining Room | Dining Area in Family Room |
| Family Room | Other |
| Fireplace | Wood Stove |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air - Gas |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | San Lorenzo Valley Unified |
| High School District | San Lorenzo Valley Unified |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R-1-15 |
Kristjan Higdon
eXp Realty of California Inc
License #: 01948080
Phone: (650) 303-1216
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Lorenzo Valley Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.69 mi | 6 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.73 mi | 6 |
| San Lorenzo Valley High School | public | 9-12 | 1.83 mi | 8 |
| Ludlow Preschool | public | UG | 1.87 mi | N/A |
| Boulder Creek Elementary School | public | K-5 | 3.58 mi | 9 |
| Scotts Valley High School | public | 9-12 | 4.12 mi | 8 |
| Scotts Valley Middle School | public | 6-8 | 4.17 mi | 7 |
| Bonny Doon Elementary School | public | K-6 | 4.36 mi | 6 |
| Vine Hill Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.55 mi | 8 |
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8633 Glen Arbor Rd | $1,075,000 | 3 | 2/1 | 1,838 | Active |
| 9630 Zayante Dr | $989,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,874 | Active |
| 8684 Hihn Rd | $975,000 | 3 | 2/1 | 1,476 | Active |
| 7910 Hihn Rd | $1,295,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,597 | Active |
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