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listing_id: ML82042960
status: ActiveUnderContract
price: 1150000
beds: 3
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1968
sqft_lot: 19123
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1961
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "135 Rancho Rio Ave"
city: Ben Lomond
state: CA
zip: 95005
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 37.0880564
lng: -122.0772225
days_on_market: 8
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Kristjan Higdon"
list_office: "eXp Realty of California Inc"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 303-1216"
list_agent_license: 01948080
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-04-21
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Santa Cruz County | Ben Lomond | 95005 | 135 Rancho Rio Ave

135 Rancho Rio Ave, Ben Lomond, CA 95005

MLS: ML82042960 | Status: Contingent | Price: $1,150,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 3
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 3 1,968 19,123 1961

Remarks

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.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82042960
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Dining Room Dining Area in Family Room
Family Room Other
Fireplace Wood Stove
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air - Gas

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Shingle
Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Parking, School, and Other Information

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

Contact Information

Kristjan Higdon
eXp Realty of California Inc
License #: 01948080
Phone: (650) 303-1216

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

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

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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 21, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Kristjan Higdon, (650) 303-1216.