Home | Santa Cruz County | Ben Lomond | 95005 | 171 Arden Ave
MLS: ML82035239 | Status: Sold | Price: $555,000
Beds/Baths: 2 / 1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Bath | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 1,050 | 7,362 | 1951 |
Opportunity knocks in one of Ben Lomonds' most desirable neighborhoods, where sunshine and small-town charm meet convenient access to Santa Cruz and Silicon Valley. Set on a flat, sunny, 7,362 sq ft lot, this property offers excellent potential for buyers ready to renovate, expand, or create their ideal and customized home. The 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 1,050 sq ft of living space. This is a fixer with major upside potential ideal for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to build equity. Why We Love Ben Lomond.. Ben Lomond is one of the most sought-after San Lorenzo Valley communities thanks to its balance of nature and convenience: Easy access to Santa Cruz beaches, shopping, and dining Access to Highway 9 and Highway 17 for Silicon Valley commuters Surrounded by redwood forests, trails, and river recreation Minutes to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Popular local cafes, restaurants, and markets Friendly, community-oriented small-town atmosphere Sunny mountain setting close to coastal amenities The generous sunny lot provides room to reimagine the home, improve outdoor spaces, or explore expansion possibilities. Unlock the potential of this Ben Lomond opportunity. Properties combining location, sunshine, and upside are increasingly rare.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82035239 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Dining Room | Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Wood Burning |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Wall Furnace |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter and Slab |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Detached, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Garage: 1 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | San Lorenzo Valley Unified |
| High School District | San Lorenzo Valley Unified |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R-1-15 |
Shemeika K. Fox
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
License #: 01479629
Phone: (831) 588-2334
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Lorenzo Valley Middle School | public | 6-8 | 0.83 mi | 6 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.89 mi | 6 |
| San Lorenzo Valley High School | public | 9-12 | 0.98 mi | 8 |
| Ludlow Preschool | public | UG | 1.01 mi | N/A |
| Scotts Valley Middle School | public | 6-8 | 3.82 mi | 7 |
| Bonny Doon Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.84 mi | 6 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.04 mi | 9 |
| Scotts Valley High School | public | 9-12 | 4.23 mi | 8 |
| Vine Hill Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.60 mi | 8 |
| Brook Knoll Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.97 mi | 7 |
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