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.
For sale
$1,150,000
135 Rancho Rio Ave, Ben Lomond, CA 95005
3beds
1,968sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1961
0.44 Acres Lot
$1,132,200 Zestimate®
$584/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardBocce ball courtSingle storyAbundance of natural lightThoughtful spacious floorplanBeautiful greenery
- 6 hours |
- 106 |
- 11 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kristjan Higdon 01948080 650-303-1216,
eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82042960
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Dining room
- Features: DiningFamilyCombo
Family room
- Features: Other
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,968
- Total interior livable area: 1,968 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 07732104000
- Zoning: R-1-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ben Lomond
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $584/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $955,777
- Annual tax amount: $11,430
- Date on market: 4/14/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
$1,132,200
$1.08M - $1.19M
$4,752/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+36.9%$584/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82042960 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2018 | Sold | $840,000-4.4%$427/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81683261 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2017 | Pending sale | $879,000$447/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos #81683261 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2017 | Price change | $879,000-0.1%$447/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Aptos #81683261 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2017 | Listed for sale | $880,000+13.5%$447/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2006 | Sold | $775,000-5.8%$394/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2005 | Sold | $822,500+45.6%$418/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2001 | Sold | $565,000$287/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,430 +4.2% | $955,777 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,971 -0.1% | $937,036 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,981 +2.4% | $918,663 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,723 +2% | $900,650 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,509 +4.1% | $882,990 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,097 +5.6% | $873,936 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,564 +2% | $856,800 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,378 -1.6% | $840,000 -1.4% |
| 2017 | $9,535 +10% | $851,559 +11% |
| 2016 | $8,671 +11% | $767,171 +11% |
| 2015 | $7,814 +22.2% | $691,145 +23% |
| 2014 | $6,395 | $561,906 +27.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $441,750 -1.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $449,500 -13.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $519,250 -10.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $581,250 -17.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $705,250 -9% |
| 2007 | -- | $775,000 -5.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $822,500 +37.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $599,861 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $588,099 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $577,320 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $566,000 +245.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $163,915 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $160,701 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$6,586/mo
Principal & interest
$5532
Property taxes
$1054
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95005
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10San Lorenzo Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10San Lorenzo Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10San Lorenzo Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SanLorenzoValleyUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- California
- Santa Cruz County
- Ben Lomond
- 95005
- 135 Rancho Rio Ave
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