Recently Listed Open House 2/21 1pm - 4pm
171 Arden Avenue
Ben Lomond, CA, 95005 $ 588,000
Bedrooms2 Baths1.0 Sq 1,050 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,620
Listed by KW Thrive Santa Cruz
for $588,000 with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This 1,050 square foot home was built in 1951 on a lot size of 0.169.
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.
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Open House
2/21/2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2/22/2026 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
171 Arden Avenue Ben Lomond, CA
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 1050
Heating Wall Furnace
Cooling None
Roof Composition
Zoning R-1-15
Garage Spaces 1
Year Built 1951
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Santa Cruz
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 1
Special Listing Conditions Standard
Status Active
Directions Cross Street: Glen Arbor Rd.
City Ben Lomond
High School District Other
MLS Area 699 - Not Defined
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 7362
Property Attached Y/N false
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Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Year Built Source Assessor
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
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InteriorFireplace Features Wood Burning
Common Walls No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Total Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 1
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ExteriorParking Features Off Street
Water Source Public
Total Parking 1
Lot Size Area 7362
Lot Size Acres 0.169
Lot Size Source Assessor
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByKw Thrive Santa CruzBroker
sfox@yoursantacruzrealestate.comEmail
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Average List Price $883,500
Percent of Sale Price 50%
About Ben Lomond, CA 6,420 Population
-5% Since 2002
$ 73,891 Median Income
46.99 Median Age
29% Households with Children
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4827338 Elementary School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 2/19/2026 | $588,000 | | Listed Price |