280 Main Street, Ben Lomond, California 95005, Ben Lomond, 95005 - 3 bed, 3 bath
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Ben Lomond, California 95005
This Charming Mountain Cottage is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,195,000—positioned slightly above the $1,145,809 Fair Market Value. While not a discount purchase, the property offers a Good Condition Rating and exceptional lifestyle utility. Featuring a hot tub, designer landscaping, and a walkable location near local amenities, this home provides a rare, car-free mountain lifestyle. With its vaulted ceilings and skylights, it is a turnkey sanctuary for Owner-Occupants or lifestyle-focused buyers seeking immediate comfort in a coveted San Lorenzo Valley neighborhood.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 280 Main Street Subject | $1,095,000* List Price | 3 | 3 | 1,725 | $656 | - |
A 285 Arnold Avenue Sold | $1,110,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,481 | $749 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
While originally built in 1946, the property is well-maintained and move-in ready. It features a fully renovated guest bath with detailed tile work and an updated kitchen with a vented gas range and open floor plan. The presence of skylights, vaulted ceilings, and a well-kept exterior deck indicates significant renovations likely within the 5-15 year range, placing it firmly in the 'Good' category despite its chronological age.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 9932, living area = 1725.
Rare for a mountain community, this property offers a 'no car needed' lifestyle with immediate proximity to local dining, groceries, hardware stores, and a performing arts theater.
The expansive 9,932 sqft lot features designer landscaping, a hot tub, a climbing wall, and a park-like yard, providing a superior environment for family recreation and entertaining.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1725, other record living area = 1979. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
Originally built in 1946, the property may require more frequent maintenance or upgrades to its core systems compared to newer residential builds.
While offering 560 sqft of bonus space, the storage is split between the attic, garage, and basement, which may be less convenient than a modern integrated storage solution.
An absolutely charming cottage home, with mature redwoods and designer landscaping, located in one of the most coveted mountain neighborhoods in the San Lorenzo River Valley. With a large gently sloping park-like yard, hot tub, climbing wall, play house and an excellent back deck, this home is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a quiet weekend in a hammock. There is plenty of space with two large and one standard bedroom all with abundant closet areas and good sun light . The upstairs has vaulted ceilings, a lovely large window seat, and skylights that look out upon trees and provide incredible light. Kitchen has a vented gas range oven, open floor plan, and a long prep counter space. Redwood shelves create an excellent plant wall area. Guest bath is fully renovated with nature mural and detailed tile work. Attic, garage, and basement storage areas total around 560sqft. Large, deep parking area for longer vehicles is available and raised garden beds in the back for the green thumb. No car is needed to quickly get to the local coffee shop, diner, dentist, post office, grocery, hardware, garden store, two restaurants, bakery, bar, and performing arts theater.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 | 69% |
| Square foot | 1,725 | 1,829.5 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 9,932 | 13,983 | 38% |
| Price | $1.09M | $994.5K | 56% |
| Price per sq ft | $635 | $602 | 56% |
| Built year | 1946 | 1956 | 38% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 27 | 100 | 13% |
Jun 4, 2026
$1,095,000
$1,150,000
-5% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 25, 2026
$1,150,000
$1,195,000
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 10, 2026
$1,195,000
Initial Listing
Aug 18, 2021
$900,000
Public Record
Sep 12, 2002
$512,000
Public Record
May 8, 1998
$279,500
Public Record