Home | Santa Cruz County | Ben Lomond | 95005 | 280 Sweetwater Ln
MLS: ML82017384 | Status: Active | Price: $499,000
Beds/Baths: – / –
Property Type: Land
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | – | 10.89 | – |
A truly rare find of 10.89 acres of sun-drenched, usable land in the heart of Ben Lomond, offering a blend of rural tranquility and modern readiness. With nearly every infrastructure box checked, this property is ready for your vision. Enjoy the benefits of an approved permit for a 1,200 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home, along with established electricity, running water, functioning septic system, and a prolific shared well that provides abundant water. Two access roads, 1 paved - make entry a breeze. Set up an RV and live onsite while you build. A large greenhouse, garden areas, and two new 10x12 barn sheds support your dream of sustainable living. There's also a small goat barn, hillside goat pen, and conduit installed for a future electric gate. Redwood trees frame the property beautifully & can be milled for future decking or fencing. Install a hot tub and unwind under the stars.This property is perfectly suited for peaceful evenings and mountain serenity. This versatile property spans 3 separate parcels, offering opportunities for a private estate, income-producing retreat, permaculture farm, or communal homestead. With all-day sun, plenty of flat space, fencing in place, and just minutes to the iconic Brookdale Lodge, 280 Sweetwater Lane is where your dream lifestyle begins.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82017384 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Days on Site | 216 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Elementary District | San Lorenzo Valley Unified |
| High School District | San Lorenzo Valley Unified |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Water | Well |
| Zoning | RA |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Development Status | Approved Building Plan, Other - Call Listing Agent |
| Existing Structures | Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Sheds |
| Fencing | MixedHeightType |
| Lot Description | Grade - Level, Grade - Rolling, Grade - Sloped Down, Grade - Varies |
| Present Use | Residential |
MaryBeth McLaughlin
Room Real Estate
License #: 01466579
Phone: (831) 252-4085
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder Creek Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.44 mi | 9 |
| San Lorenzo Valley Middle School | public | 6-8 | 3.33 mi | 6 |
| Bonny Doon Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.39 mi | 6 |
| Ludlow Preschool | public | UG | 3.40 mi | N/A |
| San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School | public | K-5 | 3.42 mi | 6 |
| San Lorenzo Valley High School | public | 9-12 | 3.47 mi | 8 |
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 335 Braemoor Dr | $489,000 | – | – | – | Active |
| 2472 Fanning Grade | $495,000 | – | – | – | Active |
| 685 Robles Dr | $419,000 | – | – | – | Contingent |
| 11035 Empire Grade | $525,000 | – | – | – | Active |
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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 01, 2026. For the most current information, please contact MaryBeth McLaughlin, (831) 252-4085.