Home | Monterey County | Salinas | 93908 | 242 San Benancio Rd
MLS: ML81959102 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,510,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 2,987 | 2.974 | 1973 |
Welcome to your dream estate perched above the Pastures of Heaven and behind private gates off the Monterey-Salinas Highway. This vast property features a spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home set on just under 3-acres with sprawling panoramic views. Upon entry, you'll be captivated by the grandeur of the vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the main living space with natural light and showcasing the stunning vistas that are your living room backdrop. Outside, enjoy the luxury of a private pool and patio, perfect for relaxation and entertaining in the invitingly warm San Benancio climate. The expansive grounds with open pasture below, provide endless opportunities, including a healthy and shared well for ample water supply. Beyond the gates, you'll find yourself in close proximity to over 80 miles of hiking trails, allowing you to immerse yourself in the area's natural beauty or indulge in nearby attractions such as Laguna Seca Raceway and the Monterey Zoo. Don't miss your opportunity to make this extraordinary retreat your own.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML81959102 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bathrooms | Shower and Tub, Stall Shower |
| Appliances | Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Electric, Washer/Dryer |
| Dining Room | Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen |
| Family Room | Kitchen/Family Room Combo |
| Fireplace | Family Room, Living Room |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air, Gas |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Wood |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Covered Parking, Parking Deck, Garage: 0 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Washington Union Elementary |
| High School District | Salinas Union High |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Water | Shared Well |
| Zoning | LDR/5 |
Doug Steiny
Sotheby’s International Realty
License #: 00681652
Phone: (831) 236-7363
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Elementary School | public | 4,5 | 1.91 mi | 7 |
| Toro Preschool | public | UG | 2.13 mi | N/A |
| San Benancio Middle School | public | 6-8 | 2.13 mi | 7 |
| Toro Park Elementary School | public | K-3 | 3.03 mi | 9 |
| Buena Vista Middle School | public | 6-8 | 4.55 mi | 8 |
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