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listing_id: ML81981848
status: Closed
price: 1685000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1544
sqft_lot: 7275
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1966
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "9 Benito Ave"
city: La Selva Beach
state: CA
zip: 95076
county: "Santa Cruz County"
lat: 36.934966
lng: -121.862382
days_on_market: 550
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "Capito&Sullivan Team"
list_office: "Sotheby’s International Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(831) 887-8022"
list_agent_license: 70010258
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Santa Cruz County | La Selva Beach | 95076 | 9 Benito Ave

9 Benito Ave, La Selva Beach, CA 95076

MLS: ML81981848 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,685,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 1,544 7,275 1966

Remarks

Just one block from the ocean, this house surrounds you with serene ocean sounds and beautiful views. Nestled in the peaceful La Selva Beach neighborhood, it offers a spacious backyard and an easy stroll to a beautiful park overlooking dramatic views of surfer riding breakers and joyful beachgoers enjoying the sand and the ocean. A spacious deck offers the perfect opportunity for gatherings or to relax to the accompaniment of ocean sounds while shaded by mature trees. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach house boasts beautiful ocean views from the back patio. The bright kitchen fills the space with natural light. La Selva Beach has an association that residents can join giving you private access and amenities. Sellers are encouraging back up offers.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML81981848
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom
Bathrooms Stall Shower, Full on Ground Floor
Kitchen Countertop - Tile, Skylight(s)
Appliances Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Electric, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Eat in Kitchen
Family Room No Family Room
Fireplace Family Room
Flooring Carpet, Tile
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Style Cottage

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, On Street, Garage: 1 Car(s)
Elementary District Pajaro Valley Unified
High School District Pajaro Valley Unified
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Public
Zoning SFR

Contact Information

Capito&Sullivan Team
Sotheby’s International Realty
License #: 00797423,01910918
Phone: (831) 887-8022

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Renaissance High Continuation School public 9-12 1.02 mi 3
Rio Del Mar Elementary School public K-6 1.92 mi 9
Aptos High School public 9-12 2.91 mi 8
Aptos Junior High School public 7-8 3.17 mi 4
Valencia Elementary School public K-6 3.39 mi 7
Calabasas Elementary School public K-6 3.91 mi 3
Pajaro Valley High School public 9-12 4.16 mi 4
Bradley Elementary School public K-6 4.17 mi 5
Rolling Hills Middle School public 6-8 4.31 mi 2
Duncan Holbert public KG 4.32 mi N/A
Freedom Elementary School public K-5 4.50 mi 2
Mar Vista Elementary School public K-6 4.66 mi 6
New School Community Day public 9-12 4.91 mi 1

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This listing information is up-to-date as of January 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Capito&Sullivan Team, (831) 887-8022.