2555 Benson Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95065

$3,495,000
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,809 sqft
0.2 acres
$918 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2555 Benson Ave

This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom custom home in Santa Cruz spans 3,809 Sq Ft on a lot exceeding 10,000 Sq Ft Gorgeous ocean & Monterey Bay views. The gourmet chefs kitchen boasts marble & quartz countertops, a built-in oven/microwave, gas range, griddle & grill, hot water pot filler. dishwasher, built-in refrigerator, and more. Formal living & dining rooms. 2nd primary suite on 1st floor. The home features a variety of amenities, inc. walk-in closets, recessed lighting, wide plank white oak hardwood floors, marble, and stone flooring, and a cozy family room with a slate surfaced gas fireplace. Loft area with built-ins. Primary bathroom is equipped with luxurious touches such as double sinks, marble finishes, floating tub , double stall shower. Large closet with custom built-ins. Wrap around deck with ocean views. Laundry facilities include 220V electrical hookups, a utility room, and a tub/sink setup. The property falls within the Soquel Union Elementary School District. Additional features include central forced air heating with multiple zones, double-pane windows, a tankless water heater, and an electric vehicle hookup. The home also offers a 3-car garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. One of 9 homes with access to 56 aces of Conservation Open Space.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size3,809 sqft
Lot size0.24 Acres
Year built2021
ParkingGated
MLS #ML81986257
Attached garage3 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room
ViewCanyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Trees/Woods

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Summary

  • MLS Number: ML81986257
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • Office Phone: (408) 355-1500
  • Listing Agent: William Lister

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 09, 2022
Home Sold
$3,180,000
Oct 07, 2020
Home Sold
$400,000
May 31, 2019
Home Sold
$540,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$3,308,472$37,479
2023$3,243,600$36,577
2022$1,335,000$15,880
2021$610,000$8,384
2020$550,800$6,240

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

8005 Winkle Ave

5

Green Acres Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

966 Bostwick Ln

7

Main Street Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

3400 N Main St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,887. The most common annual income of people living in Santa Cruz, CA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

25%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
17%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

51%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • ClassicalClassical
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 2555 Benson Ave

This home is located at 2555 Benson Ave in Santa Cruz, CA and zip code 95065 in the Santa Cruz Gardens neighborhood. This 3,809 square foot home, which was built in 2021, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,495,000.

While more than 6 listings in Santa Cruz, CA in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 7 listings sold at asking price, and more than 21 were sold below. The number of listings in Santa Cruz, CA increased by 10.6% between December and January 2025. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $1,375,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 35 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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