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    280 Sweetwater LN Ben Lomond, CA 95005

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    $499,000

    Residential Lots & Land - BEN LOMOND, CA

    Lot size:
    10.89 Acres
    Added:
    Feb 12, 2026
    Days on Market:
    72
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 25 at 4:06 am

    Property Features for 280 Sweetwater LN

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    RA
    Exterior features
    Fence
    Fencing
    Fenced
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    10.89 Acres

    Building Details

    Architectural style
    Other

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    MaryBeth McLaughlin
    MaryBeth McLaughlin

    Listing agent MaryBeth McLaughlin License #01466579

    Listing office Room Real Estate 6990 HWY 9, Felton, CA

    Listing date Feb 12, 2026

    MLS# ML82017384 Listing URL

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    Overview

    Sun-Drenched Land in Ben Lomond

    This 10.89-acre property in Ben Lomond offers a blend of rural tranquility and modern readiness. The land benefits from an approved permit for a 1,200 sq ft, 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home, along with established electricity, running water, and a functioning septic system. A prolific shared well provides abundant water. Two access roads, one paved, facilitate entry. The property includes a large greenhouse, garden areas, and two new 10x12 barn sheds. There's also a small goat barn, hillside goat pen, and conduit installed for a future electric gate. Redwood trees frame the property. The versatile property spans 3 separate parcels, offering opportunities for a private estate, income-producing retreat, permaculture farm, or communal homestead. It features all-day sun, plenty of flat space, and fencing. The property is suited for peaceful evenings and mountain serenity. It is located minutes from the Brookdale Lodge.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Hotel & Motel Auto Parts Store Food Market Bed & Breakfast Florist Tattoo & Piercing Shop

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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    City
    Ben Lomond
    County
    Santa Cruz
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.1176371
    Latitude
    37.1030302

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Agricultural land / Farmland - 10.89 acres ready for your vision in Ben Lomond.
    Where is this agricultural land / farmland located?
    The property is located at 280 Sweetwater LN Ben Lomond, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $499,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Approved permit for a 1,200 sq ft, 2‑bedroom home.; Enjoy 10.89 acres of usable, sun‑drenched land.; Established infrastructure: electricity, running water, functioning septic, and shared well.
    (831) 252-4085
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    MaryBeth McLaughlin
    MaryBeth McLaughlin
    Real Estate License ID: 01466579
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    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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