This 40 acre ranch property with corral, hay barn and equestrian facilities features privacy and sweeping views and also boasts a California Mediterranean style residence. Set atop a knoll in San Benancio, the home enjoys expansive views of Steinbeck's pastures of heaven, the surrounding hills, and vistas from Monterey Bay to Santa Cruz and beyond from all main rooms. The living room opens to a spacious view deck. The well appointed kitchen has a comfortable adjoining breakfast/family room with fireplace. The master suite with sitting area and bookcases has a private adjacent deck. The property offers peace and quiet with a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath main residence, plus a 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest house, and a separate barn. This is a great property for horses and comfortable ranch style living.
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
40.57 acresLot Size
$967Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tim Allen•DRE #00891159• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 831-214-1990
Bought with Brittany Walker•DRE #01974651• Coldwell Banker Realty
Beautifully crafted Spanish villa on 40+ grazing acres in Steinbeck country. Exceptional bay views to Sta Cruz & the splendor of sprawling ranch lifestyle. Foreman's ranch house, carriage hs & barn round out this spectacular property.
MLSListings #1
Aug 16, 2006
Price Changed
$3,750,000
$1,111/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,580 (+4.1%)
$1,561,724 + $747,394
$2,309,118
2024
$24,566 (+3.7%)
$1,531,102 + $732,740
$2,263,842
2023
$23,700 (−0.6%)
$1,501,081 + $718,373
$2,219,454
2022
$23,837 (+4.6%)
$1,471,649 + $704,288
$2,175,937
2021
$22,800 (+1.9%)
$1,442,794 + $690,479
$2,133,273
2020
$22,376 (+12.6%)
$1,414,504 + $676,941
$2,091,445
2019
$19,873 (+1.3%)
$1,400,000 + $670,000
$2,070,000
2018
$19,618 (+0.3%)
$1,239,000 + $570,000
$1,809,000
2017
$19,562 (+16.9%)
$1,180,000 + $543,000
$1,723,000
2016
$16,735 (+9.1%)
$1,180,000 + $543,000
$1,723,000
2015
$15,345 (+5.2%)
$1,021,000 + $469,000
$1,490,000
2014
$14,586 (+10.9%)
$897,000 + $413,000
$1,310,000
2013
$13,151 (−28.6%)
$897,000 + $413,000
$1,310,000
2012
$18,423 (−0.6%)
$805,000 + $370,000
$1,175,000
2011
$18,536 (−50.2%)
$966,000 + $690,000
$1,656,000
2010
$37,229 (+0.4%)
$966,000 + $690,000
$1,656,000
2009
$37,078 (−8.8%)
$2,295,000 + $1,055,700
$3,350,700
2008
$40,673
$2,295,000 + $1,055,700
$3,350,700
Tax history for 364 San Benancio Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,580 (+4.1%)
$1,561,724 + $747,394
$2,309,118
2024
$24,566 (+3.7%)
$1,531,102 + $732,740
$2,263,842
2023
$23,700 (−0.6%)
$1,501,081 + $718,373
$2,219,454
2022
$23,837 (+4.6%)
$1,471,649 + $704,288
$2,175,937
2021
$22,800 (+1.9%)
$1,442,794 + $690,479
$2,133,273
2020
$22,376 (+12.6%)
$1,414,504 + $676,941
$2,091,445
2019
$19,873 (+1.3%)
$1,400,000 + $670,000
$2,070,000
2018
$19,618 (+0.3%)
$1,239,000 + $570,000
$1,809,000
2017
$19,562 (+16.9%)
$1,180,000 + $543,000
$1,723,000
2016
$16,735 (+9.1%)
$1,180,000 + $543,000
$1,723,000
2015
$15,345 (+5.2%)
$1,021,000 + $469,000
$1,490,000
2014
$14,586 (+10.9%)
$897,000 + $413,000
$1,310,000
2013
$13,151 (−28.6%)
$897,000 + $413,000
$1,310,000
2012
$18,423 (−0.6%)
$805,000 + $370,000
$1,175,000
2011
$18,536 (−50.2%)
$966,000 + $690,000
$1,656,000
2010
$37,229 (+0.4%)
$966,000 + $690,000
$1,656,000
2009
$37,078 (−8.8%)
$2,295,000 + $1,055,700
$3,350,700
2008
$40,673
$2,295,000 + $1,055,700
$3,350,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
40.57 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
3,373
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monterey County
APN
416631001000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Detached, Gate/Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Guest House
Secondary Living Space Sq. Ft.: 1,669
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, In Other Location
Fireplaces (Minimum): 3
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay, Forest/Woods, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Pasture, Ridge, Valley
Roof: Tile
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,375
Property Information
Horse Property: Yes
Horse Property Description: Arena, Barn, Hay Storage
Property Primary ID: 130168
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 40.57
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RC/40-VS
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Private/Mutual
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: Washington Union Elementary
High School District: Salinas Union High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,373
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 40.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Monterey County
APN: 416631001000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
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Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi
8/10
San Benancio Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
8/10
Salinas High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
7/10
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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8 days above 85° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.10M – $3.76M
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