NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1888 Benson Ave Cambria, CA 93428

Cambria Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $997,000 - $1,179,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,578 Sq Ft
$681/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 27, 2013

Last sale price $522,000 $331 Per Sq Ft

Est. 106% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,193/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Coast Union High School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of September 2013

This charming 1951 Cottage on Lodge Hill sits on almost a quarter of an acre and features beautiful stonework, decorative paving, gardens and wraparound porch. With just a handful of steps to the front door,this 3 bedroom 2 bath home offers single level living and plentiful gardening opportunity or elbow room, your choice. Surrounded by pines and majestic oaks, there is also a peak of ocean view.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lynn Taylor

Lynn Taylor, Broker Listed on: 09/18/2013

Lynn Taylor, Broker

Last Buyer's Agent

Bob Kasper

The Real Estate Company of Cambria License #01423355

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 10,171 Sq Ft Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Peek-A-Boo

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,578 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 023113033

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subdivision Name Other: Lodge Hill(430)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: SFR
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 023113033
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1578.00
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Wood Stove Insert, Wood Burning
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 330.80
  • Room Type: Main Floor Master Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • View: Peek-A-Boo, Trees/Woods
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Covered, Driveway, RV Access/Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Available, Phone Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level with Street, Paved, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10171.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2330

Multi Family

  • Lot Size Area: 10171.0000 Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2025
Sold by
Piedra Susan E
Bought by
Susan E Piedra Family Trust and Piedra
Current Estimated Value
$1,074,936

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2013
Closed on
Sep 11, 2013
Sold by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M
Bought by
Piedra Susan E
Seller's Agent
Lynn Taylor
Lynn Taylor, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Bob Kasper
The Real Estate Company of Cambria
List Price
$535,000
Sold Price
$522,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,000
-2.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2011
Sold by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M
Bought by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$262,000
Interest Rate
4.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2004
Sold by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M
Bought by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2002
Sold by
Shelley William D
Bought by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$351,000
Interest Rate
6.6%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2002
Sold by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M
Bought by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2001
Sold by
Shelley William D
Bought by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
7.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2001
Sold by
Shelley Karen M
Bought by
Shelley William D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
7.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2000
Sold by
Mid State Properties Llc
Bought by
Shelley William D and Shelley Karen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
7.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 1997
Sold by
Watson James P
Bought by
Watson Theodora E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,150
Interest Rate
10.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 1997
Sold by
Hill Winifred T
Bought by
Watson Theodora E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,150
Interest Rate
10.5%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Susan E Piedra Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Piedra Susan E $522,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Shelley William D -- Wfg Title Company
Shelley William D -- Wfg Title Company
Shelley William D -- First American Title Company
Shelley William D -- First American Title Company
Shelley William D -- Chicago Title Co
Shelley William D -- Chicago Title Co
Shelley William D -- --
Shelley William D -- Cuesta Title Company
Shelley William D -- Cuesta Title Company
Shelley William D $320,000 First American Title
Watson Theodora E -- First American Title Ins Co
Watson Theodora E $153,000 First American Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Shelley William D $262,000
Previous Owner Shelley William D $333,700
Previous Owner Shelley William D $351,000
Previous Owner Shelley William D $352,000
Previous Owner Shelley William D $288,000
Previous Owner Watson Theodora E $146,150
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/27/2013 09/27/13 Sold $522,000 -2.4% $331 / Sq Ft
09/18/2013 09/18/13 For Sale $535,000 0.0% $339 / Sq Ft
09/07/2013 09/07/13 Pending -- -- --
08/14/2013 08/14/13 For Sale $535,000 -- $339 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,861 $639,891 $429,047 $210,844
2024 $6,742 $627,345 $420,635 $206,710
2023 $6,742 $615,045 $412,388 $202,657
2022 $6,608 $602,986 $404,302 $198,684
2021 $6,510 $591,164 $396,375 $194,789
2020 $6,434 $585,103 $392,311 $192,792
2019 $6,309 $573,631 $384,619 $189,012
2018 $6,183 $562,384 $377,078 $185,306
2017 $6,058 $551,358 $369,685 $181,673
2016 $5,938 $540,548 $362,437 $178,111
2015 $5,854 $532,429 $356,993 $175,436
2014 $5,649 $522,000 $350,000 $172,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Lynn Taylor

    Lynn Taylor, Broker

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  • Bob Kasper

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Bob Kasper

    The Real Estate Company of Cambria

    (805) 909-9707

    72 in this area

    79 Total Sales

    Bob Kasper
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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SC199690

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 023-113-033

California San Luis Obispo County Cambria 93428 Cambria

1888 Benson Ave, Cambria, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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