1691 Benton Street

Santa Clara, CA
$ 988,000 Beds 3 Baths 1 Sq 714
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Tucked into Santa Clara's Old Quad, this light-filled home offers 3 bedrooms (county records reflect 2; buyer to verify) an unexpectedly magical setting beyond the front door. Across the street, Carmelite Gardens offer peaceful, shady walking paths, olive groves and rose arbor. At home, the sense of tranquility continues through a deep lot and private backyard that feels like a secret garden. Seven fruit-bearing trees, greenery & huge 2 car garage - a property with personality, possibility and space. Bright, happy and welcoming w/refinished hardwood, lux plank floors, fresh paint and stylish lighting. The kitchen provides practical workspace & dining area flows naturally into the living room. Full bath w/shower over tub, inside laundry and central heat and A/C add everyday comfort and function. Big in personality, a home that feels joyful w/sunlit interior to the fruit trees and hidden garden, warmth at every turn and a delightful sense there's much more than meets the eye. The deep lot offers huge potential to expand, reimagine or renovate, capitalizing on Santa Clara's most established neighborhood. In the Heart of the Valley, near SC Univ & ever-popular Farmers Market, with convenient access to major employers, transportation, and delish dining on El Camino and Stevens Creek.

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  • Price
  • $ 988,000
  • City
  • Santa Clara
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • SANTA CLARA
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.136088 Acres
  • Zip
  • 95050
  • Sqr Footage
  • 714
  • Year Built
  • 1951
  • Style
  • Ranch
  • MLS#
  • ML82061567
Listed By: Compass
Data Source: Contra Costa Reciprocal Listings

Features

General

Living Area 714
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Roof Composition Shingles
Zoning R1
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Ranch
Year Built 1951
Stories Count 1
Levels One Story
Property Subtype Detached
Parcel Number 26912050
County Santa Clara
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Garage Y/N Yes
Full Baths 1
Status Active
City Santa Clara
High School District Santa Clara Unified
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 5928
Standard Status Active
Elementary School District Santa Clara Unified
Freehold IDX

Interior Features

Flooring Hardwood
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N No
Total Bedrooms 3
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Back Yard
Fencing Fenced
Parking Features Parking Lot
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 5928
Building Area Total 714
Lot Size Acres 0.1361

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Newark, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

9/17/2026 Listed $988,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 95050

Price
AVG $1.98M
$990K
Year Built
AVG 1948
1951

Areas That We Cover

1691 Benton Street Santa Clara, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $988000 with 714 sqft and a lot size of 0.136088 Acres Acre(s). 1691 Benton Street Santa Clara has 3 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1951. The property's zip code is 95050 which is in Santa Clara, CA

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