Forest Lakes Neighborhood Overview
Forest Lakes is a neighborhood within the community of Ben Lomond, California, characterized by its forested setting in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The market is classified as Luxury, reflecting its high property values and desirable location. The area maintains a strong homeowner majority, with a homeownership rate of 65.5%, while 34.5% of homes are renter-occupied.
The housing market in Forest Lakes is firmly in the luxury tier, with a median home value of $889,800. Homes average 1,350 square feet in size. Mortgage data from the last year shows robust activity with 276 total loan originations, overwhelmingly dominated by conventional loans (244). This indicates a market primarily serving buyers with strong credit. The median gross rent is $2,225 per month, and the median household income is $105,577, which supports the local cost of living.
The neighborhood's character is defined by its mountain setting and a housing stock that attracts established buyers, as evidenced by the high rate of conventional financing and significant home equity. The limited use of government-backed loans (23 FHA and 9 VA originations) further underscores the market's premium positioning within the region.
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Top Real Estate Agents in Forest Lakes, Ben Lomond
6 agents met the full merit gate for Forest Lakes, Ben Lomond, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.
Contact
Phone: (831) 234-6683
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.roomrealestate.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/The%20Madani%20Team
Why selected: Selected for his dedicated community support of Big Brothers Big Sisters and Second Harvest Food Bank, combined with leading a top-performing team with over and.
Community & Leadership
Supporter at Big Brothers Big Sisters[6]
Supporter at Second Harvest Food Bank[6]
Notable Achievements
39th Top Mega Team in the United States and 11th Top Mega Team in California ranked by Volume
#1 Selling Team in Santa Cruz County
#9 Mega Team in California by Volume
#1 Selling Team for Volume and Transactions in All of Santa Cruz County
39th Top Mega Team in the United States
11th Top Mega Team in California
1000+ Transactions Completed
390 Five-Star Reviews
218+ Five-Star Zillow Reviews
5-Star Client Rating
#1 Selling Team in Santa Cruz County since 2015
#1 Selling Team for Volume and Transactions
Verified Specialties
Relocation, Property Management, Luxury homes, Single family homes, Land and lots, Multifamily properties, Commercial real estate, First-time buyers, Property prep and staging, luxury homes, first-time buyers, investment properties, commercial real estate, land sales, multifamily properties, residential sales, residential properties, client referrals, boutique real estate services, buyer representation, seller representation, luxury properties, first-time homebuyers, Property consultation, Transaction management, Market analysis, Client relations, residential real estate, buyers, sellers[4]
Cities Served
Felton
All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).
Contact
Phone: (831) 688-9800
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.strockrealestate.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Ben%20Strock
Why selected: Selected for his deep community leadership as founder and leader of the Strock Team, combined with a from and.
Notable Achievements
National Team Rankings
Transaction Volume
Perfect Review Rating
Elite HomeLight Partner
Zillow Partner Status
International Real Estate Video Production Awards
Verified Specialties
Property Management, luxury homes, relocation clients, strategic pricing, negotiation, market analysis, video production, team leadership[4]
Cities Served
Aptos
All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).
Contact
Phone: (928) 970-0634
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.propertyinpayson.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/KristinCroakPayson
Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, with of and a, combined with her ranking as a top statewide producer. Her deep community leadership and specialized expertise in luxury and investment properties further distinguish her.
Community & Leadership
board member at Time Out Shelter[6]
board member at Aspire Arizona Foundation[6]
supporter at Local events and small businesses[6]
Director at Time Out Inc[6]
Past President at Central Arizona Board Of Realtors[6]
Director at Arizona Association Of Realtors[6]
Notable Achievements
RealTrends Verified Leading Agent
689 total sales over 23 years
4.9-star rating with 90 reviews
Best of the Rim Realtor of the Year
2024 RED Awards Finalist
Verified Specialties
Relocation, Staging, Investment Properties, mountain communities, residential sales, client advocacy, market expertise, local market expertise, client communication, marketing, Luxury properties, Distinctive properties, Residential sales, Market analysis, Client advocacy, residential real estate, luxury properties, market analysis, Residential real estate, Local market expertise, Transaction management[4]
Cities Served
Payson
All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).
Contact
Phone: (831) 345-0338
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.mysantacruzrealestate.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/AmyJeskeRealtor
Why selected: Selected for her active community support of the Second Harvest Food Bank and. She demonstrates consistent excellence.
Community & Leadership
supporter at Second Harvest Food Bank[6]
Notable Achievements
22+ Years Real Estate Experience
45 Five-Star Reviews
Verified Specialties
First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes, waterfront properties, multi-family homes, single family homes, luxury real estate[4]
Cities Served
Aptos
All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).
Contact
Phone: (831) 254-6559
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.barbarajweidman.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/bjweidman
Why selected: Selected for her dedicated community involvement, including specialized service to military personnel and veterans. She combines this with of expertise and comprehensive market support for all client types.
Verified Specialties
Relocation, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, Military/Veterans, Luxury Homes, Senior Communities[4]
Cities Served
Carmel
All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).
Contact
Phone: (831) 809-2692
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.santacruzlistings.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/SantaCruzListings
Why selected: Selected for his deep 15+ year community roots as a native and dedicated professional in Santa Cruz, combined with extensive local market knowledge from witnessing the area's growth.
Verified Specialties
Relocation, Staging, Rentals[4]
Cities Served
Aptos
All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).