$2,530,000
SOLD JUN 9, 2025

125 Lyell St Los Altos, CA 94022

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 Sq Ft
7,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$2,108 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tandem Parking
  • Covington Elementary School Rated A+
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Bathtub with Shower

About This Home

As of June 2025

First time on the market in over 50 years! Step into timeless charm with this lovingly maintained historic Craftsman home, nestled behind a vibrant garden bursting with blooms and lush greenery. Framed by mature trees and a quaint wooden fence, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom gem blends vintage character with cozy comfort. Inside, you'll find original wood plank floors, a warm living room centered around a rustic wood-burning stove, and a delightful kitchen featuring a classic Wedgewood stove and original built-in cabinetry. Period details like lath and plaster walls and a charming clawfoot tub add to the authentic appeal. Enjoy it as is or bring your contractor and reimagine the home.The expansive backyard is a true retreat, with three unique outbuildings: a guest-ready cottage complete with a kitchenette and bath, a workshop, and a whimsical playhouse nestled among the greenery. This is more than a house it's a storybook setting waiting for its next chapter. Preemptive offer already in hand, a must see before it's gone.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cheryl Maloney

Vanguard Properties License #01966668 Listed on: 05/02/2025

Vanguard Properties

Co-Listed By

Robert Gibson

Vanguard Properties License #02075156

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member Sales

Non Multiple Participant

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,711

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Tandem Parking

Utilities

  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 170-40-009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,711

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Property Faces: South
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator
  • Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Kitchen Features: Skylight(s), Tile Counter
  • Laundry Features: Inside Area
  • Price Per Square Foot: 2108.33
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Living Room, Sun Room
  • Square Footage: 1200.00

Exterior Features

  • Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Driveway

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Access: Tandem
  • Parking Features: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Type: On Site (Single Family Only)
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Wood Stove
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available, Public
  • Water Source: Water District

Schools

  • School District: Santa Clara

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 170-40-009
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7500.00
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
  • Price Per Acre: 14692218.35

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK

MLS Schools

  • School District County: Santa Clara

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2025
Closed on
Jun 6, 2025
Sold by
Deborah K Drewes Trust and Kline Amy R
Bought by
Hui Shufeng and Xue Jie
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Maloney
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Sales
Non Multiple Participant
List Price
$2,789,000
Sold Price
$2,530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$259,000
-9.29%
Views
15
Current Estimated Value
$2,628,839

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$98,839
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.11%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,998,192
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$648,071

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 1994
Sold by
Drewes Deborah Karen
Bought by
Drewes Deborah K
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,530,000 Wfg National Title Insurance C
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,000,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/24/2025 07/24/25 For Sale $2,789,000 +10.2% $2,324 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Sold $2,530,000 0.0% $2,108 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Off Market $2,530,000 -- --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2025 05/05/25 For Sale $2,789,000 +10.2% $2,324 / Sq Ft
05/03/2025 05/03/25 Off Market $2,530,000 -- --
05/02/2025 05/02/25 For Sale $2,789,000 -- $2,324 / Sq Ft
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

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 $1,711 $78,251 $48,942 $29,309
2024 $1,711 $76,718 $47,983 $28,735
2023 $1,711 $75,215 $47,043 $28,172
2022 $1,524 $73,741 $46,121 $27,620
2021 $1,656 $72,296 $45,217 $27,079
2020 $1,511 $71,556 $44,754 $26,802
2019 $1,568 $70,154 $43,877 $26,277
2018 $1,805 $68,779 $43,017 $25,762
2017 $1,605 $67,431 $42,174 $25,257
2016 $1,471 $66,110 $41,348 $24,762
2015 $1,421 $65,118 $40,727 $24,391
2014 $1,356 $63,844 $39,930 $23,914
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 425034555

San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

APN: 170-40-009