NOT LISTED FOR SALE

131 N Balsamina Way Portola Valley, CA 94028

Estimated Value: $3,310,000 - $4,544,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,478 Sq Ft
$1,580/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 13, 2015

Last sale price $2,450,000 $989 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,698/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Hills
  • Deck
  • Marble Flooring
  • Las Lomitas Elementary School Rated A+
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Marble Countertops

About This Home

As of April 2015

Gorgeous fully remodeled Ladera home with amazing view! Open floor plan perfect for modern living. 500+ sq ft deck off main living space allows for seamless indoor/outdoor flow. 2nd level well suited for au pair/guest. Chef's kitchen w ss appliances. Stylishly updated baths w designer tile, quartz & marble. New dual pane doors & windows. Fully fenced & landscaped yard w drought tolerant plants. Private cul de sac location located close to Ladera Rec, local shops & 280. Acclaimed Los Lomitas schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessica Pressman

Miller/Steil Properties License #01469253 Listed on: 02/27/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Liz Daschbach

Compass License #00969220

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $33,458

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 10,062 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Sprinkler System
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R10010

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,478 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Views of Hills

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Marble Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Marble Bathroom Countertops
  • Stone Countertops In Bathroom
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Thermostat

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 077-160-090

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$33,458

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 58
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2478
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Zoning Description: R10010
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Marble, Countertop - Other, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2478
  • Stories: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Stone
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Marble, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Stone, Tile, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Combination
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Hills
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Sequoia Union High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Down
  • Parcel Number: 077-160-090
  • Lot Acres: 0.2310
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 10080.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 10080.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2016
Sold by
Marguet James M
Bought by
Marguet James
Current Estimated Value
$3,636,485

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2015
Closed on
Apr 10, 2015
Sold by
Marguet Marina
Bought by
Marguet James M
Seller's Agent
Jessica Pressman
Miller/Steil Properties
Buyer's Agent
Liz Daschbach
Compass
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-1.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.53%
Original Mortgage
$1,592,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,193,471
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$2,313,714

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2015
Closed on
Apr 8, 2015
Sold by
Hernstadt Development Llc
Bought by
Marguet James M
Seller's Agent
Jessica Pressman
Miller/Steil Properties
Buyer's Agent
Liz Daschbach
Compass
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-1.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,592,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,193,471
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$2,313,714

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2014
Sold by
Metteauer Dudley Warren and Metteauer Marquita
Bought by
Hernstadt Development Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 2013
Sold by
Metteauer Dudley W and Metteauer Marquita
Bought by
Metteauer Dudley Warren and Metteauer Marquita
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Marguet James -- None Available
Marguet James M -- First American Title Company
Marguet James M $2,450,000 First American Title Company
Hernstadt Development Llc $1,500,000 First American Title Company
Metteauer Dudley Warren -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Marguet James $822,375
Closed Marguet James M $160,000
Open Marguet James M $1,592,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/13/2015 04/13/15 Sold $2,450,000 -1.8% $989 / Sq Ft
03/11/2015 03/11/15 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2015 02/27/15 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $1,007 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $33,458 $2,944,522 $2,445,761 $498,761
2023 $33,458 $2,830,185 $2,350,790 $479,395
2022 $32,012 $2,774,693 $2,304,697 $469,996
2021 $31,509 $2,720,288 $2,259,507 $460,781
2020 $30,811 $2,692,396 $2,236,339 $456,057
2019 $31,732 $2,639,605 $2,192,490 $447,115
2018 $30,209 $2,587,849 $2,149,500 $438,349
2017 $29,193 $2,537,107 $2,107,353 $429,754
2016 $28,965 $2,487,361 $2,066,033 $421,328
2015 $21,216 $1,795,063 $1,383,092 $411,971
2014 $2,741 $134,963 $50,182 $84,781
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Jessica Pressman

    Miller/Steil Properties

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  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Liz Daschbach

    Compass

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81452640

MLSListings

APN: 077-160-090

California San Mateo County Portola Valley 94028

131 N Balsamina Way, Portola Valley, CA

This home is located at 131 N Balsamina Way, Portola Valley, CA 94028 since 27 February 2015 and is currently estimated at $3,915,806, approximately $1,580 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 131 N Balsamina Way is a home located in San Mateo County with nearby schools including Las Lomitas Elementary School, La Entrada Middle School, and Menlo-Atherton High School.

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