NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $6,396,000 - $11,143,018

5 Beds
8 Baths
8,279 Sq Ft
$1,041/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 30, 2014

Last sale price $5,850,000 $707 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $51,999/month

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • In Ground Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Saratoga Elementary School Rated A
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Canyon View

About This Home

As of June 2014

The hills are Alive and the views are spectacular. Once in a life time you come across a magnificent estate surrounded by spectacular views of the majestic hills where you can see and enjoy their overwhelming beauty and feel their living presence. Located in the most desirable area of the Platinum Triangle. A 1.43 acre gated estate, a superb composition design & craftsmanship built by Paul Mehus.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Benjamin Guilardi

Compass License #00772203 Listed on: 04/22/2014

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Benjamin Guilardi

Compass License #00772203 Listed on: 04/22/2014

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $82,602

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Security Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Zoning described as R140

Property Views

  • Canyon
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • French Architecture
  • Foundation Moisture Barrier
  • Slab Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 8,279 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Two Way Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Bathtub
  • Steam Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Guest Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gas Heated Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Spa
  • Pool Cover
  • Pool Sweep

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Insert Heater
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Thermostat
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 517-22-073

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$82,602

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: French
  • Sale Price Per Sq Ft: 706.61
  • Level Street Main: 2 or more Primary Suites, Bedroom(s)
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 8279
  • Builder Architect: Paul Mehus
  • Barclay Horizontal: 23
  • Barclays Page: 82
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Map Book Page: 872
  • Map Book Page Secondary: 82
  • Map Side Coordinate: 4
  • Map Side Coordinate Secondary: 55
  • Map Top Coordinate: E
  • Map Top Coordinate Secondary: 23
  • Thomas Bros Page: 872
  • Thomas Brothers: E4
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Zoning Description: R140
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Insert, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Dual See Thru, Yes
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Pantry, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Dishwashers - 2+, Microwave, Ovens - 2+, Oven - Self Cleaning, Trash Compactor, Refrigerators - 2+, Oven Range - Built-In, Hookups - Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 8279
  • Stories: 3
  • Security: Security Alarm - Owned, Fire Alarm, Fire System - Sprinkler, Security Fence
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: In Laundry Room, Dryer, Washer, Gas Hookup, 220 Volt Outlet
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Utility Room, Den / Study / Office, Rec/Rumpus Room, Formal Entry, Basement - Full, Guest Quarters, Attic, Wine Cellar / Storage, Storage
  • Maximum Bathrooms: 7
  • Minimum Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Tubs - 2+, Stall Shower - 2+, Steam Shower

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Foundation Moisture Barrier, Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab
  • Pool Description: Spa / Hot Tub, In Ground Concrete, Pool - Sweep, Heated - Gas, Pool - Cover, Pool - Yes
  • Roof: Slate
  • View: Mountains, Canyon
  • Yard/Grounds: Patio(s), Patio(s)/Deck(s) - Covered, Sprinkler(s) - Front, Sprinkler(s) - Rear, Sprinklers - Auto, Fenced
  • Pool: Yes
  • Exterior: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, RV/Boat Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Heating - 2+ Zones, Radiant, Gas - Natural, Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer in Street, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Elevator(s)/Lift(s), Double Pane Windows(s), High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Wet Bar

Schools

  • High School: 264

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level, Grade - Sloped Up
  • Parcel Number: 517-22-073
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 718.69
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 62291.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Max Search: 62291.00
  • Lot Size Area Min Search: 62291.00
  • Maximum Lot Size: 62291.00
  • Map Book: Thomas Bros
  • Map Book Secondary: Barclay

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight, Thermostat Controller, Tankless Water Heater, Ceiling Fan(s)

Multi Family

  • Maximum Building Height: 3
  • Minimum Building Height: 3

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
  • High School Text: Saratoga High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2020
Sold by
Zhang Rachelle Gao
Bought by
Zhang Rachelle Gao
Current Estimated Value
$8,619,255

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2019
Sold by
Brilliant Gsc Llc
Bought by
Zhang Rachelle Gao

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,997,500
Outstanding Balance
$3,620,814
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$4,998,441

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2016
Sold by
Zhang Rachelle Gao
Bought by
Brilliant Gsg Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2016
Sold by
The Denardi Group
Bought by
Gsj Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2016
Sold by
Zhang Zhirong
Bought by
Zhang Rachelle Gao

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2014
Closed on
Jun 24, 2014
Sold by
Massie Tony
Bought by
Zhang Rachelle Gao
Seller's Agent
Benjamin Guilardi
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Benjamin Guilardi
Compass
List Price
$5,950,000
Sold Price
$5,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-1.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.48%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2004
Sold by
Massie Christine
Bought by
Massie Tony

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,200,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2000
Sold by
Hover Wade H And Elizabeth B Trustee
Bought by
Massie Tony

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
8.06%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 1990
Sold by
Hover Wade H and Hover Elizabeth B
Bought by
Hover Wade H and Hover Elizabeth B
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Zhang Rachelle Gao -- None Available
Zhang Rachelle Gao -- First American Title Company
Brilliant Gsg Llc -- None Available
Gsj Llc $2,700,000 Old Republic Title Company
Zhang Rachelle Gao -- None Available
Zhang Rachelle Gao $5,850,000 Old Republic Title Company
Massie Tony -- First American Title Company
Massie Tony $3,000,000 Financial Title Company
Hover Wade H -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Zhang Rachelle Gao $3,997,500
Previous Owner Massie Tony $2,200,000
Previous Owner Massie Tony $2,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2014 06/30/14 Sold $5,850,000 -1.7% $707 / Sq Ft
06/27/2014 06/27/14 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2014 04/22/14 For Sale $5,950,000 -- $719 / 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 $82,602 $7,171,290 $4,903,448 $2,267,842
2024 $82,602 $7,030,677 $4,807,302 $2,223,375
2023 $82,602 $6,892,822 $4,713,042 $2,179,780
2022 $80,123 $6,757,670 $4,620,630 $2,137,040
2021 $78,879 $6,625,168 $4,530,030 $2,095,138
2020 $77,277 $6,557,236 $4,483,581 $2,073,655
2019 $76,106 $6,428,664 $4,395,668 $2,032,996
2018 $74,838 $6,302,613 $4,309,479 $1,993,134
2017 $74,583 $6,179,033 $4,224,980 $1,954,053
2016 $72,518 $6,057,877 $4,142,138 $1,915,739
2015 $71,170 $5,966,883 $4,079,920 $1,886,963
2014 $80,953 $6,800,200 $3,659,900 $3,140,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81413364

MLSListings

APN: 517-22-073