NOT LISTED FOR SALE

181 Gabarda Way Portola Valley, CA 94028

Estimated Value: $3,515,000 - $4,438,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,810 Sq Ft
$1,442/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 20, 2017

Last sale price $2,800,000 $996 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $24,215/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Spa
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Las Lomitas Elementary School Rated A+
  • Solar Power System
  • Ridge View

About This Home

As of October 2017

This sophisticated home has been tastefully remodeled with Craftsman details and modern amenities. Dramatic living-dining room with vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace & a wall of windows over-looking the backyard. Chefs kitchen-family room has a cozy gas fireplace, many built-ins, large walk-in pantry, powder room & wine closet. Central AC, dual pane windows, security system, recessed lighting, Solar system with 20-year prepaid lease (14 yrs left) & hardwood floors throughout the living areas. Spacious master bedroom suite has direct access to the jacuzzi spa deck & an attached loft/bonus room with separate side entrance, powder room & balcony. Bedrooms have bench seating with extra storage under each window & plantation shutters. Live the quintessential California lifestyle in the private backyard with several entertaining vignettes. Conveniently located near the Ladera Rec. Center, school bus stop, walking path, Shopper, restaurants, Stanford University & commute routes.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Johnson

Coldwell Banker Realty License #70000667 Listed on: 09/10/2017

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Janie Barman

Compass License #01270223

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,067

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 8,799 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Mostly Level
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Ridge
  • Hills
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Post and Beam
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,810 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Loft
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Utility Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Pool

  • Spa
  • Spa Cover

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Balcony

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 077-201-240

Community Details

Overview

  • Built by Ladera

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Planned Social Activities

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,067

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Craftsman, Traditional
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2810
  • Complex Name: Ladera
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Island, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2810
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Security Alarm
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Loft, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Post and Beam
  • Pool Description: Spa - Cover, Spa - Gas, Spa - Jetted
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Hills, Neighborhood, Ridge
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco, Wood

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC, Window / Wall Unit
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Amenities: BBQ Area, Community Pool, Organized Activities, Playground, Recreation Room, Tennis Court / Facility

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • High School: 658

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level, Grade - Sloped Up
  • Parcel Number: 077-201-240
  • Lot Acres: 0.2020
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 8800.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 8800.00
  • Soil: Unknown

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight, Solar Power, Solar Power On Grid

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Las Lomitas Elementary
  • High School Text: Menlo-Atherton High
  • Middle School Text: La Entrada Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2025
Sold by
Larson David B and Larson Tara
Bought by
David & Tara Larson Revocable Trust and Larson
Current Estimated Value
$4,052,004

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2017
Closed on
Oct 4, 2017
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Larson David B and Larson Tara
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Johnson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Janie Barman
Compass
List Price
$2,795,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.18%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.72%
Original Mortgage
$1,370,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2012
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$398,600
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2009
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2003
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2003
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2003
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$535,000
Interest Rate
4.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2002
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$535,000
Interest Rate
5.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2002
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$535,000
Interest Rate
5.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2002
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$545,000
Interest Rate
6.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2001
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$499,000
Interest Rate
7.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2001
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$499,000
Interest Rate
7.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2000
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$505,000
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2000
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$505,000
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1999
Sold by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
Bought by
Goss Barry A and Goss Claire M
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
David & Tara Larson Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Larson David B $2,800,000 Chicago Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Old Republic Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Old Republic Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Chicago Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Chicago Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title Company
Goss Barry A -- Financial Title
Goss Barry A -- Fidelity National Title Co
Goss Barry A -- --
Goss Barry A -- First American Title Co
Goss Barry A -- --
Goss Barry A -- First American Title Co
Goss Barry A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Larson David B $1,370,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $398,600
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $417,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $250,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $635,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $535,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $535,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $545,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $499,000
Previous Owner Goss Barry A $505,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/20/2017 10/20/17 Sold $2,800,000 +0.2% $996 / Sq Ft
09/20/2017 09/20/17 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2017 09/10/17 For Sale $2,795,000 -- $995 / 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 $36,067 $3,185,917 $1,513,310 $1,672,607
2023 $36,067 $3,062,206 $1,454,548 $1,607,658
2022 $34,510 $3,002,164 $1,426,028 $1,576,136
2021 $33,968 $2,943,299 $1,398,067 $1,545,232
2020 $33,215 $2,913,120 $1,383,732 $1,529,388
2019 $34,215 $2,856,000 $1,356,600 $1,499,400
2018 $32,571 $2,800,000 $1,330,000 $1,470,000
2017 $7,245 $566,359 $232,064 $334,295
2016 $7,152 $555,255 $227,514 $327,741
2015 $6,982 $546,916 $224,097 $322,819
2014 $6,863 $536,204 $219,708 $316,496
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Rebecca Johnson

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Janie Barman

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Janie Barman

    Compass

    (650) 759-1182

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Janie Barman
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81677306

MLSListings

APN: 077-201-240

California San Mateo County Portola Valley 94028

181 Gabarda Way, Portola Valley, CA

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