$5,475,000
SOLD APR 14, 2025
5 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,640 Sq Ft
1 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,180 Per Sq Ft

21% Below List Price

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Cabana
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Daves Avenue Elementary School Rated A
  • Solar Power Battery
  • Custom Home

About This Home

As of April 2025

Experience unparalleled luxury in this custom-designed home on a scenic 1-acre lot in one of Monte Sereno's most exclusive neighborhoods, just minutes from downtown Los Gatos and Saratoga. Designed by Beth Cohen and landscape architect Dick Wist, this estate seamlessly combines sophistication with modern amenities. The expansive 5 bed, 5.5 bath layout is perfect for everyday living and entertaining. An 18 ft foyer leads to a two-story family room with floor-to-ceiling windows, a sweeping fireplace, and an intimate wine cellar. The first-floor primary suite features hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, a spa-inspired bath, spacious walk-in closet, and garden views. Guests enjoy private first floor quarters with an updated ensuite bath, and the lower level includes three additional bedrooms, two with ensuite remodeled bathrooms. The gourmet kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a Wolf gas range and double oven, SubZero side by side refrigerators, and a large island with marble top. Highlights include Solar panels, two Tesla Powerwalls, and a Sonos sound system. The resort-style backyard features a black-bottom pool/spa, gazebo, putting green, pond with waterfall, and multi-tiered gardens. Additional amenities include a shed, 3-car garage, workshop, and Tesla Gen 3 wall charger.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nicole Colclough

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #02090668

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Arrivva, Inc.

Arrivva, Inc. License #02115618

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $52,184

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Mostly Level
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R144

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • Guest Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Mountain
  • Forest
  • Valley
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Smart Vent Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4,640 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Entertainment System
  • Wired For Sound
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whole House Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Attic Fan
  • Fire Sprinkler System
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Marble Countertops
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Jetted Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Steam Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power Battery
  • Green energy is off-grid
  • Solar Power System
  • Solar Heating System

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Black Bottom Pool
  • Solar Heated Spa
  • Black Bottom Spa
  • Pool Sweep

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Balcony
  • Gazebo
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Thermostat
  • 220 Volts
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 410-25-010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$52,184

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary, Custom
  • Age: 25
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 4640
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Zoning Description: R144
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Burning, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Marble, Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 4640
  • Stories: 3
  • Security: Fire System - Sprinkler, Secured Garage / Parking
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Basement - Unfinished, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Office Area, Storage, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 4
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets, Steam Shower, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Description: Cabana / Dressing Room, Heated - Solar, Pool - Black Bottom, Pool - Heated, Pool - Solar, Pool - Sweep, Spa - Black Bottom, Spa - Jetted, Spa - Solar, Spa / Hot Tub
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: City Lights, Forest / Woods, Garden / Greenbelt, Mountains, Valley
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Gazebo, Sprinklers - Lawn, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Mixed Height / Type, Rail

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Max: 3
  • Garage Min: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC, Multi-Zone, Whole House / Attic Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Heating - 2+ Zones, Solar, Solar with Back-up, Stove - Propane
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected, Sewer in Street

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level, Pond On Site, Private / Secluded
  • Parcel Number: 410-25-010
  • Lot Acres: 1.0000
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 43560.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 43560.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Attic Fan, Double Pane Windows, Smart Vent Roof, Solar Heating - Pool, Solar Power, Solar Power Battery Backup, Solar Power Off Grid, Solar Power On Grid, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned
  • Second Unit Description: Putting Green

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 18, 2025
Closed on
Apr 7, 2025
Sold by
Cantor Ilya and Cantor Inna
Bought by
Murphy Family Revocable Trust and Murphy
Seller's Agent
Nicole Colclough
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Arrivva, Inc.
Arrivva, Inc.
List Price
$6,900,000
Sold Price
$5,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,425,000
-20.65%
Total Days on Market
62
Views
93

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
185.04%
Original Mortgage
$2,737,500
Outstanding Balance
$2,737,500
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,342,097

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2014
Sold by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Cantor Ilya and Cantor Inna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,250,000
Interest Rate
2.97%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2003
Sold by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,025,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2003
Sold by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,025,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2002
Sold by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,025,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2002
Sold by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Toole David and Toole Diane L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,025,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2001
Sold by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Toole David and Toole Diane L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,030,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2000
Sold by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Toole David and Toole Diane L

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
7.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2000
Sold by
Toole David and Toole Diane L
Bought by
Toole David J and Toole Diane L

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
7.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2000
Sold by
Lexington Partners Llc
Bought by
Toole David and Toole Diane L

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
7.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Map

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $5,475,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $3,750,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Stewart Title Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Financial Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Financial Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Grant Deed $2,953,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,737,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $0 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,250,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,052,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,100,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,100,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,025,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,025,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,025,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,025,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,030,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/14/2025 04/14/25 Sold $5,475,000 -5.6% $1,180 / Sq Ft
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Price Changed $5,798,888 -6.5% $1,250 / Sq Ft
02/05/2025 02/05/25 Price Changed $6,200,000 -10.1% $1,336 / Sq Ft
01/18/2025 01/18/25 For Sale $6,900,000 -- $1,487 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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
2024 $52,184 $4,506,840 $3,064,654 $1,442,186
2023 $52,184 $4,418,471 $3,004,563 $1,413,908
2022 $51,125 $4,331,835 $2,945,650 $1,386,185
2021 $50,368 $4,246,898 $2,887,893 $1,359,005
2020 $49,509 $4,203,353 $2,858,282 $1,345,071
2019 $48,861 $4,120,936 $2,802,238 $1,318,698
2018 $48,216 $4,040,135 $2,747,293 $1,292,842
2017 $48,144 $3,960,918 $2,693,425 $1,267,493
2016 $46,961 $3,883,254 $2,640,613 $1,242,641
2015 $46,730 $3,824,925 $2,600,949 $1,223,976
2014 $45,880 $3,741,519 $2,507,603 $1,233,916
Source: Public Records

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81990968

MLSListings

APN: 410-25-010