NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1986 Alford Ave Los Altos, CA 94024

South Los Altos Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,262,000 - $4,607,988

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,664 Sq Ft
$1,671/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 25, 2020

Last sale price $3,300,000 $1,239 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $27,111/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling
  • Montclaire Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of September 2020

This spacious 4Bd/3Ba completely remodeled home with high ceilings and large picture windows brings in lots of natural light. The large kitchen with island, double ovens and dining area makes cooking enjoyable and is great for gatherings. The expansive backyard is fully landscaped with a barbecue island and multiple seating areas. The gazebo area invites you to sit back and enjoy the view of the lush landscape. Double gated side yard for boat or trailer storage. This home is perfect for entertaining inside and out. Walk to shops, two grocery stores including Trader Joe's, Starbucks/Petes, parks and both public and private schools. Great commute location to all Silicon Valley. Sellers have enjoyed living here for over 25 years and this home welcomes new owners who will love living here too!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Edie Halenbeck

Compass License #01877393 Listed on: 08/09/2020

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Subhas Chandra

Open House Realty License #00938695

Open House Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $42,100

Year Built

  • 1952

Lot Details

  • 10,241 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,664 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Entertainment System
  • High Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Bay Window
  • Separate Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Gazebo
  • Shed
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Filtration System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$42,100

Year Built

1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R1
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 68
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2664
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1952

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo, Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area In Living Room, Skylight
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Island, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Pantry, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 2664
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom On Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, More Than One Bedroom On Ground Floor
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full On Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower And Tub, Stall Shower - 2+, Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Bbq Area, Gazebo, Sprinklers - Auto, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: 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: Bay Window, High Ceiling, Skylight, Video / Audio System, Walk-In Closet, Wet Bar

Schools

  • School District: Fremont Union High
  • Elementary School: Montclaire Elementary
  • Middle School: Cupertino Middle
  • High School: Homestead High
  • High School: 258
  • Elementary School: 90
  • Middle School: 70

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.2351
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 10240.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 10240.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2025
Sold by
Chan Timothy and Ko Kathleen Jean
Bought by
Ko-Chan Family Trust and Chan
Current Estimated Value
$4,451,997

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 9, 2020
Closed on
Sep 9, 2020
Sold by
Halenbeck Peter W and Halenbeck Edith A
Bought by
Chan Timothy and Ko Kathleen Jean
Seller's Agent
Edie Halenbeck
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Subhas Chandra
Open House Realty
List Price
$3,100,000
Sold Price
$3,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200,000
6.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.16%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 1995
Sold by
Schroeder Wade W and Schroeder Frances R
Bought by
Halenbeck Peter W and Halenbeck Edith A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$338,400
Interest Rate
4.95%
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
Ko-Chan Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Chan Timothy $3,300,000 Old Republic Title
Halenbeck Peter W $423,000 North American Title Co Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chan Timothy $1,500,000
Previous Owner Halenbeck Peter W $338,400
Closed Halenbeck Peter W $21,150
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/25/2020 09/25/20 Sold $3,300,000 +6.5% $1,239 / Sq Ft
08/15/2020 08/15/20 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2020 08/09/20 For Sale $3,100,000 -- $1,164 / 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 $42,100 $3,572,024 $3,393,424 $178,600
2024 $42,100 $3,501,986 $3,326,887 $175,099
2023 $42,100 $3,433,320 $3,261,654 $171,666
2022 $41,151 $3,366,000 $3,197,700 $168,300
2021 $40,213 $3,300,000 $3,135,000 $165,000
2020 $11,475 $888,245 $460,756 $427,489
2019 $11,267 $870,829 $451,722 $419,107
2018 $11,031 $853,755 $442,865 $410,890
2017 $10,130 $769,772 $434,182 $335,590
2016 $9,882 $754,679 $425,669 $329,010
2015 $9,797 $743,344 $419,276 $324,068
2014 $9,603 $728,783 $411,063 $317,720
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Edie Halenbeck

    Compass

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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Subhas Chandra

    Open House Realty

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81805235

MLSListings

APN: 318-15-015

California Santa Clara County Los Altos 94024 South Los Altos

1986 Alford Ave, Los Altos, CA

This home is located at 1986 Alford Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024 since 09 August 2020 and is currently estimated at $4,451,997, approximately $1,671 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 1986 Alford Ave is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Montclaire Elementary School, Cupertino Middle School, and Homestead High School.

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