$5,300,000
SOLD MAY 9, 2025

239 Frances Dr Los Altos, CA 94022

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,749 Sq Ft
0.28 Acres

Recently Sold

$3,030 Per Sq Ft

33% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Covington Elementary School Rated A+
  • Bonus Room
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of May 2025

Unlock the Potential! This 3bd, 2ba, 1,749 SqFt home on a massive 12,349 SqFt lot is your golden ticket to one of the most coveted neighborhoods in Silicon Valley! Whether you're looking to Fix & Flip or completely rebuild, this property offers the perfect bones & flow to bring your vision to life. The possibilities are endless! Nestled in an incredible location surrounded by $7M-$9M homes, this opportunity is a dream come true for savvy investors or homeowners looking to customize their own slice of paradise. Just a short walk to town this charming street offers a tranquil setting, while placing you at the heart of everything the area has to offer. Top-rated schools, endless local amenities, and a picture-perfect neighborhood. Single-story home features a detached 2-car garage with an extra workshop, plus a 2-car carport. Max Development Potential: You can build a 3,985 Sq Ft home with: 1,200 Sq Ft Attached ADU 1,200 Sq Ft Detached ADU (2) 500 Sq Ft Jr ADUs Basements do not count in the square footage of homes Total Max floor area development of 7,385 Sq Ft if you take advantage of the ADU ordinances. And you can still put in a basement. This one won't last long so don't hesitate, make this your dream home today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rick Smith

Robert Smith, Broker License #01431920 Listed on: 04/23/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Heather Green

Illuminate Properties License #01894162

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $50,179

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Gated Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,749 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room
  • Workshop
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Alarm System
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Utility Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Additional Features

  • Barbecue Area
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 170-26-010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$50,179

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch
  • Property Condition: Fixer Upper
  • Age: 78
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1749
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Freezer, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1749
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Alarm
  • Bedrooms: More than One Primary Bedroom, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Unfinished, Bonus / Hobby Room, Storage, Workshop
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Post and Pier
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: BBQ Area, Fenced, Low Maintenance
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Gate, Wood
  • Property Faces: South
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Carport, Detached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, Workshop in Garage
  • Carport Min: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School: Covington Elementary
  • Middle School: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate
  • High School: Los Altos High
  • High School: 265
  • Elementary School: 130
  • Middle School: 133

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 170-26-010
  • Lot Acres: 0.2831
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 12330.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 12330.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Second Unit Description: GYM & Workshop

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Covington Elementary
  • High School Text: Los Altos High
  • Middle School Text: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Barbara Annette West Trust and West Barbara Annette
Bought by
Schnitman Ben-Yair Family Trust and Schnitman
Seller's Agent
Rick Smith
Robert Smith, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Heather Green
Illuminate Properties
List Price
$3,998,000
Sold Price
$5,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,302,000
32.57%
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$5,215,060

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$84,940
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.42%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2023
Sold by
Robert W Johnson Trust
Bought by
Barbara Annette West Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $5,300,000 Chicago Title
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/09/2025 05/09/25 Sold $5,300,000 +32.6% $3,030 / Sq Ft
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2025 04/23/25 For Sale $3,998,000 -- $2,286 / 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 $50,179 $4,451,766 $4,239,525 $212,241
2024 $50,179 $4,364,478 $4,156,398 $208,080
2023 $49,577 $4,278,900 $4,074,900 $204,000
2022 $49,186 $134,054 $55,490 $78,564
2021 $2,116 $131,426 $54,402 $77,024
2020 $2,096 $130,080 $53,845 $76,235
2019 $2,034 $127,531 $52,790 $74,741
2018 $2,007 $125,031 $51,755 $73,276
2017 $1,956 $122,581 $50,741 $71,840
2016 $1,884 $120,179 $49,747 $70,432
2015 $1,827 $118,375 $49,000 $69,375
2014 $1,810 $116,058 $48,041 $68,017
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81994101

MLSListings

APN: 170-26-010