$22,750,000
SOLD APR 24, 2026

241 Polhemus Ave Atherton, CA 94027

8 Beds
11 Baths
11,090 Sq Ft
1.45 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 24, 2026

$2,051 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Media Room
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Las Lomitas Elementary School Rated A+
  • In Ground Pool
  • 1.45 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of April 2026

Set on approximately 1.45 level acres in the heart of west Atherton, this exceptional estate blends historic pedigree with modern livability. Extensively renovated and expanded in 2001, the residence reflects timeless architecture with the scale and amenities expected in one of Silicon Valley's most sought-after neighborhoods. The home, defined by grand proportions, spans over 12,000 livable square feet across three levels plus a guest house. Signature elements include carved stone fireplaces, arched windows and a series of formal and casual spaces designed for both entertaining and everyday living. Amenities are extensive: a luxurious primary suite with dual dressing rooms, steam room and gym; a wine cellar with tasting room; a 10-seat theater; library and billiards room with bar; and a rare 12-car underground garage of over 3,700 square feet finished to a showroom standard. The property includes six bedroom suites in the main residence, along with a two-bedroom guest house with office, ideal for extended stays or multigenerational living. Resort-style grounds feature a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, rose garden and expansive lawns framed by mature trees. Located close to top private schools, Stanford, Sand Hill & Hwy 280, this is a rare opportunity in a premier Atherton setting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Billy McNair

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01343603 Listed on: 04/13/2026

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Tara Dollinger

Dollinger Properties License #02147788

Last Buyer's Agent

Sam Ferdows

Commorancy Inc License #01068512

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1001A

Parking

  • 12 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 11,090 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Entertainment System
  • High Ceiling
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Media Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Marble Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 8 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Stone Countertops In Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Steam Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Pool Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Barbecue Area

Additional Homes

  • 3,715 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 070-040-080

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

1.45 Acres

Parking

12

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Traditional
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Second Res Apx Sq Ft: 3715
  • Structure Sq Ft: 11090
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Zoning Description: R1001A
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Outside
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Marble, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Pantry, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 11090
  • Stories: 3
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Upper Floor, Inside
  • Flooring: Stone, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Office Area, Den / Study / Office, Recreation Room, Media / Home Theater, Storage, Wine Cellar / Storage, Basement - Finished
  • Fireplaces Min: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 9
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 8
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Steam Shower, Stone, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab, Crawl Space
  • Pool Description: Pool - Cover, Pool - In Ground, Spa - In Ground
  • Roof: Flat / Low Pitch, Tile
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Fenced, Outdoor Fireplace, Outdoor Kitchen, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 12
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Gate / Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Underground Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Multi-Zone
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • High School: 658

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 070-040-080
  • Lot Acres: 1.4490
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 63119.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 63119.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Second Unit Description: Finished garage

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

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$5,350,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,280,413
Interest Rate
4.95%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$8,609,746

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

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
6.65%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Individual Deed $3,000,000 North American Title Insuran
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $5,350,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $2,250,000 No Value Available
Closed $150,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/24/2026 04/24/26 Sold $22,750,000 -9.0% $2,051 / Sq Ft
04/21/2026 04/21/26 Pending -- -- --
04/13/2026 04/13/26 For Sale $24,998,000 -- $2,254 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History

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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 $80,440 $7,220,707 $2,443,062 $4,777,645
2023 $79,475 $6,940,321 $2,348,196 $4,592,125
2022 $76,072 $6,804,237 $2,302,153 $4,502,084
2021 $74,870 $6,670,822 $2,257,013 $4,413,809
2020 $73,201 $6,602,423 $2,233,871 $4,368,552
2019 $75,554 $6,472,965 $2,190,070 $4,282,895
2018 $71,865 $6,346,046 $2,147,128 $4,198,918
2017 $70,083 $6,221,615 $2,105,028 $4,116,587
2016 $69,586 $6,099,623 $2,063,753 $4,035,870
2015 $68,320 $6,008,002 $2,032,754 $3,975,248
2014 $67,874 $5,890,316 $1,992,936 $3,897,380
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82042671

MLSListings

APN: 070-040-080

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