Katherine Hunt
Compass
(650) 753-5331
28 Total Sales
1 in Atherton
$1,730,000 Price
244 Polhemus Ave Atherton, CA 94027
Atherton AreaEstimated Value: $13,733,812
7
Beds
9
Baths
10,560
Sq Ft
$1,301/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- Media Room
- 0.97 Acre Lot
- Las Lomitas Elementary School Rated A+
- Private Pool
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
About This Home
As of May 2020Genteel living unfolds at this sophisticated and intimate home. Custom built, in 2009 by Jeff Wise. A sommelier-worthy wine cellar, quality home theater, and sports bar are just some of the many fine amenities. Seven bedroom suites plus a separate guest house offer sumptuous accommodations and ultimate flexibility for family, guests, and staff. Befitting a gorgeous home such as this, the impressive grounds of almost one acre are lushly planted with level lawns. A redwood forest is home to a custom treehouse complete with a zip line, while a trampoline and sport court along with the pool and spa provide everything needed for recreational enjoyment. Top-rated Las Lomitas schools. Call Hugh or Stephanie for an appointment. www.244polhemus.com
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00912143 Listed on: 05/04/2020
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 2009
Lot Details
- 42,035 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Sprinkler System
- Back Yard
Parking
- 4 Car Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
- Electric Gate
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 10,560 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Central Vacuum
- Entertainment System
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Formal Entry
- Wine Cellar
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 7 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Media Room
- Den
- Storage Room
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Fire Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
- Private Pool
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 2024
Sold by
244 Polhemus Trust and Hespenheide Amy L
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 4, 2020
Closed on
May 20, 2020
Sold by
244 Polhemus Holdings Llc
Bought by
Larson Genevieve M and 244 Polhemus Trust
Seller's Agent
Hugh Cornish
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Judy Citron
Compass
List Price
$19,995,000
Sold Price
$20,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.03%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.78%
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2014
Closed on
May 22, 2014
Sold by
Sonneborn William Charles and Sonneborn Karen Hammerback
Bought by
244 Polhemus Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Tim Kerns
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
Tim Kerns
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$18,900,000
Sold Price
$18,900,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2013
Sold by
Sonneborn William and Sonneborn Karen
Bought by
Sonneborn William Charles and Sonneborn Karen Hammerback
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2009
Sold by
244 Polhemus Llc
Bought by
Sonneborn William and Sonneborn Karen
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2005
Sold by
Tehaney Kenneth J and Tehaney Tamra E
Bought by
244 Polhemus Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Interest Rate
5.24%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2002
Sold by
Tehaney Tamra E
Bought by
Tehaney Tamra E and The Tamra E Tehaney Revocable Living Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 26, 1995
Sold by
Derry Edward J
Bought by
Tehaney Kenneth J and Tehaney Tamra E
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Atherton, CA
-
Katherine Hunt
-
The Andrighetto Group
The Andrighetto Group
The Agency
(650) 407-1083
8 Total Sales
1 in Atherton
$5,050,000 Price
-
HollyKris Vergara
HollyKris Vergara
Real Broker LLC
(844) 483-0115
48 Total Sales
1 in Atherton
$663,000 Price
-
Susan Gee Berry
Susan Gee Berry
KW Advisors
(650) 649-6958
50 Total Sales
1 in Atherton
$2,700,000 Price
-
Julie Flouty
Julie Flouty
Compass
(650) 753-0031
191 Total Sales
2 in Atherton
$1.5M - $1.7M Price Range
-
Carrie Davis
Carrie Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 744-0360
59 Total Sales
1 in Atherton
$2,550,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| Larson Genevieve M | $20,000,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| 244 Polhemus Holdings Llc | $18,900,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Sonneborn William Charles | -- | Accommodation | |
| Sonneborn William | $13,850,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| 244 Polhemus Llc | $4,000,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Tehaney Tamra E | -- | -- | |
| Tehaney Kenneth J | -- | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | 244 Polhemus Llc | $8,752,000 | |
| Previous Owner | 244 Polhemus Llc | $3,000,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | Sold | $20,000,000 | 0.0% | $1,894 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2020 05/18/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/04/2020 05/04/20 | For Sale | $19,995,000 | -- | $1,893 / 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 | $237,819 | $21,872,920 | $10,936,460 | $10,936,460 |
| 2023 | $237,819 | $21,023,570 | $10,511,785 | $10,511,785 |
| 2022 | $227,674 | $20,611,344 | $10,305,672 | $10,305,672 |
| 2021 | $224,095 | $20,207,200 | $10,103,600 | $10,103,600 |
| 2020 | $232,005 | $21,184,930 | $7,072,852 | $14,112,078 |
| 2019 | $239,622 | $20,769,540 | $6,934,169 | $13,835,371 |
| 2018 | $227,950 | $20,362,295 | $6,798,205 | $13,564,090 |
| 2017 | $220,950 | $19,963,035 | $6,664,907 | $13,298,128 |
| 2016 | $219,516 | $19,571,604 | $6,534,223 | $13,037,381 |
| 2015 | $215,520 | $19,277,621 | $6,436,073 | $12,841,548 |
| 2014 | $165,625 | $14,583,950 | $7,291,975 | $7,291,975 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Hugh Cornish
Seller's Agent in 2020
Hugh Cornish
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 566-5353
99 Total Sales
-
Stephanie Elkins
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Stephanie Elkins
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 324-4456
51 Total Sales
-
Judy Citron
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Judy Citron
Compass
(650) 400-8424
202 Total Sales
-
TK
Seller's Agent in 2014
Tim Kerns
Coldwell Banker
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81791212
APN: 070-022-510
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