NOT LISTED FOR SALE

251 S Castanya Way Portola Valley, CA 94028

Estimated Value: $2,913,000 - $3,619,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$2,121/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 25, 2021

Last sale price $2,918,000 $1,945 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,504/month

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • View of Hills
  • <<tubWithShowerToken>>
  • Las Lomitas Elementary School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Walk-in Shower

About This Home

As of October 2021

Tucked away on a quiet Ladera cul-de-sac, this mid century home offers quintessential California living on a +/-9600 SF lot with level areas, views, and mature fruit trees. The living room, with a vaulted wood ceiling, hardwood floors and corner fireplace, boasts stunning views of golden hills through a wall of windows. The upgraded kitchen has stainless steel appliances and direct access to the pristine large garage. A primary suite opens up to the outdoor brick patio. Two large bedrooms, an office area off the living room and cozy bonus area downstairs complete the home. Relax in the spacious backyard with several level areas, a beautiful lawn, majestic redwood trees, and views of the Stanford dish and hills. Savor apples, pomegranates, peaches, and Fuyu persimmons from the yard's small orchard. Other upgrades include Google Nest doorbell/fire detectors, new front door, new garage door, new paint inside & out, new closet doors, & new driveway. Welcome Home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Burrows-Warren

Compass License #01963678 Listed on: 10/15/2021

Compass

Co-Listed By

Darcy Gamble

Compass License #01956441

Last Buyer's Agent

Judy Citron

Compass License #01825569

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $35,179

Year Built

  • 1953

Lot Details

  • 9,601 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Hills
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Wine Cellar
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • <<tubWithShowerToken>>
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$35,179

Year Built

1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R10010
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 68
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1500
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1953

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1500
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Additional Rooms: Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Raised
  • View: Hills, Neighborhood
  • Fencing: Fenced Back

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Sequoia Union High

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.2204
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 9600.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 9600.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2021
Closed on
Oct 25, 2021
Sold by
Engberg Fitzmaurice Nancy
Bought by
Nancy Fitzmaurice Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Lori Burrows-Warren
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Judy Citron
Compass
List Price
$2,398,000
Sold Price
$2,918,000
Premium/Discount to List
$520,000
21.68%
Current Estimated Value
$3,181,635

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$263,635
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.85%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2021
Closed on
Oct 20, 2021
Sold by
Engberg Carol R and Carol R Engberg Revocable Trus
Bought by
A C Realty Associates Llc
Seller's Agent
Lori Burrows-Warren
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Judy Citron
Compass
List Price
$2,398,000
Sold Price
$2,918,000
Premium/Discount to List
$520,000
21.68%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2019
Sold by
Engberg Carol
Bought by
Engberg Carol R and Carol R Engberg Revocable Trus

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2019
Sold by
Fitzmaurice Nancy
Bought by
Fitzmaurice Nancy and The Nancy Fitzmaurice Living T

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2013
Sold by
Fitzmaurice Nancy
Bought by
Fitzmaurice Nancy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 1995
Sold by
Engberg Jarl R and Engberg Joan B
Bought by
Engberg Jarl R and Engberg Joan B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 1995
Sold by
Va
Bought by
Engberg Jarl R and Engberg Joan B
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
Nancy Fitzmaurice Living Trust -- --
A C Realty Associates Llc $2,918,000 Lawyers Title Company
Engberg Carol R -- None Available
Fitzmaurice Nancy -- None Available
Fitzmaurice Nancy -- None Available
Fitzmaurice Nancy -- None Available
Engberg Jarl R -- --
Engberg Jarl R -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/25/2021 10/25/21 Sold $2,918,000 +21.7% $1,945 / Sq Ft
10/15/2021 10/15/21 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2021 10/15/21 For Sale $2,398,000 -- $1,599 / 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 $35,179 $3,158,534 $2,814,322 $344,212
2023 $35,179 $2,976,360 $2,652,000 $324,360
2022 $33,663 $2,918,000 $2,600,000 $318,000
2021 $3,283 $152,838 $56,828 $96,010
2020 $3,214 $151,272 $56,246 $95,026
2019 $3,222 $148,307 $55,144 $93,163
2018 $3,010 $145,400 $54,063 $91,337
2017 $2,903 $142,550 $53,003 $89,547
2016 $2,839 $139,756 $51,964 $87,792
2015 $2,753 $137,658 $51,184 $86,474
2014 $2,662 $134,963 $50,182 $84,781
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Lori Burrows-Warren

    Compass

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  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Darcy Gamble

    Compass

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  • Judy Citron

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Judy Citron

    Compass

    (650) 400-8424

    5 in this area

    222 Total Sales

    Judy Citron
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81866910

MLSListings

APN: 077-172-260

California San Mateo County Portola Valley 94028

251 S Castanya Way, Portola Valley, CA

This home is located at 251 S Castanya Way, Portola Valley, CA 94028 since 15 October 2021 and is currently estimated at $3,181,635, approximately $2,121 per square foot. This property was built in 1953. 251 S Castanya Way is a home located in San Mateo County with nearby schools including Las Lomitas Elementary School, La Entrada Middle School, and Menlo-Atherton High School.

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