NOT LISTED FOR SALE

30 Bear Gulch Dr Portola Valley, CA 94028

Estimated Value: $6,707,000 - $7,769,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,981 Sq Ft
$1,781/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 05, 2012

Last sale price $4,000,000 $1,005 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $42,432/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Corte Madera School Rated A+
  • Canyon View
  • 4-minute walk to Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve

About This Home

As of May 2012

Stunning 5 bedroom custom Craftsman style home built in 2004 offering 3981 sq ft +/- of thoughtfully designed living space. Beautifully sited on 1.2 acres offering expansive views of the surrounding hills. Designed by Roger Kohler with an emphasis on light and open spaces, this meticulously maintained home has been crafted with great attention to detail. More info at www.30beargulch.com

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ellen Ashley

Compass License #01364212 Listed on: 03/29/2012

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Hall

Compass License #01133676

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $55,759

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Zoning described as R100

Property Views

  • Canyon
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,981 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Marble
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Guest Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 079-122-030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$55,759

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Age: 8
  • Sale Price Per Sq Ft: 1004.77
  • Level Street Main: Bedroom(s)
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3981
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Map Book Page: 810
  • Map Side Coordinate: 6
  • Map Top Coordinate: D
  • Thomas Bros Page: 810
  • Thomas Brothers: D6
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Zoning Description: R100
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Gas Log, Yes
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, No Informal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Pantry, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Microwave, Oven Range - Built-In, 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups - Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 3981
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: In Laundry Room, 220 Volt Outlet
  • Flooring: Carpet - Area, Slate, Hardwood, Marble
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Storage
  • Maximum Bathrooms: 5
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Bathrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Showers over Tubs - 2+, Tubs - 2+, Stall Shower - 2+, Tub in Primary Bedroom, Tub with Jets

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Description: Spa / Hot Tub, Pool - No
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountains, Canyon
  • Yard/Grounds: Patio(s), Sprinkler(s) - Front, Sprinkler(s) - Rear, Sustainable Deck Materials, Deck
  • Exterior: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Min: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Heating - 2+ Zones, Forced Air, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer in Street, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Window Covering(s), Double Pane Windows(s), High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School: Ormondale Elementary
  • Middle School: Corte Madera Elementary
  • High School: Woodside High
  • High School: 684
  • Elementary School: 664
  • Middle School: 623

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level, Grade - Sloped Up
  • Parcel Number: 079-122-030
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 973.37
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Acres
  • Minimum Lot Size: 1.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Area Max Search: 43560.00
  • Lot Size Area Min Search: 43560.00
  • Maximum Lot Size: 1.00
  • Map Book: Thomas Bros

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Maximum Building Height: 2
  • Minimum Building Height: 2

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Ormondale Elementary
  • High School Text: Woodside High
  • Middle School Text: Corte Madera Elementary

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 29, 2012
Closed on
May 1, 2012
Sold by
Tatarsky Alexis
Bought by
Taylor Scott C and Westrich Lisa M
Seller's Agent
Ellen Ashley
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Michael Hall
Compass
List Price
$3,875,000
Sold Price
$4,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
3.23%
Current Estimated Value
$7,092,036

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,092,036
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.54%
Original Mortgage
$2,900,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,917,041
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$5,323,929

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2005
Sold by
Tabacco Joseph J and Schmidt Peggy
Bought by
Tatarsky Alexis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 1998
Sold by
Meun Dieter H C and Meun Hetty
Bought by
Tabacco Joseph J and Schmidt Peggy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
7.17%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1994
Sold by
Schreck Thomas and Schreck Celeste G
Bought by
Tabacco Joseph J and Schmidt Peggy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$656,000
Interest Rate
4.85%
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
Taylor Scott C $4,000,000 Chicago Title Company
Tatarsky Alexis $3,875,000 First American Title Co
Tabacco Joseph J $480,000 North American Title Insuran
Tabacco Joseph J $820,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Taylor Scott C $2,900,000
Previous Owner Tatarsky Alexis $1,425,000
Previous Owner Tatarsky Alexis $100,000
Previous Owner Tatarsky Alexis $1,937,500
Previous Owner Tabacco Joseph J $1,000,001
Previous Owner Tabacco Joseph J $477,000
Previous Owner Tabacco Joseph J $1,000,000
Previous Owner Tabacco Joseph J $408,000
Previous Owner Tabacco Joseph J $656,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/05/2012 05/05/12 Sold $4,000,000 +3.2% $1,005 / Sq Ft
04/08/2012 04/08/12 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2012 03/29/12 For Sale $3,875,000 -- $973 / 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 $55,759 $5,024,220 $2,512,110 $2,512,110
2023 $55,759 $4,829,124 $2,414,562 $2,414,562
2022 $53,388 $4,734,436 $2,367,218 $2,367,218
2021 $52,678 $4,641,604 $2,320,802 $2,320,802
2020 $52,441 $4,594,012 $2,297,006 $2,297,006
2019 $51,845 $4,503,934 $2,251,967 $2,251,967
2018 $49,286 $4,415,622 $2,207,811 $2,207,811
2017 $48,665 $4,329,042 $2,164,521 $2,164,521
2016 $47,791 $4,244,160 $2,122,080 $2,122,080
2015 $47,414 $4,180,410 $2,090,205 $2,090,205
2014 $46,201 $4,098,522 $2,049,261 $2,049,261
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Ellen Ashley

    Compass

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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Michael Hall

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81211718

MLSListings

APN: 079-122-030

California San Mateo County Portola Valley 94028

30 Bear Gulch Dr, Portola Valley, CA

This home is located at 30 Bear Gulch Dr, Portola Valley, CA 94028 since 29 March 2012 and is currently estimated at $7,092,036, approximately $1,781 per square foot. This property was built in 2004. 30 Bear Gulch Dr is a home located in San Mateo County with nearby schools including Corte Madera School, Ormondale Elementary School, and Woodside High School.

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