480 Border Hill Rd Los Altos, CA 94024
Loyola NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $5,493,000 - $8,976,130
4
Beds
5.5
Baths
4,629
Sq Ft
$1,624/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- Home Theater
- Bay View
- Loyola Elementary School Rated A+
- Private Pool
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of November 2017Provence in Los Altos! Unparalleled stunning view, rare location just 1.5 miles to Los Altos Downtown. Situated on TOP of Border Hill Rd, invites relaxation overlooking dramatic views across the San Francisco Bay, Silicon Valley, and western Hills. Masterfully built in 2008, this executive retreat was designed for a lifestyle of health and well-being, A steam shower, infra-red sauna, gym, infinity pool, and spa provide no-excuse options for a healthy lifestyle, while raised vegetable beds are ready for your own farmer’s market, a true Provence vineyard growing variety of grapes, private Bocce Ball Court (petanque).
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Intero Real Estate Services License #01720600 Listed on: 04/26/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $73,609
Year Built
- 2008
Lot Details
- 0.51 Acre Lot
- Security Fence
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
- Secured Garage or Parking
- Guest Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Bay
- City Lights
- Mountain
- Hills
- Valley
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Foundation Moisture Barrier
- Ceiling Insulation
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,629 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Entertainment System
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 3 Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Wine Cellar
- Separate Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Den
- Library
- Bonus Room
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Low Flow Toliet
- Steam Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer and Dryer
- Laundry Tub
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Monitored
- Fire Sprinkler System
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- ENERGY STAR/CFL/LED Lights
Pool
- Private Pool
- Solar Heated Pool
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Fire Pit
- Gazebo
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Thermostat
- 220 Volts
- Sewer Within 50 Feet
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2019
Sold by
Shen Weijing and Yao Xiaofeng
Bought by
Yao Xiaofeng and Shen Weijing
Total Days on Market
164
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 26, 2017
Closed on
Oct 26, 2017
Sold by
Vauthey Alexandre and Vauthey Valerie Orsoni
Bought by
Shen Weijing and Yao Xiaofeng
Seller's Agent
Dorit Alon
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Carol Casas
Intero Real Estate Services
List Price
$6,850,000
Sold Price
$5,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,200,000
-17.52%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.60%
Original Mortgage
$3,650,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,985,448
Interest Rate
2.61%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$4,405,567
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 27, 2011
Sold by
Netzel James Alan and Netzel Zita Starr
Bought by
Vauthey Alexandre and Vauthey Valerie Orsoni
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 2009
Sold by
Netzel Jim and Netzel Zita S
Bought by
Netzel James Alan and Netzel Zita Starr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2006
Sold by
Border Hill Drive Associates Llc
Bought by
Border Hill Five Associates
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 25, 2005
Sold by
Lucas E M
Bought by
Border Hill Drive Associates Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,568,750
Interest Rate
5.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yao Xiaofeng | -- | None Available | |
| Shen Weijing | $5,650,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Vauthey Alexandre | $4,150,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Netzel James Alan | -- | None Available | |
| Border Hill Five Associates | $1,665,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Netzel Jim | $1,607,500 | First American Title Company | |
| Border Hill Drive Associates Llc | -- | North American Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Yao-Shen Family Revocable Trus | $1,800,000 | |
| Closed | Yao Xiaofeng | $1,800,000 | |
| Open | Shen Weijing | $3,650,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Netzel Jim | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Netzel Jim | $1,425,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Netzel Jim | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Davidovits Edward | $1,225,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Netzel Jim | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Border Hill Drive Associates Llc | $2,568,750 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2017 11/02/17 | Sold | $5,650,000 | -2.6% | $1,221 / Sq Ft |
| 10/08/2017 10/08/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/20/2017 09/20/17 | Price Changed | $5,800,000 | -10.7% | $1,253 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2017 06/20/17 | Price Changed | $6,498,000 | -5.1% | $1,404 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2017 04/26/17 | For Sale | $6,850,000 | -- | $1,480 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73,609 | $6,302,679 | $3,681,211 | $2,621,468 |
| 2023 | $72,736 | $6,179,098 | $3,609,031 | $2,570,067 |
| 2022 | $71,889 | $6,057,940 | $3,538,266 | $2,519,674 |
| 2021 | $72,350 | $5,939,158 | $3,468,889 | $2,470,269 |
| 2020 | $72,761 | $5,878,260 | $3,433,320 | $2,444,940 |
| 2019 | $69,576 | $5,763,000 | $3,366,000 | $2,397,000 |
| 2018 | $68,379 | $5,650,000 | $3,300,000 | $2,350,000 |
| 2017 | $53,760 | $4,491,382 | $2,164,521 | $2,326,861 |
| 2016 | $52,481 | $4,403,317 | $2,122,080 | $2,281,237 |
| 2015 | $51,804 | $4,337,176 | $2,090,205 | $2,246,971 |
| 2014 | $51,426 | $4,252,217 | $2,049,261 | $2,202,956 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dorit Alon
Seller's Agent in 2017
Dorit Alon
Intero Real Estate Services
(408) 561-1561
28 Total Sales
-
Carol Casas
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Carol Casas
Intero Real Estate Services
1 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017
David Casas
Intero Real Estate Services
(650) 823-8920
18 Total Sales
-
R
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Reggie Grimes
Grimes Realty
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81648681
APN: 336-06-037
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