NOT LISTED FOR SALE

490 Valencia Dr Los Altos, CA 94022

Estimated Value: $3,779,000 - $5,191,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,339 Sq Ft
$2,023/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2018

Last sale price $3,400,000 $1,454 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $28,084/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Double Oven
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Almond Elementary School Rated A+
  • Open to Family Room
  • Family or Dining Combination

About This Home

As of August 2018

Beautifully updated on more than one-quarter acre. Picture perfect curb appeal with manicured gardens, ebony shutters, and defined walkways lined with colorful flowering plants; a garden courtyard precedes the front entrance. Spacious and open living/dining room combination with new carpet, all-wood beamed and paneled cathedral ceiling, and fireplace outlined in painted brick. Bright, sky-lit kitchen with sleek white cabinetry, peninsula counter, white quartz counters, tile backsplashes and built-in desk center. Spacious family room, fully open to the kitchen, with 3 floor-to-ceiling picture windows, and fireplace. Master bedroom suite with walk-in closet, windows on two sides, and spa-inspired, tile-appointed bath. Wonderful outdoor living areas include the front garden, huge low-maintenance side yard plus rear yard with large patio, lawn and abundant privacy. Outstanding North Los Altos location just 1.5 miles to the Village. Excellent Los Altos schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Liz Blank

Intero Real Estate Services License #01887904 Listed on: 07/10/2018

Intero Real Estate Services

Co-Listed By

David Troyer

Intero Real Estate Services License #01234450

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessie Li

Intero Real Estate Services License #01485877

Intero Real Estate Services

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $43,782

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,339 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 170-16-027

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$43,782

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 64
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2339
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2339
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School: Almond Elementary
  • Middle School: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate
  • High School: Los Altos High
  • High School: 265
  • Elementary School: 128
  • Middle School: 133

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 170-16-027
  • Lot Acres: 0.2838
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 12335.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 12335.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Almond Elementary
  • High School Text: Los Altos High
  • Middle School Text: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2018
Closed on
Aug 7, 2018
Sold by
Foerster Patricia
Bought by
Guo Ying
Seller's Agent
Liz Blank
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Jessie Li
Intero Real Estate Services
List Price
$3,298,000
Sold Price
$3,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$102,000
3.09%
Current Estimated Value
$4,462,861

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,062,861
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2010
Sold by
Foerster Helen T
Bought by
Foerster Patricia
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
Guo Ying $3,223,000 First American Title Co
Foerster Patricia -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/16/2018 08/16/18 Sold $3,400,000 +3.1% $1,454 / Sq Ft
08/16/2018 08/16/18 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2018 07/10/18 For Sale $3,298,000 -- $1,410 / 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
2024 $43,782 $3,718,393 $3,554,348 $164,045
2023 $43,159 $3,645,484 $3,484,655 $160,829
2022 $42,851 $3,574,005 $3,416,329 $157,676
2021 $43,302 $3,503,928 $3,349,343 $154,585
2020 $43,876 $3,468,000 $3,315,000 $153,000
2019 $41,131 $3,400,000 $3,250,000 $150,000
2018 $3,369 $166,053 $49,514 $116,539
2017 $3,281 $162,798 $48,544 $114,254
2016 $3,264 $159,607 $47,593 $112,014
2015 $3,211 $157,211 $46,879 $110,332
2014 $3,124 $154,132 $45,961 $108,171
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Liz Blank

    Intero Real Estate Services

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  • David Troyer

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    David Troyer

    Intero Real Estate Services

    (650) 440-5076

    103 in this area

    392 Total Sales

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  • Jessie Li

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Jessie Li

    Intero Real Estate Services

    (408) 676-9889

    5 in this area

    76 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81719387

MLSListings

APN: 170-16-027

California Santa Clara County Los Altos 94022

490 Valencia Dr, Los Altos, CA

This home is located at 490 Valencia Dr, Los Altos, CA 94022 since 10 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $4,731,717, approximately $2,022 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 490 Valencia Dr is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Almond Elementary School, Ardis G. Egan Junior High School, and Los Altos High School.

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