$4,858,000
OPEN SUN 2PM - 4PM $142K PRICE DROP

705 University Ave Los Altos, CA 94022

Estimated payment $29,539/month

Total Views 5,833
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,396 Sq Ft
$2,028 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Radiant Floor
  • Gardner Bullis Elementary School Rated A
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

ARCHITECTURAL GEM OFFERS HIGH-TECH STYLE | Crafted primarily of wood, concrete, and glass, this retreat by a noted architect is a spectacular modern interpretation of a Craftsman cottage. Exuberant landscaping, high-tech amenities, and a private, sought-after location by Downtown Los Altos underscore the one-of-a-kind nature of this home. Warm natural light enhances an effortless indoor outdoor design replete with imported fixtures, cast-concrete countertops, and custom doors, windows, and steelwork. Main floor bedroom suite could be office. Sky-lit rooms and multiple breathtaking patios offer endless versatility, while features like upgraded central AC, whole-house data, CrestronAA® home automation. 240 v car charger. Nestled within moments of downtown attractions, this location permits premier access to freeways, outdoor recreation, shopping, fine dining, the Farmers Market, and more. Near exceptional schools like Bullis Elementary, Egan Junior, and Los Altos High (buyer to verify attendance).

Listing Agent

Theresa Couture

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01090940 Listed on: 07/24/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Open House Schedule

  • Sunday, September 21, 2025
    2:00 to 4:00 pm
    9/21/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:00
    9/21/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00
    AN ARCHITECTURAL GEM! Private, custom 3BD/3.5BA retreat by downtown. An unforgettable masterpiece of style, function, & luxury. Sky-lit, open-concept design w/ high-tech amenities galore. Multiple serene outdoor patios. flrs heated, AC, car charger!
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $46,606

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as r1

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • On-Street Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Steel Frame
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shake Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,396 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wired For Sound
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Formal Entry
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Concrete Kitchen Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Radiant Floor
  • Concrete
  • Tile
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Master Meter
  • 220 Volts
  • Fiber Optics Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Courtyard

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 175-16-033

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$46,606

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Modern / High Tech
  • Age: 23
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2396
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Zoning Description: r1
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator, Skylight, Countertop - Concrete, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 2396
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Secured Garage / Parking, Security Alarm, Security Fence
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet, Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer, In Utility Room, Inside
  • Flooring: Slate, Tile, Concrete
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage, Utility Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub, Updated Bath, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Steel Frame, Post and Pier, Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Shake, Composition
  • View: Greenbelt, Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Fenced, Balcony / Patio, Drought Tolerant Plants, Sprinklers - Auto, Storage Shed / Structure, Low Maintenance, Courtyard
  • Fencing: Wood, Fenced Back
  • Property Faces: West
  • Construction Type: Wood, Wood Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Covered Parking, Detached Garage, On Street, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, Uncovered Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan, Central AC, Multi-Zone
  • Heating System: Heating - 2+ Zones, Radiant Floors, Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Vaulted Ceiling, High Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School: Gardner Bullis Elementary
  • Middle School: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate
  • High School: Los Altos High
  • High School: 265
  • Elementary School: 1079
  • Middle School: 133

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 175-16-033
  • Lot Acres: 0.1515
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6600.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6600.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulation - Per Owner, Energy Star Appliances, Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Master Meter, Natural Gas

MLS Schools

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

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $46,606 $4,046,487 $3,280,937 $765,550
2024 $46,606 $3,967,145 $3,216,605 $750,540
2023 $46,606 $3,889,359 $3,153,535 $735,824
2022 $45,833 $3,813,098 $3,091,701 $721,397
2021 $45,909 $3,738,332 $3,031,080 $707,252
2020 $46,129 $3,700,000 $3,000,000 $700,000
2019 $17,413 $1,352,978 $715,703 $637,275
2018 $17,007 $1,326,450 $701,670 $624,780
2017 $16,458 $1,300,442 $687,912 $612,530
2016 $16,051 $1,274,944 $674,424 $600,520
2015 $15,916 $1,255,794 $664,294 $591,500
2014 $15,742 $1,231,196 $651,282 $579,914
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/14/2025 09/14/25 Price Changed $4,858,000 -2.8% $2,028 / Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 For Sale $5,000,000 -- $2,087 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $3,700,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $571,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $2,200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $366,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $704,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $719,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $729,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $870,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $650,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $456,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82015722

MLSListings

APN: 175-16-033

California Santa Clara County Los Altos 94022

705 University Ave, Los Altos, CA

This home is located at 705 University Ave, Los Altos, CA 94022 and is currently priced at $4,858,000, approximately $2,027 per square foot. This property was built in 2002. 705 University Ave is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Gardner Bullis Elementary School, Ardis G. Egan Junior High School, and Los Altos High School.

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