NOT LISTED FOR SALE

856 La Mesa Dr Portola Valley, CA 94028

Estimated Value: $4,394,000 - $5,604,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,050 Sq Ft
$1,710/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 13, 2024

Last sale price $5,850,000 $1,918 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $32,035/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Heated Pool and Spa
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Las Lomitas Elementary School Rated A+
  • Forest View
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2024

Modern luxury meets California living at its finest in this unique home in a special location. Step inside and be captivated by the stunning kitchen-great room, featuring a vaulted ceiling and a folding window wall that effortlessly brings the outdoors in. The chef's kitchen includes a 6-burner gas stove, ample quartzite counters, and a breakfast bar island with a waterfall counter. Spend game day with family and friends in the expansive family room with vaulted ceiling and French doors that create a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living spaces. The bedroom wing features four spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms with designer tile and touches + a home office. Outside, your own private resort awaits, with a sunken firepit for cozy evenings, a sparkling pool and spa for relaxation, and a built-in outdoor kitchen for entertaining. This special location backs up to the Westridge neighborhood. Acclaimed Las Lomitas schools. Convenient to the Ladera Rec Center, school bus stop, neighborhood walking paths & the Ladera Shopper. Only 4.5 miles to Stanford, easy access to Silicon Valley, commute routes & mid-way between SFO & SJC International airports.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Johnson

Intero Real Estate Services License #70000667 Listed on: 05/10/2024

Intero Real Estate Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Terri Brown

Compass License #01387483

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $43,383

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R10010

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • Forest
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Separate Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Utility Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Pool

  • Solar Heated Pool and Spa
  • Pool Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Fire Pit
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 077-363-110

Community Details

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Built by Ladera
  • Planned Social Activities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$43,383

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch
  • Age: 62
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3050
  • Complex Name: Ladera
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Zoning Description: R10010
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hookups - Ice Maker, Ice Maker, Island, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 3050
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillars / Posts / Piers
  • Pool Description: Heated - Solar, Pool - Cover, Pool - Heated, Pool / Spa Combo
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Forest / Woods, Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Fenced, Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Fenced Back

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Amenities: BBQ Area, Community Pool, Organized Activities, Playground, Recreation Room, Tennis Court / Facility

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School: Las Lomitas Elementary
  • Middle School: La Entrada Middle
  • High School: Menlo-Atherton High
  • High School: 658
  • Elementary School: 651
  • Middle School: 648

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 077-363-110
  • Lot Acres: 0.4132
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 18000.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 18000.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Las Lomitas Elementary
  • High School Text: Menlo-Atherton High
  • Middle School Text: La Entrada Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2024
Closed on
May 31, 2024
Sold by
Kvingedal Troy and Kvingedal Brooke
Bought by
Brayne Sarah Bronwyn Kath and Kenning Stephen Reid
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Johnson
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Terri Brown
Compass
List Price
$4,795,000
Sold Price
$5,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,055,000
22%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$5,215,740

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$634,260
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.10%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$692,595
Interest Rate
7.22%
Estimated Equity
$4,738,903

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2019
Sold by
Layendecker Ellen Barbara and Layendecker Glenn Walter
Bought by
Kvingedal Troy and Kvingedal Brooke

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,837,500
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2013
Sold by
Layendecker Nancy E
Bought by
Layender Layendecker Nancy E and Layender Walter F
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Brayne Sarah Bronwyn Kath $5,850,000 Lawyers Title Company
Kvingedal Troy $2,450,000 Lawyers Title Company
Layender Layendecker Nancy E -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brayne Sarah Bronwyn Kath $700,000
Open Brayne Sarah Bronwyn Kath $1,172,000
Closed Brayne Sarah Bronwyn Kath $250,000
Closed Brayne Sarah Bronwyn Kath $100,000
Previous Owner Kvingedal Troy $500,000
Previous Owner Kvingedal Tray $281,900
Previous Owner Kvingedal Troy $1,837,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2024 06/13/24 Sold $5,850,000 +22.0% $1,918 / Sq Ft
05/15/2024 05/15/24 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2024 05/10/24 For Sale $4,795,000 -- $1,572 / 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 $43,383 $5,967,000 $2,830,500 $3,136,500
2023 $43,383 $3,446,207 $2,260,033 $1,186,174
2022 $38,721 $3,378,636 $2,215,719 $1,162,917
2021 $36,956 $3,207,389 $2,172,274 $1,035,115
2020 $28,247 $2,450,000 $2,150,000 $300,000
2019 $3,194 $179,962 $60,861 $119,101
2018 $3,044 $176,434 $59,668 $116,766
2017 $2,926 $172,976 $58,499 $114,477
2016 $2,860 $169,585 $57,352 $112,233
2015 $2,768 $167,039 $56,491 $110,548
2014 $2,675 $163,768 $55,385 $108,383
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81965099

MLSListings

APN: 077-363-110