$6,875,000
SOLD NOV 4, 2024

951 Echo Dr Los Altos, CA 94024

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,654 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,881 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Loyola Elementary School Rated A+
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of November 2024

Discover the perfect blend of modern elegance and classic charm in this beautifully updated 5-bedroom plus an office, 4.5-bathroom home nestled in the heart of Los Altos. This stunning home, built new in 2008, showcases finest craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout. The kitchen is a masterpiece of design and functionality, featuring custom cabinetry, natural stone countertops, SubZero fridge, and designer finishes. Entertain or relax with ease in the great room with picturesque views of the spacious, landscaped backyard. Each bedroom offers comfort and privacy, with the primary suite serving as a serene retreat, complete with a spa-like bathroom, generous walk-in closet, and balcony overlooking the backyard. Outside, the generous 13,500sf lot, truly elevate the home's appeal, providing endless possibilities for creating your own outdoor haven. This home is in a prime location, walking distance to both downtown and Rancho shopping center, close to Los Altos schools and parks, and centrally located to the hub of Silicon Valley. Los Altos schools (buyer to verify).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hiep Nguyen

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01441508 Listed on: 10/01/2024

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Poncetta

KW Bay Area Estates License #01497030

KW Bay Area Estates

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $40,250

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R110

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,654 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Wired For Sound
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Marble Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Home Security

  • Smart Home
  • Monitored

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Solar owned by a third party
  • Solar Heating System

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Thermostat
  • Separate Meters
  • Individual Gas Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 189-46-026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$40,250

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Mediterranean
  • Age: 16
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3654
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Zoning Description: R110
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Marble, Countertop - Stone, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 3654
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Security Alarm, Video / Audio System
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Inside, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Office Area, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC, Multi-Zone
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Heating - 2+ Zones, Solar
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Built-in Vacuum, High Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School: Loyola Elementary
  • Middle School: Georgina P. Blach Intermediate
  • High School: Los Altos High
  • High School: 265
  • Elementary School: 134
  • Middle School: 129

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 189-46-026
  • Lot Acres: 0.3099
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 13500.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 13500.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Smart Home System, Thermostat Controller, Walls Insulated

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters, Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Leased

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Loyola Elementary
  • High School Text: Los Altos High
  • Middle School Text: Georgina P. Blach Intermediate

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2025
Sold by
Chhabra Ashish and Verma Mansi
Bought by
Kam Family Trust and Chhabra
Current Estimated Value
$6,649,920

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2024
Closed on
Oct 18, 2024
Sold by
Holly Tapley Beeman Trust and Beeman Holly Tapley
Bought by
Chhabra Ashish and Verma Mansi
Seller's Agent
Hiep Nguyen
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Scott Poncetta
KW Bay Area Estates
List Price
$6,250,000
Sold Price
$6,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
$625,000
10%
Views
35

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.88%
Original Mortgage
$4,812,500
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 2020
Sold by
Beeman Holly Tapley and Nath Holly B
Bought by
Beeman Holly Tapley and The Holly Tapley Beeman Dated

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2018
Sold by
Nath Pravene A
Bought by
Nath Holly B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,900,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2011
Sold by
Nath Pravene A and Nath Holly B
Bought by
Nath Pravene A and Nath Holly B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,900,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2011
Sold by
Nath Pravene A and Nath Holly B
Bought by
Nath Pravevne A and Nath Holly B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,900,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2009
Sold by
951 Echo Drive Llc
Bought by
Nath Pravene A and Nath Holly B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,990,000
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2008
Sold by
Kansky Matthew A and Benjamini Ethan
Bought by
951 Echo Drive Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,070,000
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2007
Sold by
Benjamini Ethan and Benjamini Ethan M
Bought by
Kansky Matthew A and Benjamini Ethan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2007
Sold by
Panfil Laurie J
Bought by
Benjamini Ethan M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2007
Sold by
Panfil James G
Bought by
Panfil Laurie J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2002
Sold by
Panfil Laurie J
Bought by
Panfil James G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 1998
Sold by
Shaw Marguerite K Living Trust and Elizabeth Kathleen
Bought by
Panfil James G and Panfil Laurie J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$472,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $6,875,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed -- First American Title Company
Grant Deed -- Chicago Title Co
Grant Deed -- Chicago Title
Grant Deed -- Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title
Grant Deed $590,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $4,812,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,825,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,870,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $2,900,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,442,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $249,999 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,810,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,879,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,896,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,900,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $100,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,987,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,990,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $2,070,000 Construction
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,094,450 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $480,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $472,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/04/2024 11/04/24 Sold $6,875,000 +10.0% $1,881 / Sq Ft
10/09/2024 10/09/24 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2024 10/01/24 For Sale $6,250,000 -- $1,710 / 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 $40,250 $6,875,000 $5,400,000 $1,475,000
2024 $40,250 $3,345,651 $1,956,891 $1,388,760
2023 $39,569 $3,280,051 $1,918,521 $1,361,530
2022 $39,088 $3,215,737 $1,880,903 $1,334,834
2021 $39,267 $3,152,684 $1,844,023 $1,308,661
2020 $39,548 $3,120,358 $1,825,115 $1,295,243
2019 $37,858 $3,059,176 $1,789,329 $1,269,847
2018 $37,171 $2,999,194 $1,754,245 $1,244,949
2017 $35,543 $2,940,388 $1,719,849 $1,220,539
2016 $34,837 $2,882,734 $1,686,127 $1,196,607
2015 $34,429 $2,839,433 $1,660,800 $1,178,633
2014 $33,911 $2,783,814 $1,628,268 $1,155,546
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81982289

MLSListings

APN: 189-46-026