Nestled on an expansive quarter-acre lot, 825 Holly is a tranquil garden retreat that seamlessly blends timeless architecture with natural beauty. Designed by acclaimed Modernist architect Gardner Dailey, this distinctive home is filled with natural light and framed by floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase peaceful views of the lush courtyard garden from nearly every room. The main residence features an inviting living and dining area, two spacious bedrooms, a beautifully updated bathroom, and a thoughtfully remodeled kitchen designed for both style and functionality. Just steps away, a charming detached cottage offers exceptional flexibility with a private bedroom and bathroom, complete with a Murphy bed--perfect for overnight guests, a third bedroom, or a private home office. Adjacent to the cottage, a detached outbuilding includes a workshop and a spacious storage room, adding even more versatility to the property. The expansive backyard offers endless possibilities, whether you envision expanding the home, building a detached ADU, creating a resort-style pool, or designing your dream outdoor oasis. Ideally situated, 825 Holly is just minutes from Carlmont Village Shopping Center, Twin Pines Park, and Belmont Village, providing easy access to shopping, dining, and recreation. Commuters will appreciate the close proximity to Caltrain as well as convenient access to Highways 101 and 280. Offering architectural significance, exceptional indoor-outdoor living, and an unbeatable location, this one-of-a-kind property is a rare opportunity.
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Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,320
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Central
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Raised W/Crawlspace
Building Style Type: Ranch
Construction Type: Wood/Steel
Building Construction Quality: Good
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Building Type: Detached
Building Improvement Type: Detached
Pool Information
Has Pool
View Information
View: Good
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MEZES RANCH
Living Sq. Ft: 3,080
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,630
Building Sq. Ft: 3,950
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: 0.41 ACS MOL BEING 100 FT X 190 FT MOL ON NELY LN OF HOLLY RD PTN OF LOT 4 MAP OF MEZES RANCH RSM A/77 CITY OF BELMONT
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Basement Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 870
Garage / Carport Type: Basement
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 17,356
Legal Lot Number: 4
Acres: 0.3984
Depth Footage: 180
Front Footage: 100
Zoning Code: R10010
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Good
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,080
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1984
County: San Mateo County
APN: 045151180
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Sale and tax history for 825 Holly Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Avail #1
Aug 26, 2026
Rental Removed
$5,500
$2/sq ft
Aug 14, 2026
Listed for Rent
$5,500
$2/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 22, 1997
Sold
$840,000
$273/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 30, 1992
Sold
$525,000
$170/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 1984
Sold
$305,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,817 (−7.1%)
$697,725 + $697,725
$1,395,450
2024
$19,183 (+0.2%)
$684,045 + $684,045
$1,368,090
2023
$19,141 (+10.5%)
$670,633 + $670,633
$1,341,266
2022
$17,328 (+4.2%)
$657,484 + $657,484
$1,314,968
2021
$16,624 (+2.4%)
$644,593 + $644,593
$1,289,186
2020
$16,239 (−4.2%)
$631,954 + $631,954
$1,263,908
2019
$16,957 (+9.5%)
$625,475 + $625,475
$1,250,950
2018
$15,492 (+4.0%)
$613,211 + $613,211
$1,226,422
2017
$14,902 (−3.3%)
$589,400 + $589,400
$1,178,800
2016
$15,411 (+4.9%)
$589,400 + $589,400
$1,178,800
2015
$14,689 (+4.3%)
$577,844 + $577,844
$1,155,688
2014
$14,078 (+5.9%)
$558,016 + $558,016
$1,116,032
2012
$13,288 (+1.1%)
$555,495 + $555,495
$1,110,990
2011
$13,139 (+4.4%)
$544,603 + $544,603
$1,089,206
2010
$12,584 (+2.7%)
$533,925 + $533,925
$1,067,850
2009
$12,257 (+2.1%)
$529,935 + $529,935
$1,059,870
2008
$12,005
$531,194 + $531,194
$1,062,388
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
9/10
Central Elementary School
Public, K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Ralston Intermediate School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
Carlmont High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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About
Central
Central, located between El Camino Real and Alameda de las Pulgas, is a residential and commercial Belmont neighborhood with a walkable downtown strip and a Caltrain edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Old County Road corridor near Ralston Avenue, where cafes, small restaurants, and everyday services line the sidewalks. Early- and mid-century houses mix with low-rise apartments on leafy blocks that rise toward the hills. Twin Pines Park and the Manor provide a civic backdrop for events and classes. Central Park adds courts, lawns, and a skate spot near the train tracks. The Caltrain station and SamTrans stops shape a commuter-friendly rhythm without changing the small-town scale.
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Public facts and zoning for 825 Holly Rd
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Sq. Ft.
3,080
Stories
1
Lot Size
0.4 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1948
Year Renovated
1984
County
San Mateo County
APN
045151180
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026.
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