Once in a very great while, a magical opportunity presents itself. Nestled in the Lakeview canyons, the Secret Garden Sanctuary is the special home you have been searching for. Built in 2008, and situated on a nearly flat one-half acre plus parcel, the almost 5,000 square foot English Tudor inspired home has been lovingly maintained and upgraded over the years by an artist and interior designer. Complementing the main residence is a charming 300-square-foot ADU cottage which mirrors the timeless elegance of the primary home. Wake up to birds chirping on the veranda off the primary suite as you remotely turn on the jets of the in-ground jetted pool. Enjoy a steam shower in the full slab natural stone shower, followed by a breakfast prepared in the chefs kitchen using fresh ingredients harvested from your own garden and eggs gathered from the chicken coop. Meditate over the soothing sound of the natural stone fountain. Wander through your garden to prepare for a focused day of work in the large and sunny office or relax into the evening in front of the hearth, contemplating the hand painted ceilings of the dining room after dinner with a glass of wine. This house is truly special, hidden in the hills, among a community of caring Hillsborough neighbors. Your sanctuary awaits.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$1,621Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Bill McQuaid•DRE #00528109• Compass
Listed by The Cheung The Cheung Group•DRE #70010288• Compass
Contact: 650-245-1605
Bought with Hira Bakhsh•DRE #02117916• Flat Rate Realty
Once in a very great while, a magical opportunity presents itself. Nestled in the Lakeview canyons, the Secret Garden Sanctuary is the special home you have been searching for. Built in 2008, and situated on a nearly flat one-half acre plus parcel, the almost 5,000 square foot English Tudor inspired home has been lovingly maintained and upgraded over the years by an artist and interior designer. Complementing the main residence is a charming 300-square-foot ADU cottage which mirrors the timeless elegance of the primary home. Wake up to birds chirping on the veranda off the primary suite as you remotely turn on the jets of the in-ground jetted pool. Enjoy a steam shower in the full slab natural stone shower, followed by a breakfast prepared in the chefs kitchen using fresh ingredients harvested from your own garden and eggs gathered from the chicken coop. Meditate over the soothing sound of the natural stone fountain. Wander through your garden to prepare for a focused day of work in the large and sunny office or relax into the evening in front of the hearth, contemplating the hand painted ceilings of the dining room after dinner with a glass of wine. This house is truly special, hidden in the hills, among a community of caring Hillsborough neighbors. Your sanctuary awaits.
MLSListings #ML80922919
Mar 5, 2010
Sold
$3,970,000
$809/sq ft
Feb 13, 2010
Pending
—
Jan 28, 2010
Pending
—
Dec 7, 2009
Relisted
—
Nov 25, 2009
Pending
—
Sep 16, 2009
Price Changed
$4,280,000
$872/sq ft
May 11, 2009
Listed
$4,688,888
$955/sq ft
BRAND NEW HOUSE!5936+/-SF * , SEPARATE FAMILY & DINING ROOMS, LIBRARY, BREAKFAST NOOK, FORMAL ENTRY, MASTER BEDROOM OPENS TO A PRIVATE PORCH, 3 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, LEVEL PARK-LIKE GARDEN, FENCED & GATED, GRAND EUROPEAN STYLE! * PER ARCHITECTUAL FLOOR PLAN, BUYER TO VERIFY SQUARE FOOTAGE.
MLSListings #ML80531301
Nov 2, 2005
Sold
$1,900,000
$387/sq ft
Nov 2, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jun 7, 2005
Listed
$1,995,000
$406/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80421003
Feb 3, 2005
Sold
$1,400,000
$285/sq ft
Sep 24, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Aug 30, 2004
Listed
$1,400,000
$285/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$65,452 (+2.1%)
$4,732,800 + $3,682,200
$8,415,000
2024
$64,095 (+1.6%)
$2,562,281 + $2,754,359
$5,316,640
2023
$63,079 (+4.5%)
$2,512,041 + $2,700,353
$5,212,394
2022
$60,375 (+5.2%)
$2,462,786 + $2,647,406
$5,110,192
2021
$57,400 (+1.7%)
$2,414,497 + $2,577,497
$4,991,994
2020
$56,415 (+2.3%)
$2,367,154 + $2,367,154
$4,734,308
2019
$55,141 (+3.0%)
$2,342,882 + $2,342,882
$4,685,764
2018
$53,533 (+1.6%)
$2,296,944 + $2,296,944
$4,593,888
2017
$52,695 (+2.6%)
$2,207,751 + $2,207,751
$4,415,502
2016
$51,366 (+1.4%)
$2,207,751 + $2,207,751
$4,415,502
2015
$50,667 (+2.6%)
$2,164,462 + $2,164,462
$4,328,924
2014
$49,391 (+3.6%)
$2,090,189 + $2,090,189
$4,180,378
2012
$47,676 (+2.7%)
$2,080,743 + $2,080,743
$4,161,486
2011
$46,445 (−2.2%)
$2,039,945 + $2,039,945
$4,079,890
2010
$47,489 (+0.1%)
$1,999,947 + $1,999,947
$3,999,894
2009
$47,422 (+28.6%)
$2,011,516 + $2,116,571
$4,128,087
2008
$36,873
$2,016,295 + $2,121,600
$4,137,895
Tax history for 70 Joyce Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$65,452 (+2.1%)
$4,732,800 + $3,682,200
$8,415,000
2024
$64,095 (+1.6%)
$2,562,281 + $2,754,359
$5,316,640
2023
$63,079 (+4.5%)
$2,512,041 + $2,700,353
$5,212,394
2022
$60,375 (+5.2%)
$2,462,786 + $2,647,406
$5,110,192
2021
$57,400 (+1.7%)
$2,414,497 + $2,577,497
$4,991,994
2020
$56,415 (+2.3%)
$2,367,154 + $2,367,154
$4,734,308
2019
$55,141 (+3.0%)
$2,342,882 + $2,342,882
$4,685,764
2018
$53,533 (+1.6%)
$2,296,944 + $2,296,944
$4,593,888
2017
$52,695 (+2.6%)
$2,207,751 + $2,207,751
$4,415,502
2016
$51,366 (+1.4%)
$2,207,751 + $2,207,751
$4,415,502
2015
$50,667 (+2.6%)
$2,164,462 + $2,164,462
$4,328,924
2014
$49,391 (+3.6%)
$2,090,189 + $2,090,189
$4,180,378
2012
$47,676 (+2.7%)
$2,080,743 + $2,080,743
$4,161,486
2011
$46,445 (−2.2%)
$2,039,945 + $2,039,945
$4,079,890
2010
$47,489 (+0.1%)
$1,999,947 + $1,999,947
$3,999,894
2009
$47,422 (+28.6%)
$2,011,516 + $2,116,571
$4,128,087
2008
$36,873
$2,016,295 + $2,121,600
$4,137,895
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Sq. Ft.
4,909
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
038412050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
May 20, 2025 • Final
Lower sewer lateral
Install a new property line cleanout in the existing location.
Plumbing
May 19, 2025 • Final
Upper sewer lateral
Perform sewer and water tests.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Gate/Door Opener
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)