Large, quiet, functional mountain home designed and built by civil engineer owners in 1998 with quality throughout. This peaceful, private and beautiful 4.4 acre parcel is in a parklike setting. The huge bright great room has 20' tall open beam ceilings, wood burning fireplace with propane starter, and tall windows overlooking the 800sf deck. Features also include an open adjoining kitchen with island and counter seating. All 3 bedrooms have bathrooms, sliding doors & ample light with nice views. Also has a centrally located 1/2 bath & laundry room, outdoor spa, permitted fire sprinklers & metal roof. Lower level consists of a 2 car garage, adjacent large shop/bonus room or possible future ADU with 2 sliding doors. Tall basement provides lots of storage. Tons of parking, fire hydrant near house & propane generator included. Many different outdoor areas & zones with neighbors just beyond sight. Original plans included in sale. Enjoy peaceful, quiet living next to the Park & open space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
4.42 acresLot Size
$661Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Wayne Rivas•DRE #01055861• The Agency
Contact: 650-740-5746
Bought with RECIP RECIP•DRE #00000000• Out of Area Office
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Market trends in 94020, CA
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
97.6%
+2.2% MoM
Median sale price
$1.1M
$238 MoM
Avg. days on market
19d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
3
0 MoM
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Sale history for 138 Back Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML81929750
Nov 3, 2023
Sold
$1,040,000
$403/sq ft
Oct 30, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 3, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 15, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2023
Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2023
Pending
—
May 26, 2023
Listed
$999,999
$388/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 1995
Sold
$106,000
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,045 (−0.7%)
$593,028 + $488,988
$1,082,016
2024
$10,121 (+501.1%)
$581,400 + $479,400
$1,060,800
2023
$1,684 (+1.6%)
$570,000 + $470,000
$1,040,000
2022
$1,658 (+1.7%)
$27,068 + $121,530
$148,598
2021
$1,630 (+1.3%)
$26,538 + $119,148
$145,686
2020
$1,610 (+3.2%)
$26,018 + $116,812
$142,830
2019
$1,561 (+2.8%)
$25,752 + $115,615
$141,367
2018
$1,519 (+2.3%)
$25,248 + $113,349
$138,597
2017
$1,484 (+1.0%)
$24,268 + $108,949
$133,217
2016
$1,470 (+3.0%)
$24,268 + $108,949
$133,217
2015
$1,427 (+1.8%)
$23,793 + $106,813
$130,606
2014
$1,402 (−0.4%)
$22,977 + $103,149
$126,126
2012
$1,408 (+1.8%)
$22,874 + $102,683
$125,557
2011
$1,383 (+1.2%)
$22,426 + $100,670
$123,096
2010
$1,366 (+2.3%)
$21,987 + $98,697
$120,684
2009
$1,335 (+2.1%)
$21,823 + $97,960
$119,783
2008
$1,308
$21,875 + $98,193
$120,068
Tax history for 138 Back Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,045 (−0.7%)
$593,028 + $488,988
$1,082,016
2024
$10,121 (+501.1%)
$581,400 + $479,400
$1,060,800
2023
$1,684 (+1.6%)
$570,000 + $470,000
$1,040,000
2022
$1,658 (+1.7%)
$27,068 + $121,530
$148,598
2021
$1,630 (+1.3%)
$26,538 + $119,148
$145,686
2020
$1,610 (+3.2%)
$26,018 + $116,812
$142,830
2019
$1,561 (+2.8%)
$25,752 + $115,615
$141,367
2018
$1,519 (+2.3%)
$25,248 + $113,349
$138,597
2017
$1,484 (+1.0%)
$24,268 + $108,949
$133,217
2016
$1,470 (+3.0%)
$24,268 + $108,949
$133,217
2015
$1,427 (+1.8%)
$23,793 + $106,813
$130,606
2014
$1,402 (−0.4%)
$22,977 + $103,149
$126,126
2012
$1,408 (+1.8%)
$22,874 + $102,683
$125,557
2011
$1,383 (+1.2%)
$22,426 + $100,670
$123,096
2010
$1,366 (+2.3%)
$21,987 + $98,697
$120,684
2009
$1,335 (+2.1%)
$21,823 + $97,960
$119,783
2008
$1,308
$21,875 + $98,193
$120,068
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,580
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
085033140
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
RM
Resource Management District
The purposes of this chapter are to carry out the objectives and policies of those San Mateo County General Plan Chapters that fulfill the requirements for State-mandated Open Space and Conservation Elements, as well as other elements adopted as part of the General Plan of San Mateo County, to meet the requirements of Section 65910 of the Government Code of the State of California requiring formulation of an open space zoning ordinance, and to ensure consistency between the General Plan and the zoning ordinance.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Restaurant
Hotel / motel
Research & development
Educational/school
Fire house
Golf related
Veterinary clinic
Park & open space
Dec 6, 2013 • Final
Building
Install a fire sprinkler system for a new single-family home.
Fire sprinkler
Dec 6, 2013 • Final
Building
Construct a new one-story single-family home with a carport and storage area. The project includes a driveway profile, fire suppression system, and electrical plan.
New construction
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): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: 2+ Showers Over Tubs
Room Information
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area in Living Room
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl/Linoleum
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Canyon, Forest/Woods, Greenbelt, Hills
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Stucco, Wood
Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Post & Pier, Reinforced Concrete
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,580
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Primary ID: 613264
Land Information
Tract Name: Middleton Tract
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 4.42
Lot Description: Grade (Gently Sloped), Grade (Sloped Up), Private/Secluded, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RM0000
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Generator, Individual Electric Meters, Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Private/Mutual
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
# of Units in Complex (Minimum): 40
School Information
Elementary School District: La Honda-Pescadero Unified
High School District: La Honda-Pescadero Unified
Location Information
Directions: Skyline Blvd to Alpine Rd which turns into Portola State Park Rd. Turn left into the Middleton Tract thru the open gate just before the Portola State Park sign. Go across the bridge & stay to the right. Continue across another bridge to 138 on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,580
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: —
County: San Mateo County
APN: 085033140
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
La Honda Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.9mi
9/10
Pescadero Elementary And Middle School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 9.4mi
8/10
Pescadero High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.7mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$1.62M – $1.96M
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