Welcome to your mountain oasis! This secluded home is located in the historic Middleton Tract of La Honda. Nature lovers will delight in the towering Redwoods and Oaks. Situated on over 3 flat acres, the home sits just above Portola Redwoods State Park. The newly updated interior boasts a spacious and modern floor plan, fresh new kitchen and abundant living space with two large bedrooms. The updated ADU is perfect for in-laws, guests, or added rental income. A two car garage adds to the practicality of the property, which has plenty of room to store all of your toys! The whole house generator makes the home practical and livable in all seasons. The yard has been neatly landscaped, and includes a fire pit and hot tub. This community is very secluded, yet only 30 minutes to the beach, 40 minutes to Highway 280 and 30 minutes to Alice's Restaurant in Woodside.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
3.25 acresLot Size
$583Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Liam Brennan•DRE #02144889• Compass
Contact: 650-290-2172
Bought with Susan Kramer•DRE #01399140• Intero Real Estate Services
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80012650
Feb 11, 2026
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Oct 24, 2023
Sold
$926,500
$572/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81934877
Oct 24, 2023
Sold
$926,250
$572/sq ft
Oct 9, 2023
Pending
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Oct 4, 2023
Price Changed
$975,000
$602/sq ft
Jul 13, 2023
Listed
$999,000
$617/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 2004
Sold
$595,000
$367/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80390891
Dec 1, 2004
Listing Removed
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Sep 23, 2004
Sold
$595,000
$367/sq ft
Apr 17, 2004
Listed
$599,000
$370/sq ft
HUGE 2BR 1.5BA MAIN HOUSE + SEPARATE DETACHED 1BR 1BA IN LAW. SHORT SALE. IN LAW NOT PERMITTED. MOSTLY LEVEL 3.25 ACRES ADJ TO MILES OF FOOT TRAILS AND PARKLAND. NEW 16X30 REDWOOD DECK W/ HOTUB. NO NEIGHBORS. TOTAL PRIVACY. TREES
Public Records
Jun 8, 2000
Sold
$499,000
$308/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80015437
Jun 8, 2000
Listing Removed
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Jun 8, 2000
Sold
$499,000
$308/sq ft
Apr 28, 2000
Sold
$499,000
$308/sq ft
Apr 20, 2000
Listed
$499,000
$308/sq ft
Apr 20, 2000
Listed
$499,000
$308/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 2, 1992
Sold
$330,000
$204/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 13, 1981
Sold
$31,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,706 (+1.4%)
$587,775 + $357,000
$944,775
2024
$10,559 (+22.5%)
$587,775 + $357,000
$944,775
2023
$8,617 (+1.6%)
$576,250 + $350,000
$926,250
2022
$8,484 (+1.7%)
$398,581 + $398,581
$797,162
2021
$8,344 (+1.3%)
$390,766 + $390,766
$781,532
2020
$8,234 (+1.6%)
$383,104 + $383,104
$766,208
2019
$8,103 (+2.9%)
$379,176 + $379,176
$758,352
2018
$7,875 (+2.4%)
$371,742 + $371,742
$743,484
2017
$7,690 (+0.1%)
$357,307 + $357,307
$714,614
2016
$7,679 (+18.5%)
$357,307 + $357,307
$714,614
2015
$6,478 (+22.0%)
$350,301 + $350,301
$700,602
2014
$5,308 (+14.0%)
$245,000 + $245,000
$490,000
2012
$4,658 (−34.0%)
$242,500 + $242,500
$485,000
2011
$7,061 (+1.3%)
$212,500 + $212,500
$425,000
2010
$6,970 (+0.2%)
$323,678 + $323,678
$647,356
2009
$6,955 (+2.2%)
$321,259 + $321,259
$642,518
2008
$6,804
$322,023 + $322,023
$644,046
Tax history for 262 Back Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,706 (+1.4%)
$587,775 + $357,000
$944,775
2024
$10,559 (+22.5%)
$587,775 + $357,000
$944,775
2023
$8,617 (+1.6%)
$576,250 + $350,000
$926,250
2022
$8,484 (+1.7%)
$398,581 + $398,581
$797,162
2021
$8,344 (+1.3%)
$390,766 + $390,766
$781,532
2020
$8,234 (+1.6%)
$383,104 + $383,104
$766,208
2019
$8,103 (+2.9%)
$379,176 + $379,176
$758,352
2018
$7,875 (+2.4%)
$371,742 + $371,742
$743,484
2017
$7,690 (+0.1%)
$357,307 + $357,307
$714,614
2016
$7,679 (+18.5%)
$357,307 + $357,307
$714,614
2015
$6,478 (+22.0%)
$350,301 + $350,301
$700,602
2014
$5,308 (+14.0%)
$245,000 + $245,000
$490,000
2012
$4,658 (−34.0%)
$242,500 + $242,500
$485,000
2011
$7,061 (+1.3%)
$212,500 + $212,500
$425,000
2010
$6,970 (+0.2%)
$323,678 + $323,678
$647,356
2009
$6,955 (+2.2%)
$321,259 + $321,259
$642,518
2008
$6,804
$322,023 + $322,023
$644,046
*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
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.89 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,620
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
085022170
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
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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 new furnace in the underfloor area. Extend the gas line to the furnace and a future barbecue. Install smoke detectors in each bedroom and the adjacent hallway.
Gas
HVAC
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: Detached, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 10
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks
Room Information
Artist Studio, Bonus/Hobby Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas), Forced Air, Propane
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Forest/Woods
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Spa/Hot Tub
Property Features
Communication: Satellite Dish
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,620
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Primary ID: 458507
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 3.25
Lot Description: Farm Animals (Permitted), Grade (Gently Sloped), Private/Secluded, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Existing Septic
Utilities: Generator, Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Well, Well (Shared)
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: La Honda-Pescadero Unified
High School District: La Honda-Pescadero Unified
Location Information
Directions: Continue on Alpine Rd until you reach Portola State Park Rd. In 2.3 miles you will reach the entrance of Middleton Tract. Turn left, and continue up the road for .8 miles. Turn right once you see my sign and continue down to the end of the driveway.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,620
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 2000
County: San Mateo County
APN: 085022170
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
La Honda Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.3mi
9/10
Pescadero Elementary And Middle School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 9.9mi
8/10
Pescadero High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$898,000 – $1.09M
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