Welcome to your Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home situated amongst mature landscaping & grounds deliberately designed by esteemed landscape architect, Joni Janecki. Effectively built in 1990,it has been substantially updated (2016) & expanded from its original mid-century influences including a multitude of smart home features & high-end finishes throughout. Boasting over 4,200 square feet (including 435sf guest house), your single level, California-style home offers a true indoor/outdoor experience with flowing space from almost every room & substantial glass throughout including Fleetwood door systems bringing the landscape into the living space. Offering both radiant & central heating & air-conditioning, you will enjoy comfortable living starting from the floor upfrom the wide plank white oak flooring, to the level 5 walls & custom lighting throughout, your 5 bedroom plus office & 3.5 bathrooms has a sensible floor plan whether for everyday family living or entertaining. Curated finishes including imported tiles & high-end fixtures enhance the bathrooms and kitchen. Control your home functions from your phoneclimate, shades, music, lighting, pool, landscaping, cameras & security, just say it & your smart home takes it from there. Top Palo Alto schools with Gardner Bullis Elementary option.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
1.01 acresLot Size
$2,296Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Nicholas French•DRE #01350085• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Contact: 650-773-8000
Bought with DeLeon Team•DRE #70010006• Deleon Realty
Welcome to your Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home situated amongst mature landscaping & grounds deliberately designed by esteemed landscape architect,Joni Janecki.Effectively built in 1990,it has been substantially updated (2016) & expanded from its original mid-century influences including a multitude of smart home features & high-end finishes throughout.Boasting over 4,200 square feet (including 435sf guest house),your single level,California-style home offers a true indoor/outdoor experience with flowing space from almost every room & substantial glass throughout including Fleetwood door systems bringing the landscape into the living space.Offering both radiant & central heating & air-conditioning,you will enjoy comfortable living starting from the floor upfrom the wide plank white oak flooring,to the level 5 walls & custom lighting throughout,your 5 bedroom plus office & 3.5 bathrooms has a sensible floor plan whether for everyday family living or entertaining.Curated finishes including imported tiles & high-end fixtures enhance the bathrooms and kitchen.Control your home functions from your phoneclimate,shades,music,lighting, pool,landscaping,cameras & security, just say it & your smart home takes it from there.Top Palo Alto schools with Gardner Bullis Elementary option.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81434930
Oct 6, 2014
Sold
$3,450,000
$914/sq ft
Oct 1, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 1, 2014
Sold
$3,450,000
$914/sq ft
Sep 25, 2014
Listed
$2,998,000
$795/sq ft
+20
Modern Country Ambiance! Spacious Mid-Centrury home with vaulted ceilings & dramatic windows. Remodeled & expanded in 1992. Cathedral ceilings & fireplace in Liv Rm. Formal dining has floor to ceiling windows overlooking courtyard. Rich wood cabinets & large island in elegant kitchen. Master suite has French Doors to courtyard, walk-in closet & deep tub. Spacious grounds & raised beds. PA Schools
Public Records
Sep 30, 1991
Sold
$724,500
$192/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,090 (+4.4%)
$4,000,000 + $4,160,000
$8,160,000
2024
$54,699 (+1.4%)
$3,124,807 + $1,379,983
$4,504,790
2023
$53,934 (+1.0%)
$3,063,537 + $1,352,925
$4,416,462
2022
$53,407 (+2.1%)
$3,003,468 + $1,326,398
$4,329,866
2021
$52,294 (+2.1%)
$2,944,577 + $1,300,391
$4,244,968
2020
$51,224 (+1.2%)
$2,886,841 + $1,274,894
$4,161,735
2019
$50,639 (+5.8%)
$2,857,240 + $1,261,822
$4,119,062
2018
$47,868 (+6.8%)
$2,801,216 + $1,237,081
$4,038,297
2017
$44,819 (+2.6%)
$2,692,443 + $893,221
$3,585,664
2016
$43,688 (+4.8%)
$2,692,443 + $893,221
$3,585,664
2015
$41,673 (+160.3%)
$2,639,650 + $862,962
$3,502,612
2014
$16,012 (+1.8%)
$793,404 + $494,613
$1,288,017
2012
$15,728 (+6.3%)
$789,819 + $492,378
$1,282,197
2011
$14,791 (+0.1%)
$774,333 + $482,724
$1,257,057
2010
$14,773 (+0.4%)
$759,150 + $473,259
$1,232,409
2009
$14,715 (+5.2%)
$753,477 + $469,722
$1,223,199
2008
$13,990
$740,458 + $461,606
$1,202,064
Tax history for 26545 Purissima Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,090 (+4.4%)
$4,000,000 + $4,160,000
$8,160,000
2024
$54,699 (+1.4%)
$3,124,807 + $1,379,983
$4,504,790
2023
$53,934 (+1.0%)
$3,063,537 + $1,352,925
$4,416,462
2022
$53,407 (+2.1%)
$3,003,468 + $1,326,398
$4,329,866
2021
$52,294 (+2.1%)
$2,944,577 + $1,300,391
$4,244,968
2020
$51,224 (+1.2%)
$2,886,841 + $1,274,894
$4,161,735
2019
$50,639 (+5.8%)
$2,857,240 + $1,261,822
$4,119,062
2018
$47,868 (+6.8%)
$2,801,216 + $1,237,081
$4,038,297
2017
$44,819 (+2.6%)
$2,692,443 + $893,221
$3,585,664
2016
$43,688 (+4.8%)
$2,692,443 + $893,221
$3,585,664
2015
$41,673 (+160.3%)
$2,639,650 + $862,962
$3,502,612
2014
$16,012 (+1.8%)
$793,404 + $494,613
$1,288,017
2012
$15,728 (+6.3%)
$789,819 + $492,378
$1,282,197
2011
$14,791 (+0.1%)
$774,333 + $482,724
$1,257,057
2010
$14,773 (+0.4%)
$759,150 + $473,259
$1,232,409
2009
$14,715 (+5.2%)
$753,477 + $469,722
$1,223,199
2008
$13,990
$740,458 + $461,606
$1,202,064
*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
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.01 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
3,453
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
17547006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Dec 21, 2025 • Final
Addition
Construct an addition to a garage and perform remodeling work.
Addition
Remodel
Feb 21, 2020 • Final
Encroachment
Obtain an encroachment permit for a sewer lateral connection.
Gas
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, Parking Area
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)