Views, serenity, and privacy! One of the most beautiful properties in Los Altos Hills. The 1.25 acre lot feels even larger and is gently terraced with many flat areas (circular motor court, slate back patio with huge lawn area and swimming pool, gazebo lower level with paver walkways). This elegant and timeless custom home features 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms, 2 offices, separate living and family rooms with fireplaces, French doors with access to the slate patio in the backyard with amazing views of the hills and the bay. The property is gated, sits off of Taaffe Road, and is SUPER private and quiet. Must see and you will fall in love with this truly special property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
1.25 acresLot Size
$1,944Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bob Kamangar•DRE #01229105• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Contact: 650-245-0245
Bought with Chandani Group•DRE #70010052• Compass
Bought with Karishma Chandani•DRE #01066173• Anthem Realty
Est. $11,240 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 26990 Taaffe Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82046169
Jul 8, 2026
Sold
$9,750,000
$1,944/sq ft
Jul 8, 2026
Sold
$9,750,000
$1,944/sq ft
Jun 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 10, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$9,998,000
$1,994/sq ft
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$9,998,000
$1,994/sq ft
Views, serenity, and privacy! One of the most beautiful properties in Los Altos Hills. The 1.25 acre lot feels even larger and is gently terraced with many flat areas (circular motor court, slate back patio with huge lawn area and swimming pool, gazebo lower level with paver walkways). This elegant and timeless custom home features 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms, 2 offices, separate living and family rooms with fireplaces, French doors with access to the slate patio in the backyard with amazing views of the hills and the bay. The property is gated, sits off of Taaffe Road, and is SUPER private and quiet. Must see and you will fall in love with this truly special property.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81652133
May 7, 2026
Listing Removed
—
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80553925
Oct 17, 2005
Sold
$5,300,000
$1,057/sq ft
Oct 17, 2005
Sold
$5,300,000
$1,057/sq ft
Oct 3, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 12, 2005
Listed
$5,995,000
$1,195/sq ft
Sep 12, 2005
Listed
$5,995,000
$1,195/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80102633
Mar 1, 2001
Sold
$8,100,000
$1,615/sq ft
Mar 1, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Feb 8, 2001
Sold
$8,100,000
$1,615/sq ft
Jan 18, 2001
Listed
$9,000,000
$1,795/sq ft
Jan 18, 2001
Listed
$9,000,000
$1,795/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$86,620 (+3.6%)
$3,624,181 + $3,763,573
$7,387,754
2024
$83,601 (+1.3%)
$3,553,119 + $3,689,778
$7,242,897
2023
$82,503 (+0.9%)
$3,483,450 + $3,617,430
$7,100,880
2022
$81,765 (−0.5%)
$3,415,148 + $3,546,500
$6,961,648
2021
$82,136 (−0.8%)
$3,348,185 + $3,476,961
$6,825,146
2020
$82,805 (+5.1%)
$3,282,535 + $3,408,786
$6,691,321
2019
$78,759 (+1.2%)
$3,248,877 + $3,373,834
$6,622,711
2018
$77,833 (+4.1%)
$3,185,174 + $3,307,681
$6,492,855
2017
$74,802 (+2.4%)
$3,061,491 + $3,179,241
$6,240,732
2016
$73,069 (+2.1%)
$3,061,491 + $3,179,241
$6,240,732
2015
$71,571 (+1.6%)
$3,001,462 + $3,116,903
$6,118,365
2014
$70,466 (+2.1%)
$2,898,467 + $3,009,947
$5,908,414
2012
$69,023 (+1.7%)
$2,885,368 + $2,996,344
$5,881,712
2011
$67,839 (+0.2%)
$2,828,793 + $2,937,593
$5,766,386
2010
$67,672 (+0.1%)
$2,773,327 + $2,879,994
$5,653,321
2009
$67,573 (+5.0%)
$2,752,600 + $2,858,470
$5,611,070
2008
$64,374
$2,705,040 + $2,809,080
$5,514,120
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.25 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
5,015
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
18245026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Dec 8, 2009 • Final
Remodel
Remodel
Feb 14, 2001 • Final
Electrical, mechanical, plumbing
Work on an electric gate.
Electrical
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.
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Granite), Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven (Double), Pantry, Refrigerator(s), Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay, Hills
Roof: Concrete
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Cover, Pool/Spa Combo
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Security Gate, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 5,015
Security Features: Security Alarm
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 174239
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.25
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RA
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
Utilities: Generator, Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Los Altos Elementary
High School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,015
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 18245026
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Gardner Bullis Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
9/10
Los Altos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Local insights from Redfin agents
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perfect for walking, hiking, and horseback riding.