Contemporary Craftsman with Exceptional Floor Plan. Convenient North Los Altos location just blocks from the Village. Desirable one-level floor plan perfectly arranged for the utmost in privacy. Office, separate computer center, and 2 family rooms. Stunning Australian hardwood floors and custom birch cabinetry. Rear grounds with striking water sculpture, fire pit, and barbecue kitchen.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$2,121Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kathy Bridgman•DRE #01189798• Compass
Bought with Charlene Chang•DRE #01353594• Compass
Source:MLSListings #ML81333560
Redfin Estimate
$7,479,844
$1.1M since sold in September 2022$44K since July
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This home's estimate is 0.2% higher than the average sale price ($7.46M) of 6 comparable homes.
Contemporary Craftsman with Exceptional Floor Plan. Convenient North Los Altos location just blocks from the Village. Desirable one-level floor plan perfectly arranged for the utmost in privacy. Office, separate computer center, and 2 family rooms. Stunning Australian hardwood floors and custom birch cabinetry. Rear grounds with striking water sculpture, fire pit, and barbecue kitchen.
MLSListings #ML80416541
Sep 24, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Sep 15, 2004
Sold
$1,533,000
$435/sq ft
Aug 9, 2004
Listed
$1,650,000
$468/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40032145
Sep 24, 2004
Sold
$1,533,000
$435/sq ft
Sep 12, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2004
Listed
$1,650,000
$468/sq ft
Great Los Altos Home with a seperate bonus house in back on a large lot. Located near downtown Los Altos in a quiet and very desirable area. Must see
Public Records
Jun 1, 1989
Sold
$680,000
$193/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1971
Sold
$43,200
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$79,030 (+4.6%)
$4,934,617 + $1,804,053
$6,738,670
2024
$75,587 (+1.4%)
$4,837,860 + $1,768,680
$6,606,540
2023
$74,516 (+47.5%)
$4,743,000 + $1,734,000
$6,477,000
2022
$50,508 (−0.5%)
$4,650,000 + $1,700,000
$6,350,000
2021
$50,766 (−0.6%)
$2,310,313 + $1,906,009
$4,216,322
2020
$51,052 (+5.2%)
$2,265,013 + $1,868,637
$4,133,650
2019
$48,539 (+1.2%)
$2,241,789 + $1,849,477
$4,091,266
2018
$47,962 (+4.0%)
$2,197,833 + $1,813,213
$4,011,046
2017
$46,112 (+2.4%)
$2,112,490 + $1,742,804
$3,855,294
2016
$45,023 (+1.0%)
$2,112,490 + $1,742,804
$3,855,294
2015
$44,593 (+1.4%)
$2,071,069 + $1,708,632
$3,779,701
2014
$43,989 (+59.1%)
$2,000,000 + $1,650,000
$3,650,000
2012
$27,656 (−17.8%)
$1,418,900 + $934,100
$2,353,000
2011
$33,629 (+16.3%)
$1,355,600 + $892,400
$2,248,000
2010
$28,923 (−14.0%)
$1,667,899 + $1,098,037
$2,765,936
2009
$33,635 (+5.2%)
$1,420,700 + $935,300
$2,356,000
2008
$31,981
$1,626,831 + $1,071,000
$2,697,831
Tax history for 196 Merritt Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$79,030 (+4.6%)
$4,934,617 + $1,804,053
$6,738,670
2024
$75,587 (+1.4%)
$4,837,860 + $1,768,680
$6,606,540
2023
$74,516 (+47.5%)
$4,743,000 + $1,734,000
$6,477,000
2022
$50,508 (−0.5%)
$4,650,000 + $1,700,000
$6,350,000
2021
$50,766 (−0.6%)
$2,310,313 + $1,906,009
$4,216,322
2020
$51,052 (+5.2%)
$2,265,013 + $1,868,637
$4,133,650
2019
$48,539 (+1.2%)
$2,241,789 + $1,849,477
$4,091,266
2018
$47,962 (+4.0%)
$2,197,833 + $1,813,213
$4,011,046
2017
$46,112 (+2.4%)
$2,112,490 + $1,742,804
$3,855,294
2016
$45,023 (+1.0%)
$2,112,490 + $1,742,804
$3,855,294
2015
$44,593 (+1.4%)
$2,071,069 + $1,708,632
$3,779,701
2014
$43,989 (+59.1%)
$2,000,000 + $1,650,000
$3,650,000
2012
$27,656 (−17.8%)
$1,418,900 + $934,100
$2,353,000
2011
$33,629 (+16.3%)
$1,355,600 + $892,400
$2,248,000
2010
$28,923 (−14.0%)
$1,667,899 + $1,098,037
$2,765,936
2009
$33,635 (+5.2%)
$1,420,700 + $935,300
$2,356,000
2008
$31,981
$1,626,831 + $1,071,000
$2,697,831
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Work on a residence.
Addition
May 25, 2007 • Final
Residential electrical
Perform an outdoor remodel.
Electrical
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Property details
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Building Style Type: H-Shape
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Good
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MERRITT MANOR
Living Sq. Ft: 3,526
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 3,526
Building Sq. Ft: 3,526
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: TRACT 257 MERRITT MANOR BOOK 8 PAGE 33 LOT 21
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 13,300
Legal Lot Number: 21
Municipality Name: LOS ALTOS CITY
Acres: 0.3053
Depth Footage: 133
Front Footage: 100
Zoning Code: R1
County Use Description: RESID SINGLE FAMILY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax Area: LOS ALTOS CITY
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,526
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 17024029
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Almond Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Los Altos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.1mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
The Los Altos housing market remains highly competitive, fueled by top-rated schools, desirable neighborhoods, and proximity to major tech employers. Well-priced homes continue to attract strong demand and multiple offers.
Los Altos has its "Village", a cozy 6-block downtown of retail, an architecturally & functionally impressive community center, and mostly sidewalk-free streets preserving a rural feel. Foodies will love DeMartini Orchard, the town’s oldest business,...
still serving local produce and specialty treats.