Rare Pleasanton country "ranchette" minutes from Downtown and walk to schools. Many options...horse property or build your dream home or live in the fully remodeled modern home & detached studio with full bathroom. Detached 2-car garage and studio is finished w separate ac/heat, water heater, surround sound and custom closet. All city sewer & water hooked up. A private well w 5000 gallon storage tank for landscape irrigation. Flexible and open floor plan. All electric solar powered green home. Relax in the serene Park-like yard w/auto sprinklers with country amenities incl horse barns, hay sheds, space for RV/boat, vineyard, self sustainable garden & more. Truly a piece of heaven.
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
1.42 acresLot Size
$1,540Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Janny Rocha•DRE #01133578• Rocha Realty
Bought with Susan Schall•DRE #01713497• Venture Sotheby's Intl Rlty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40782440
Jul 25, 2017
Sold
$1,525,950
$1,272/sq ft
Jun 4, 2017
Pending
—
May 20, 2017
Listed
$1,595,950
$1,330/sq ft
Rare Pleasanton country "ranchette" minutes from Downtown and walk to schools. Many options...horse property or build your dream home or live in the fully remodeled modern home & detached studio with full bathroom. Detached 2-car garage and studio is finished w separate ac/heat, water heater, surround sound and custom closet. All city sewer & water hooked up. A private well w 5000 gallon storage tank for landscape irrigation. Flexible and open floor plan. All electric solar powered green home. Relax in the serene Park-like yard w/auto sprinklers with country amenities incl horse barns, hay sheds, space for RV/boat, vineyard, self sustainable garden & more. Truly a piece of heaven.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40782285
Jul 25, 2017
Sold
$1,525,950
$1,272/sq ft
Jun 4, 2017
Pending
—
May 19, 2017
Listed
$1,595,950
$1,330/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40156420
Jun 6, 2006
Sold
$1,085,000
$904/sq ft
Apr 20, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Apr 10, 2006
Listed
$999,950
$833/sq ft
* Spectacular 1.33 +/- level ac. among multi-million $$ homes * All improvements on the property, includ. recently vacated 2bd/1ba home, to be accepted in 'as is' condition * Zoned PUD- AG * Public water/sewer at street * Offer to be subject to a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange with no cost to Buyer
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40156309
Jun 6, 2006
Sold
$1,085,000
$904/sq ft
Apr 20, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Apr 9, 2006
Listed
$999,950
$833/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,151 (+2.0%)
$1,251,591 + $2,595,312
$3,846,903
2024
$44,254 (+1.2%)
$1,251,591 + $2,595,312
$3,846,903
2023
$43,750 (+5.7%)
$1,227,050 + $2,544,431
$3,771,481
2022
$41,404 (+40.0%)
$1,179,409 + $2,445,645
$3,625,054
2021
$29,569 (+64.1%)
$1,179,409 + $2,445,645
$3,625,054
2020
$18,015 (−1.2%)
$1,156,287 + $1,447,693
$2,603,980
2019
$18,237 (+2.1%)
$1,144,440 + $443,106
$1,587,546
2018
$17,869 (+31.3%)
$1,122,000 + $434,418
$1,556,418
2017
$13,612 (+6.2%)
$352,500 + $822,500
$1,175,000
2016
$12,821 (+0.4%)
$352,500 + $822,500
$1,175,000
2015
$12,772 (+36.4%)
$352,500 + $822,500
$1,175,000
2014
$9,365 (+25.2%)
$430,000 + $400,000
$830,000
2013
$7,482 (+0.3%)
$430,000 + $400,000
$830,000
2012
$7,458 (−19.0%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2011
$9,213 (−10.6%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2010
$10,300 (−21.2%)
$400,000 + $400,000
$800,000
2009
$13,074 (+2.5%)
$270,000 + $630,000
$900,000
2008
$12,757
$345,420 + $805,981
$1,151,401
Tax history for 481 Sycamore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,151 (+2.0%)
$1,251,591 + $2,595,312
$3,846,903
2024
$44,254 (+1.2%)
$1,251,591 + $2,595,312
$3,846,903
2023
$43,750 (+5.7%)
$1,227,050 + $2,544,431
$3,771,481
2022
$41,404 (+40.0%)
$1,179,409 + $2,445,645
$3,625,054
2021
$29,569 (+64.1%)
$1,179,409 + $2,445,645
$3,625,054
2020
$18,015 (−1.2%)
$1,156,287 + $1,447,693
$2,603,980
2019
$18,237 (+2.1%)
$1,144,440 + $443,106
$1,587,546
2018
$17,869 (+31.3%)
$1,122,000 + $434,418
$1,556,418
2017
$13,612 (+6.2%)
$352,500 + $822,500
$1,175,000
2016
$12,821 (+0.4%)
$352,500 + $822,500
$1,175,000
2015
$12,772 (+36.4%)
$352,500 + $822,500
$1,175,000
2014
$9,365 (+25.2%)
$430,000 + $400,000
$830,000
2013
$7,482 (+0.3%)
$430,000 + $400,000
$830,000
2012
$7,458 (−19.0%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2011
$9,213 (−10.6%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2010
$10,300 (−21.2%)
$400,000 + $400,000
$800,000
2009
$13,074 (+2.5%)
$270,000 + $630,000
$900,000
2008
$12,757
$345,420 + $805,981
$1,151,401
*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
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Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.33 Acres
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
5,955
Year built
2021
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
949 000200701
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
May 8, 2026 • Active
Res accessory structure
ADU
Oct 1, 2025 • Active
Residential alteration
Perform interior and exterior remodeling of an existing accessory dwelling unit. Work includes structural alterations, converting a front room into a covered porch, and replacing a rear deck with a covered deck. Replace siding, windows, exterior doors, and the roof, while also removing interior walls and remodeling the bathroom.
Addition
ADU
Remodel
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 Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Sound System
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Electric Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths
Window Features: Window Coverings
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Nook,Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Ice Maker Hookup,Microwave,Pantry,Range/Oven Free Standing,Self-Cleaning Oven,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 9
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 1,200
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side, Storage
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Pleasanton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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