Mid Century contemporary at its best! First time on the market for over 40 years! This rare, bright, and sunny single-story home in Central Portola Valley on over 1.5 acres has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, opens with a majestic entrance to the living room, dining room and a wall of windows with views to the Western Hills. All patio doors open to a huge deck that expands the living area year round for the Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen allowing for a maximum of space for large gatherings. Split floor plan w/ 4 BR on one side and 5th BR w/ Bath on the other. Perfect for guests. There are newly refinished hardwood floors throughout and much more. Move-in and consider the tremendous future expansion possibilities that may include a view of the bay. Room to park 12 cars on the newly paved driveway. Your private knoll, fresh air, and sunsets! Close to Stanford, Highway 280, 1.5 mi, to Ladera, Roberts Market & 1 mile to most famous local outdoor eatery. Great schools A Must see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
1.57 acresLot Size
$1,771Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Terrell Slawson•DRE #01478795• Linwood Realty Inc.
Handsome single story home with contemporary updates. Fantastic natural light flow and access to generously sized wraparound decking from three sides of the home. Located on a large corner parcel the house sits on the largely flat section of the...
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1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82020723
Nov 15, 2025
Listing Removed
—
MLSListings #ML81903036
Sep 9, 2022
Sold
$4,250,000
$1,436/sq ft
Aug 18, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 8, 2022
Listed
$4,388,000
$1,482/sq ft
Mid Century contemporary at its best! First time on the market for over 40 years! This rare, bright, and sunny single-story home in Central Portola Valley on over 1.5 acres has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, opens with a majestic entrance to the living room, dining room and a wall of windows with views to the Western Hills. All patio doors open to a huge deck that expands the living area year round for the Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen allowing for a maximum of space for large gatherings. Split floor plan w/4 BR on one side and 5th BR w/ Bath on the other. Perfect for guests. There are newly refinished hardwood floors throughout and much more. Move-in and consider the tremendous future expansion possibilities that may include a view of the bay. Room to park 12 cars on the newly paved driveway. Your private knoll, fresh air, and sunsets! Close to Stanford, Highway 280, 1.5 mi, to Ladera, Roberts Market &1 mile to most famous local outdoor eatery. Great schools A Must see!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$48,523 (+1.1%)
$3,767,288 + $742,845
$4,510,133
2024
$47,993 (+1.5%)
$3,693,420 + $728,280
$4,421,700
2023
$47,292 (+1,385.8%)
$3,621,000 + $714,000
$4,335,000
2022
$3,183 (+1.2%)
$3,550,000 + $700,000
$4,250,000
2021
$3,146 (−2.9%)
$72,775 + $179,720
$252,495
2020
$3,239 (+0.9%)
$71,349 + $176,197
$247,546
2019
$3,209 (+4.3%)
$70,618 + $174,391
$245,009
2018
$3,077 (+1.0%)
$69,234 + $170,972
$240,206
2017
$3,046 (+1.9%)
$66,547 + $164,334
$230,881
2016
$2,990 (+0.6%)
$66,547 + $164,334
$230,881
2015
$2,972 (+2.1%)
$65,243 + $161,112
$226,355
2014
$2,912 (+5.5%)
$63,005 + $155,584
$218,589
2012
$2,760 (+1.5%)
$62,721 + $154,881
$217,602
2011
$2,718 (+1.2%)
$61,492 + $151,845
$213,337
2010
$2,686 (+8.1%)
$60,287 + $148,868
$209,155
2009
$2,485 (+1.6%)
$59,837 + $147,756
$207,593
2008
$2,445
$59,980 + $148,108
$208,088
Tax history for 210 Cervantes Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$48,523 (+1.1%)
$3,767,288 + $742,845
$4,510,133
2024
$47,993 (+1.5%)
$3,693,420 + $728,280
$4,421,700
2023
$47,292 (+1,385.8%)
$3,621,000 + $714,000
$4,335,000
2022
$3,183 (+1.2%)
$3,550,000 + $700,000
$4,250,000
2021
$3,146 (−2.9%)
$72,775 + $179,720
$252,495
2020
$3,239 (+0.9%)
$71,349 + $176,197
$247,546
2019
$3,209 (+4.3%)
$70,618 + $174,391
$245,009
2018
$3,077 (+1.0%)
$69,234 + $170,972
$240,206
2017
$3,046 (+1.9%)
$66,547 + $164,334
$230,881
2016
$2,990 (+0.6%)
$66,547 + $164,334
$230,881
2015
$2,972 (+2.1%)
$65,243 + $161,112
$226,355
2014
$2,912 (+5.5%)
$63,005 + $155,584
$218,589
2012
$2,760 (+1.5%)
$62,721 + $154,881
$217,602
2011
$2,718 (+1.2%)
$61,492 + $151,845
$213,337
2010
$2,686 (+8.1%)
$60,287 + $148,868
$209,155
2009
$2,485 (+1.6%)
$59,837 + $147,756
$207,593
2008
$2,445
$59,980 + $148,108
$208,088
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
68,302
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,960
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
077225060
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Jan 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport (Minimum): 2
Parking Description: Carport, Drive Through, Parking Area
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Room Information
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Gas, Heating (2+ Zones)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Tar and Gravel
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Stucco
Post & Pier
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,960
Property Information
Horse Property: Yes
Horse Property Description: Riding Trails
Property Primary ID: 685257
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.568
Lot Description: Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1001A
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: Yes
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Portola Valley Elementary
High School District: Sequoia Union High
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,960
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: —
County: San Mateo County
APN: 077225060
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Ormondale Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Corte Madera School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Woodside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
4 days above 94° expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portola Valley, CA • 94028
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.7 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.7 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$4.98M – $6.03M
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