OFF MARKET

Off market nov 2018 for $3.7M

$5,033,484

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $20,438/mo

•

2,410

sq ft

285 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028

About this home

This updated hilltop home offers breathtaking views of Windy Hill. The home has a flexible open floor plan and beautiful garden views can be seen from every room. The living room has a fireplace and the expansive kitchen has a center island and ample cabinetry. There is a large dining room and a glass-enclosed seating area. The home has a large detached three-car garage with a one-car portion updated and used as an office by the past owners. The tasteful landscaping includes a waterfall and a Koi pond welcomes you to the front door. In the backyard, a flagstone patio and decks offer peaceful sitting areas to reflect and restore the soul.

Single-familyProperty Type

1964Year Built

1.63 acresLot Size

$2,089Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Barbara Chang •DRE #01361912 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Contact: 650-823-7421

Bought with Brian Ayer •DRE #01870281 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLSListings #ML81728544

Redfin Estimate

$5,033,484

$1.3M since sold in November 2018$13K since September

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This home's estimate is 21.5% higher than the average sale price ($4.14M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 17, 2026
$3,800,000
A
3 beds2 baths2,210 sq ft
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SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$3,229,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,380 sq ft
30 Pine Ridge Way, Portola Valley, CA 94028
SOLD NOV 13, 2025
$3,455,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,550 sq ft
475 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$5,600,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,900 sq ft
365 Alamos Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028
SOLD APR 7, 2026
$4,150,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,075 sq ft
2930 Alexis Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304
SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$4,625,000
F
3 beds3 baths3,005 sq ft
25 Cordova Ct, Portola Valley, CA 94028

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Market trends in 94028, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$5.0M

$748K MoM

Avg. days on market

42d

2 days MoM

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1 MoM

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Sale history for 285 Cervantes Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81728544

Nov 19, 2018

Sold

$3,758,000

$1,559/sq ft

Nov 2, 2018

Pending

—

Oct 22, 2018

Listed

$3,850,000

$1,598/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80779704

May 2, 2008

Sold

$2,298,000

$954/sq ft

Apr 1, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Mar 25, 2008

Contingent

—

Feb 21, 2008

Listed

$2,398,000

$995/sq ft

MLSListings #ML89832159

Aug 12, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Jul 31, 1998

Sold

$1,320,000

$548/sq ft

Jul 19, 1998

Listed

$1,195,000

$496/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$46,030 (+1.1%)

$3,672,910 + $603,047

$4,275,957

2024

$45,528 (+1.5%)

$3,600,893 + $591,223

$4,192,116

2023

$44,862 (+2.8%)

$3,530,288 + $579,631

$4,109,919

2022

$43,625 (+1.3%)

$3,461,067 + $568,266

$4,029,333

2021

$43,054 (+0.4%)

$3,393,203 + $557,124

$3,950,327

2020

$42,900 (+1.1%)

$3,326,670 + $546,200

$3,872,870

2019

$42,443 (+45.6%)

$3,292,560 + $540,600

$3,833,160

2018

$29,148 (+1.2%)

$3,228,000 + $530,000

$3,758,000

2017

$28,807 (+1.8%)

$2,320,134 + $280,676

$2,600,810

2016

$28,301 (+0.7%)

$2,320,134 + $280,676

$2,600,810

2015

$28,109 (+2.5%)

$2,274,642 + $275,173

$2,549,815

2014

$27,429 (+20.4%)

$2,196,588 + $265,731

$2,462,319

2012

$22,776 (−0.2%)

$1,828,500 + $221,500

$2,050,000

2011

$22,812 (−10.0%)

$1,828,500 + $221,500

$2,050,000

2010

$25,348 (+1.0%)

$1,828,000 + $222,000

$2,050,000

2009

$25,102 (+44.3%)

$2,050,000 + $248,000

$2,298,000

2008

$17,393

$2,050,000 + $248,000

$2,298,000

Tax history for 285 Cervantes Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$46,030 (+1.1%)

$3,672,910 + $603,047

$4,275,957

2024

$45,528 (+1.5%)

$3,600,893 + $591,223

$4,192,116

2023

$44,862 (+2.8%)

$3,530,288 + $579,631

$4,109,919

2022

$43,625 (+1.3%)

$3,461,067 + $568,266

$4,029,333

2021

$43,054 (+0.4%)

$3,393,203 + $557,124

$3,950,327

2020

$42,900 (+1.1%)

$3,326,670 + $546,200

$3,872,870

2019

$42,443 (+45.6%)

$3,292,560 + $540,600

$3,833,160

2018

$29,148 (+1.2%)

$3,228,000 + $530,000

$3,758,000

2017

$28,807 (+1.8%)

$2,320,134 + $280,676

$2,600,810

2016

$28,301 (+0.7%)

$2,320,134 + $280,676

$2,600,810

2015

$28,109 (+2.5%)

$2,274,642 + $275,173

$2,549,815

2014

$27,429 (+20.4%)

$2,196,588 + $265,731

$2,462,319

2012

$22,776 (−0.2%)

$1,828,500 + $221,500

$2,050,000

2011

$22,812 (−10.0%)

$1,828,500 + $221,500

$2,050,000

2010

$25,348 (+1.0%)

$1,828,000 + $222,000

$2,050,000

2009

$25,102 (+44.3%)

$2,050,000 + $248,000

$2,298,000

2008

$17,393

$2,050,000 + $248,000

$2,298,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.63 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,410

Year built

1964

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Mateo County

APN

077221040

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Detached, Electric Car Hookup, Gate/Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 3

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite/Retreat, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Primary (Tub w/ Jets), Updated Bath(s)

Room Information
Other (See Remarks)
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: Hood Over Range, Hookups (Ice Maker), Island, Oven (Built-In), Oven (Gas), Oven (Self Cleaning), Oven Range (Built-In, Gas), Pantry, Refrigerator(s)

Interior Features
Laundry: Dryer, Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Gas, Heating (2+ Zones)

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Garden/Greenbelt, Mountains
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Barbecue Area, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Sprinkler(s) (Auto)

Building Information
Style: Ranch
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Stucco
Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space, Wood Frame

Property Features
Amenities: Vacuum (Central), High Ceiling, Skylight(s)
Communication: Cable TV, Satellite Dish
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,410
Security Features: Security Alarm

Property Information
Property Condition: Other (See Remarks)
Property Primary ID: 56608

Land Information
Soil: Unknown

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.63
Lot Description: Grade (Sloped Down), Paved, Private/Secluded, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R1001A

Financial

Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star HVAC, Insulation (Floor), Skylight(s), Thermostat Controller, Walls Insulated
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters, Natural Gas, 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: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,410
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: —
County: San Mateo County
APN: 077221040

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Ormondale Elementary School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Corte Madera School

Public 4-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Woodside High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi

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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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.

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Estimated sale price

$4.78M – $5.79M

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Home values near 285 Cervantes Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
330 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$5,042,240
320 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$5,234,034

Address	Redfin Estimate
295 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3070 Sq. Ft.	$5,713,561
245 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2254 Sq. Ft.	$4,825,515

Address	Redfin Estimate
250 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3070 Sq. Ft.	$5,975,831
300 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2980 Sq. Ft.	$4,865,153

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