Discover the potential at 475 Cervantes Rd, nestled in the heart of Portola Valley, where opportunity meets prime location. Situated on a lovely 1 acre lot, this property presents a remarkable canvas for those looking to build or remodel in order to create their optimal living space. The home boasts 2,550 feet of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. The primary bedroom is a retreat in itself, complete with an ensuite bathroom that includes a separate tub and shower. The additional two bedrooms share a convenient and spacious hall bath. The heart of this home is its open-concept kitchen and family room, perfect for gatherings and entertaining. The kitchen comes equipped with a center island and a cozy eating area, while the family room offers built-in bookcases and fireplace. For more formal occasions, enjoy the separate dining room and large living room. To enhance the thoughtful flow of the home, all common areas lead to the serene backyard. Additional amenities include a dedicated laundry room, a detached 2-car garage, a screened patio and a deck overlooking the private yard while offering a peaceful retreat and space for outdoor enjoyment. This home already offers fabulous spaces and a thoughtful floor plan; it just needs the creativity of its next owner.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
1.08 acresLot Size
$1,802Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Alfaro•DRE #01721877• Compass
Listed by Kimm Terpening•DRE #01522106• Compass
Contact: 650-888-8338
Bought with Susan Jacobsen•DRE #00572040• Terrace Associates
Discover the potential at 475 Cervantes Rd, nestled in the heart of Portola Valley, where opportunity meets prime location. Situated on a lovely 1 acre lot, this property presents a remarkable canvas for those looking to build or remodel in order to create their optimal living space. The home boasts 2,550 feet of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. The primary bedroom is a retreat in itself, complete with an ensuite bathroom that includes a separate tub and shower. The additional two bedrooms share a convenient and spacious hall bath. The heart of this home is its open-concept kitchen and family room, perfect for gatherings and entertaining. The kitchen comes equipped with a center island and a cozy eating area, while the family room offers built-in bookcases and fireplace. For more formal occasions, enjoy the separate dining room and large living room. To enhance the thoughtful flow of the home, all common areas lead to the serene backyard. Additional amenities include a dedicated laundry room, a detached 2-car garage, a screened patio and a deck overlooking the private yard while offering a peaceful retreat and space for outdoor enjoyment. This home already offers fabulous spaces and a thoughtful floor plan; it just needs the creativity of its next owner.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,593 (+1.1%)
$3,405,000 + $50,000
$3,455,000
2024
$9,486 (+1.5%)
$431,100 + $456,260
$887,360
2023
$9,345 (+2.9%)
$422,648 + $447,314
$869,962
2022
$9,083 (+1.4%)
$414,361 + $438,544
$852,905
2021
$8,962 (+0.6%)
$406,237 + $429,946
$836,183
2020
$8,906 (+1.1%)
$398,272 + $421,516
$819,788
2019
$8,808 (+5.3%)
$394,189 + $417,194
$811,383
2018
$8,367 (+1.2%)
$386,460 + $409,014
$795,474
2017
$8,266 (+1.9%)
$371,454 + $393,133
$764,587
2016
$8,109 (+0.7%)
$371,454 + $393,133
$764,587
2015
$8,052 (+2.5%)
$364,171 + $385,425
$749,596
2014
$7,852 (+2.3%)
$351,675 + $372,200
$723,875
2012
$7,676 (+1.8%)
$350,086 + $370,518
$720,604
2011
$7,537 (+1.4%)
$343,222 + $363,253
$706,475
2010
$7,430 (−3.4%)
$336,493 + $356,131
$692,624
2009
$7,690 (+1.7%)
$333,979 + $353,470
$687,449
2008
$7,559
$334,773 + $354,310
$689,083
Tax history for 475 Cervantes Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,593 (+1.1%)
$3,405,000 + $50,000
$3,455,000
2024
$9,486 (+1.5%)
$431,100 + $456,260
$887,360
2023
$9,345 (+2.9%)
$422,648 + $447,314
$869,962
2022
$9,083 (+1.4%)
$414,361 + $438,544
$852,905
2021
$8,962 (+0.6%)
$406,237 + $429,946
$836,183
2020
$8,906 (+1.1%)
$398,272 + $421,516
$819,788
2019
$8,808 (+5.3%)
$394,189 + $417,194
$811,383
2018
$8,367 (+1.2%)
$386,460 + $409,014
$795,474
2017
$8,266 (+1.9%)
$371,454 + $393,133
$764,587
2016
$8,109 (+0.7%)
$371,454 + $393,133
$764,587
2015
$8,052 (+2.5%)
$364,171 + $385,425
$749,596
2014
$7,852 (+2.3%)
$351,675 + $372,200
$723,875
2012
$7,676 (+1.8%)
$350,086 + $370,518
$720,604
2011
$7,537 (+1.4%)
$343,222 + $363,253
$706,475
2010
$7,430 (−3.4%)
$336,493 + $356,131
$692,624
2009
$7,690 (+1.7%)
$333,979 + $353,470
$687,449
2008
$7,559
$334,773 + $354,310
$689,083
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.08 Acres
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
2,550
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
077033050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Detached, Guest/Visitor Parking, Off-Site Parking, Parking Area
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite/Retreat
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Tile, Tub in Master Bedroom
Room Information
Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room