OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2023 for $4.2M

$5,020,248

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $28,838/mo

•

3,030

sq ft

70 De Sabla Rd, San Mateo, CA 94402

About this home

Immerse in history and nature at 70 De Sabla in San Mateo Park, an authentic Japanese teahouse and garden from the late 1880s. Crafted by Henry Pike Bowie and designed by Makoto Hagiwara. The private sanctuary boasts 500+ plant species, a tranquil koi pond, and a 400-year-old Japanese sandstone bridge. Inside, features 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Living spaces frame the garden, leading to the grand upstairs primary bedroom suite and a large lower-level bedroom. A private guest studio above the garage adds the third bedroom and bath plus versatility. 70 De Sabla is a true trophy property, where history and tranquility converge.

Single-familyProperty Type

1915Year Built

0.53 acresLot Size

$1,657Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Phil Chen •DRE #01715177 • Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Contact: 415-271-1920

Bought with Cindy Lo •DRE #02011100 • Sequoia Real Estate

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81943908

Redfin Estimate

$5,020,248

$770K since sold in December 2023$22K since September

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This home's estimate is 10.9% lower than the average sale price ($5.64M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$4,195,000
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B
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SOLD MAR 12, 2026
$7,300,000
C
4 beds4 baths3,470 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$5,400,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,413 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$5,400,000
E
4 beds3 baths3,195 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$4,420,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,900 sq ft
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Market trends in 94402, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.6%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$2.5M

$127K MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

0 days MoM

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Located in serene neighborhood. Garden view from all windows. 1bedroom downstairs. 1 bedroom upstairs. The guest 3rd bedroom above the garage with garden view too.
3 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Redfin Premier agent

Sale history for 70 De Sabla Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,994 (+25.8%)

$572,000 + $380,000

$952,000

2024

$8,739 (−51.3%)

$439,000 + $293,000

$732,000

2023

$17,960 (−1.7%)

$2,550,000 + $1,700,000

$4,250,000

2022

$18,277 (+37.3%)

$421,000 + $281,000

$702,000

2021

$13,311 (+39.2%)

$522,000 + $348,000

$870,000

2020

$9,560 (+11.7%)

$508,000 + $339,000

$847,000

2019

$8,556 (+7.4%)

$343,000 + $229,000

$572,000

2018

$7,969 (−12.3%)

$308,000 + $206,000

$514,000

2017

$9,090 (+15.2%)

$323,000 + $216,000

$539,000

2016

$7,893 (+9.7%)

$323,000 + $216,000

$539,000

2015

$7,198 (+5.7%)

$291,000 + $194,000

$485,000

2014

$6,809 (+16.2%)

$259,000 + $173,000

$432,000

2012

$5,858 (+9.1%)

$248,000 + $165,000

$413,000

2011

$5,367 (+5.0%)

$222,000 + $149,000

$371,000

2010

$5,114 (−48.6%)

$202,000 + $135,000

$337,000

2009

$9,944 (+91.7%)

$196,000 + $131,000

$327,000

2008

$5,187

$186,000 + $124,000

$310,000

Tax history for 70 De Sabla Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,994 (+25.8%)

$572,000 + $380,000

$952,000

2024

$8,739 (−51.3%)

$439,000 + $293,000

$732,000

2023

$17,960 (−1.7%)

$2,550,000 + $1,700,000

$4,250,000

2022

$18,277 (+37.3%)

$421,000 + $281,000

$702,000

2021

$13,311 (+39.2%)

$522,000 + $348,000

$870,000

2020

$9,560 (+11.7%)

$508,000 + $339,000

$847,000

2019

$8,556 (+7.4%)

$343,000 + $229,000

$572,000

2018

$7,969 (−12.3%)

$308,000 + $206,000

$514,000

2017

$9,090 (+15.2%)

$323,000 + $216,000

$539,000

2016

$7,893 (+9.7%)

$323,000 + $216,000

$539,000

2015

$7,198 (+5.7%)

$291,000 + $194,000

$485,000

2014

$6,809 (+16.2%)

$259,000 + $173,000

$432,000

2012

$5,858 (+9.1%)

$248,000 + $165,000

$413,000

2011

$5,367 (+5.0%)

$222,000 + $149,000

$371,000

2010

$5,114 (−48.6%)

$202,000 + $135,000

$337,000

2009

$9,944 (+91.7%)

$196,000 + $131,000

$327,000

2008

$5,187

$186,000 + $124,000

$310,000

*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
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

23,300

Year renovated

1931

Sq. Ft.

3,030

Year built

1915

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Mateo County

APN

032412340

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Dec 10, 2024.

R1B

Single-Family Residence Districts

The R1 Single-Family Residence Districts are intended to create, preserve and enhance areas suitable for single-family dwellings with a substantial presence of open space and opportunities for outdoor living. The R1 districts are intended to protect the character and variety of neighborhoods, preserve privacy and prevent burdens on public facilities, while allowing reasonable housing opportunities for families.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Mobile home park

Dec 5, 2023 • Final

Public works - encroachment permits (general construction)

Replace the sewer laterals in the rear easement for the main house and the guest house.

Plumbing

Dec 4, 2023 • Final

Electrical, plumbing & mechanical - plumbing

Replace the upper sewer lateral using a trenchless method and install a cleanout at the building. Install separate sewer laterals with independent connections to the city main for a detached guest house using a trenchless method.

Grading

Plumbing

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 (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Detached, Electric Gate, Gate/Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Shower and Tub, Solid Surface

Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Solid Surface/ Corian), Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven (Built-In)
Guest House

Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas Starter, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2

Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)

Exterior

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shake

Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Crawl Space, Raised

Pool Information
Pool Description: Other (See Remarks)

Property Features
Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,030
Security Features: Controlled/Secured Access, Fire System (Sprinkler), Secured Garage/Parking, Security Alarm, Video/Audio System

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 508685

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.5349
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R10006

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Public

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2

School Information
Elementary School District: San Mateo-Foster City Elementary
High School District: San Mateo Union High

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,030
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 1931
County: San Mateo County
APN: 032412340
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Dec 10, 2024

Around this home

Schools

San Mateo Park Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

2/10

Borel Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

San Mateo High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 86° expected this year, 15 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

San Mateo, CA • 94402

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Estimated sale price

$4.77M – $5.77M

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Home values near 70 De Sabla Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
80 De Sabla Road, Hillsborough, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3158 Sq. Ft.	$5,729,554
40 De Sabla Road, San Mateo, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2020 Sq. Ft.	$3,220,632

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 De Sabla Road, Hillsborough, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$4,497,151
39 De Sabla Road, San Mateo, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2730 Sq. Ft.	$3,630,829

Address	Redfin Estimate
63 De Sabla Road, San Mateo, CA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2790 Sq. Ft.	$4,737,042
46 De Sabla Road, San Mateo, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$3,627,945

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