Great Price for an Incredible Property! Beautiful mountain vistas are enjoyed throughout this spacious & well-appointed 4 bedroom, 3 full/2 half bath estate located in picturesque Saratoga! Privately situated on a 1.6 acre parcel, the exceptional craftsmanship of this custom estate is equipped for grand-scale entertaining or quiet enjoyment. Handsome walnut entry door opens to spacious foyer overlooking the living & dining rooms w/ a wall of windows to showcase the Saratoga foothills. Resort-style living, the thoughtful interior & exterior are well-designed w/ spacious living areas & separate guest quarters. Private office w/ built-in cabinetry is just off the family room. Downstairs, a bonus room, wine room, exercise room & game room are enjoyed, providing easy access to the pool & spa deck. Custom designed cabinetry, Saltillo tile & dark hardwood floors offer comfortable elegance. Conveniently located to both charming downtown Saratoga & Los Gatos, this is the perfect location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
1.62 acresLot Size
$1,226Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Amy A. McCafferty•DRE #00967324• Compass
Contact: 408-387-3227
Bought with Amy A. McCafferty•DRE #00967324• Compass
Nice views of the valley and hills. Large side yard area. Master bedroom sits by itself on one side of the home. Bottom floor has 4th bedroom, bath, billiards room, game room, and wine cellar.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Great Price for an Incredible Property! Beautiful mountain vistas are enjoyed throughout this spacious & well-appointed 4 bedroom, 3 full/2 half bath estate located in picturesque Saratoga! Privately situated on a 1.6 acre parcel, the exceptional craftsmanship of this custom estate is equipped for grand-scale entertaining or quiet enjoyment. Handsome walnut entry door opens to spacious foyer overlooking the living & dining rooms w/ a wall of windows to showcase the Saratoga foothills. Resort-style living, the thoughtful interior & exterior are well-designed w/ spacious living areas & separate guest quarters. Private office w/ built-in cabinetry is just off the family room. Downstairs, a bonus room, wine room, exercise room & game room are enjoyed, providing easy access to the pool & spa deck. Custom designed cabinetry, Saltillo tile & dark hardwood floors offer comfortable elegance. Conveniently located to both charming downtown Saratoga & Los Gatos, this is the perfect location!
MLSListings #ML81310291
Jun 27, 2013
Sold
$3,700,000
$734/sq ft
Jun 13, 2013
Pending
—
May 24, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2013
Listed
$3,980,000
$790/sq ft
+20
Spectacular custom home built by Paul Mehus. Mountain privacy without the winding drive. Views galore! High dramatic ceilings. Entertainer's dream with 2 levels of open floor plan & patios by pool for you & your guests to enjoy. Flat & terraced 1.62 landscaped lot. 3 Bonus rooms with den, exercise room, and billiard room. 900 bottle wine cellar. Guest room/full bath downstairs. Don't miss it!
Public Records
Oct 13, 1987
Sold
$415,000
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,824 (+3.3%)
$3,075,550 + $1,740,876
$4,816,426
2024
$56,002 (+1.5%)
$3,015,246 + $1,706,742
$4,721,988
2023
$55,174 (+1.1%)
$2,956,124 + $1,673,277
$4,629,401
2022
$54,551 (+1.5%)
$2,898,161 + $1,640,468
$4,538,629
2021
$53,750 (+2.0%)
$2,841,335 + $1,608,302
$4,449,637
2020
$52,714 (+1.4%)
$2,785,623 + $1,576,767
$4,362,390
2019
$52,009 (+5.9%)
$2,757,060 + $1,560,600
$4,317,660
2018
$49,093 (+1.3%)
$2,703,000 + $1,530,000
$4,233,000
2017
$48,454 (+6.3%)
$2,228,184 + $1,697,664
$3,925,848
2016
$45,581 (+1.4%)
$2,228,184 + $1,697,664
$3,925,848
2015
$44,944 (+2.8%)
$2,184,495 + $1,664,377
$3,848,872
2014
$43,701 (+112.2%)
$2,109,534 + $1,607,264
$3,716,798
2012
$20,591 (+3.2%)
$645,075 + $1,098,568
$1,743,643
2011
$19,949 (+0.4%)
$632,427 + $1,077,028
$1,709,455
2010
$19,865 (−0.3%)
$620,027 + $1,055,910
$1,675,937
2009
$19,924 (+4.4%)
$615,394 + $1,048,019
$1,663,413
2008
$19,091
$604,761 + $1,029,911
$1,634,672
Tax history for 18691 Vessing Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,824 (+3.3%)
$3,075,550 + $1,740,876
$4,816,426
2024
$56,002 (+1.5%)
$3,015,246 + $1,706,742
$4,721,988
2023
$55,174 (+1.1%)
$2,956,124 + $1,673,277
$4,629,401
2022
$54,551 (+1.5%)
$2,898,161 + $1,640,468
$4,538,629
2021
$53,750 (+2.0%)
$2,841,335 + $1,608,302
$4,449,637
2020
$52,714 (+1.4%)
$2,785,623 + $1,576,767
$4,362,390
2019
$52,009 (+5.9%)
$2,757,060 + $1,560,600
$4,317,660
2018
$49,093 (+1.3%)
$2,703,000 + $1,530,000
$4,233,000
2017
$48,454 (+6.3%)
$2,228,184 + $1,697,664
$3,925,848
2016
$45,581 (+1.4%)
$2,228,184 + $1,697,664
$3,925,848
2015
$44,944 (+2.8%)
$2,184,495 + $1,664,377
$3,848,872
2014
$43,701 (+112.2%)
$2,109,534 + $1,607,264
$3,716,798
2012
$20,591 (+3.2%)
$645,075 + $1,098,568
$1,743,643
2011
$19,949 (+0.4%)
$632,427 + $1,077,028
$1,709,455
2010
$19,865 (−0.3%)
$620,027 + $1,055,910
$1,675,937
2009
$19,924 (+4.4%)
$615,394 + $1,048,019
$1,663,413
2008
$19,091
$604,761 + $1,029,911
$1,634,672
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
70,383
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
5,038
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
39705087
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green, Pool
Last updated by owner on Jul 7, 2025.
R-1-40,000
Single-Family Residential District
In addition to the objectives set forth in Section 15-05.020, the single-family residential districts are included in the Zoning Ordinance to achieve the following purposes: To reserve appropriately located areas for family living at a reasonable range of population densities consistent with sound standards of public health and safety.; To ensure adequate light, air, privacy and open space for each single-family dwelling unit.; To protect single-family dwellings from the congestion and lack of privacy associated with multi-family dwellings.; To provide space for community facilities needed to complement residential areas and for institutions, which require a residential environment.; To protect residential properties from the hazards, noise and congestion created by commercial and industrial uses.; To protect residential properties from fire, explosion, noxious fumes, noise, excessive light or glare and other hazards.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Communications tower
Jul 14, 2023 • Final
Miscellaneous
Work on a solar installation.
Electrical
Solar
May 2, 2023 • Final
Reroof residential
Perform a partial reroofing of the building.
Roofing
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): 4
Garage (Maximum): 4
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 4
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite/Retreat, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Half on Ground Floor, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Primary (Tub w/ Jets), 2+ Showers Over Tubs, Stall Shower, Tile
Pool Description: In-Ground, Sweep, Spa - In Ground, Spa - Jetted
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet, Wet Bar
Living Sq. Ft.: 5,038
Security Features: Video/Audio System
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.6158
Lot Description: Grade (Gently Sloped), Grade (Rolling), Private/Secluded, Views
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R140
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
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: Marshall Lane Elementary
Elementary School District: Campbell Union Elementary
Middle School: Rolling Hills Middle
High School: Westmont High
High School District: Campbell Union High
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,038
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.62 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 39705087
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 7, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Marshall Lane Elementary School
Charter K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Rolling Hills Middle School
Charter 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Westmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
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The Saratoga housing market remains highly competitive, driven by strong demand and limited inventory. Over the past three months, the median home price was approximately $3.5M, reflecting continued buyer interest in this highly desirable community.