20685 Wardell Rd is a 2,379 square foot house on a 10,010 square foot lot with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. - it last sold on October 24, 1979 for $253,000. Based on Redfin's Saratoga data, we estimate the home's value is $4,234,222.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
10,010 sq ftLot Size
$1,780Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$4,234,222
$4.0M since sold in October 1979$109K since August
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This home's estimate is 1.3% higher than the average sale price ($4.18M) of 6 comparable homes.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-1-12,500
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
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Work on an addition.
Addition
Jan 30, 2015 • Final
Mechanical
Install or replace a furnace and ductwork.
HVAC
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Unfinished
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Slab
Building Style Type: H-Shape
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Stucco
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Property Information
Subdivision Name: ROSE
Living Sq. Ft: 2,379
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,379
Building Sq. Ft: 2,379
# of Stories: 1
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 400
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 10,010
Legal Lot Number: 2
Municipality Name: SARATOGA CITY
Acres: 0.2298
Depth Footage: 110
Front Footage: 91
Zoning Code: R112
County Use Description: RESID SINGLE FAMILY
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax Area: SARATOGA CITY
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,379
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,010 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 36613049
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Blue Hills Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
John F. Kennedy Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Monta Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
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Local insights from Redfin agents
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.