Fully renovated, tranquil Saratoga home blending comfort and elegance. Indulge in a unique balance of luxury, coziness, tranquility, and convenience. With large windows providing natural light, the living room streamlines into the dining room and gourmet kitchen. Each bedroom has ample space, with the master suite serving as a serene retreat, complete with a lavish en-suite bathroom with scenic views of the picturesque surroundings. Downstairs boasts a spacious family room and entertainment space. Outside awaits a lush backyard with mature trees, a multi-sports court and indoor gym. Adjacent empty lot is ideal for a potential ADU. This home falls within top tier schools: Blue Hills Elementary, Kennedy Middle, and Monta Vista High School (buyer to verify). Conveniently located near Cupertino and downtown Saratoga, this home offers the best of both worlds - tranquility of a country estate and convenient access to freeway, shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
1.2 acresLot Size
$1,168Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Alex Wang•DRE #01351503• Rainmaker Real Estate
Contact: 650-800-8840
Bought with Yao Li•DRE #02234683• Rainmaker Real Estate
Est. $9,028 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 20885 Wardell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Mar 24, 2026
Sold
$4,212,000
$1,168/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81004408
Feb 27, 2026
Listing Removed
—
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81925758
Feb 27, 2026
Listing Removed
—
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81936715
Feb 27, 2026
Listing Removed
—
MLSListings #ML82036568
Mar 24, 2026
Sold
$4,212,000
$1,168/sq ft
Mar 24, 2026
Sold
$4,212,000
$1,168/sq ft
Mar 5, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 5, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 27, 2026
Listed
$3,998,000
$1,109/sq ft
Feb 27, 2026
Listed
$3,998,000
$1,109/sq ft
Fully renovated, tranquil Saratoga home blending comfort and elegance. Indulge in a unique balance of luxury, coziness, tranquility, and convenience. With large windows providing natural light, the living room streamlines into the dining room and gourmet kitchen. Each bedroom has ample space, with the master suite serving as a serene retreat, complete with a lavish en-suite bathroom with scenic views of the picturesque surroundings. Downstairs boasts a spacious family room and entertainment space. Outside awaits a lush backyard with mature trees, a multi-sports court and indoor gym. Adjacent empty lot is ideal for a potential ADU. This home falls within top tier schools: Blue Hills Elementary, Kennedy Middle, and Monta Vista High School (buyer to verify). Conveniently located near Cupertino and downtown Saratoga, this home offers the best of both worlds - tranquility of a country estate and convenient access to freeway, shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80008870
May 5, 2000
Sold
$1,775,000
$492/sq ft
May 5, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Mar 22, 2000
Sold
$1,775,000
$492/sq ft
Mar 12, 2000
Listed
$1,550,000
$430/sq ft
Mar 12, 2000
Listed
$1,550,000
$430/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$32,972 (+2.8%)
$2,351,586 + $431,112
$2,782,698
2024
$32,084 (+0.8%)
$2,305,477 + $422,659
$2,728,136
2023
$31,817 (+1.4%)
$2,260,272 + $414,372
$2,674,644
2022
$31,380 (+1.0%)
$2,215,953 + $406,248
$2,622,201
2021
$31,058 (+1.4%)
$2,172,503 + $398,283
$2,570,786
2020
$30,624 (+2.5%)
$2,129,905 + $390,474
$2,520,379
2019
$29,882 (+2.5%)
$2,108,066 + $386,471
$2,494,537
2018
$29,154 (+0.5%)
$2,066,732 + $378,894
$2,445,626
2017
$29,005 (+3.2%)
$1,986,479 + $364,182
$2,350,661
2016
$28,101 (+0.6%)
$1,986,479 + $364,182
$2,350,661
2015
$27,926 (+2.6%)
$1,947,529 + $357,042
$2,304,571
2014
$27,223 (+9.5%)
$1,880,700 + $344,791
$2,225,491
2012
$24,870 (+16.9%)
$1,872,201 + $343,233
$2,215,434
2011
$21,283 (+1.3%)
$1,690,000 + $335,000
$2,025,000
2010
$21,014 (−2.0%)
$1,491,000 + $273,000
$1,764,000
2009
$21,449 (−6.8%)
$1,475,900 + $270,600
$1,746,500
2008
$23,012
$1,693,100 + $294,300
$1,987,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.53 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
3,606
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
36614057
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 22, 2026.
R-1-15,000
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
Dec 1, 2022 • Final
Remodel residential
Work on a remodel.
Remodel
Dec 1, 2022 • Final
Miscellaneous
Repair and replace a walk-on deck.
Remodel
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.
Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Thermostat Controller
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Blue Hills Elementary
Elementary School District: Cupertino Union
Middle School: John F. Kennedy Middle
High School: Monta Vista High
High School District: Fremont Union High
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,606
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.53 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 36614057
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Blue Hills Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
John F. Kennedy Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
9/10
Monta Vista High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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.