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.
Sold for $3,455,000
$3,455,000
475 Cervantes Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028
3beds
2,550sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1962
1.08 Acres Lot
$3,481,500 Zestimate®
$1,355/sqft
$8,594 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,481,500
$3.31M - $3.69M
$8,594/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 30, 2026 at 04:14am
Listed by:
Jennifer Alfaro 01721877 650-888-8338,
Compass 650-462-1111,
Kimm Terpening 01522106 650-867-4880,
Compass
Bought with:
Eric Ruxton, 00613080
Terrace Associates
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82022989
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, Tile, TubinPrimaryBedroom, FullonGroundFloor, PrimaryOversizedTub, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Island, Skylights
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,550
- Total interior livable area: 2,550 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Guest, Off Site, Parking Area
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fenced
- Spa features: Other, Spa/HotTub
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 077033050
- Zoning: R1001A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab, Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Portola Valley
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Sold | $3,455,000+8%$1,355/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82022989 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2025 | Pending sale | $3,198,000$1,254/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82022989 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,198,000$1,254/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82022989 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,593 +1.1% | $887,360 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,486 +1.5% | $869,962 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,345 +2.9% | $852,905 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94028
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ormondale Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Corte Madera SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Woodside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: OrmondaleElementary
- Middle: CorteMaderaElementary
- District: PortolaValleyElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$3,481,500
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- California
- San Mateo County
- Portola Valley
- 94028
- 475 Cervantes Rd