Home | San Mateo County | San Mateo | 94402 | 70 De Sabla Rd
MLS: ML81943908 | Status: Sold | Price: $4,250,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 3 /1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 /1 | 3,030 | 0.534 | 1915 |
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.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML81943908 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bathrooms | Double Sinks, Shower and Tub, Solid Surface |
| Kitchen | Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Built-In, Washer/Dryer |
| Dining Room | Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Gas Starter, Wood Burning |
| Flooring | Carpet, Hardwood |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air - Gas |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Shake |
| Foundation | Raised, Crawl Space |
| Pool | Other |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Detached, Electric Gate, Gate/Door Opener, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | San Mateo-Foster City Elementary |
| High School District | San Mateo Union High |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R10006 |
Phil Chen
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
License #: 01715177
Phone: (415) 271-1920
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hillsborough School | public | K-5 | 0.39 mi | 8 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.68 mi | 2 |
| San Mateo High School | public | 9-12 | 0.82 mi | 9 |
| Baywood Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.90 mi | 6 |
| San Mateo Adult | public | UG | 0.92 mi | N/A |
| Sunnybrae Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.03 mi | 1 |
| Aragon High School | public | 9-12 | 1.03 mi | 10 |
| North Shoreview Montessori Elementary School | public | K-8 | 1.08 mi | 9 |
| Borel Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.16 mi | 8 |
| Washington Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.20 mi | 6 |
| Burlingame High School | public | 9-12 | 1.47 mi | 10 |
| LEAD Elementary | public | K-5 | 1.69 mi | 2 |
| McKinley Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.73 mi | 7 |
| Crocker Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.76 mi | 8 |
| North Hillsborough School | public | K-5 | 1.77 mi | 9 |
| Parkside Montessori | public | PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 | 1.92 mi | 9 |
| College Park Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.96 mi | 8 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.96 mi | 7 |
| Bayside Academy | public | K-8 | 1.99 mi | 6 |
| Beresford Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.13 mi | 4 |
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