Home | San Mateo County | Portola Valley | 94028 | 475 Cervantes Rd
MLS: ML82022989 | Status: Sold | Price: $3,455,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2 /1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 /1 | 2,550 | 1.078 | 1962 |
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.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82022989 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor |
| Bathrooms | Primary - Stall Shower(s), Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Half on Ground Floor |
| Kitchen | Island, Skylight(s) |
| Appliances | Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Electric, Refrigerator |
| Dining Room | Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | Kitchen/Family Room Combo |
| Fireplace | Gas Starter, Insert |
| Flooring | Carpet, Hardwood, Tile |
| Laundry | Inside |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air - Gas |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter, Slab, Crawl Space |
| Pool | Spa/Hot Tub |
| Style | Ranch |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Detached, Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Site Parking, Parking Area, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Portola Valley Elementary |
| High School District | Sequoia Union High |
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R1001A |
| Listing Agent | Co-Listing Agent |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Alfaro | Kimm Terpening |
| Compass | Compass |
| License #: 01721877 | License #: 01522106 |
| Phone: (650) 888-8338 | Phone: (650) 867-4880 |
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormondale Elementary School | public | K-3 | 0.32 mi | 10 |
| Corte Madera School | public | 4-8 | 1.21 mi | 9 |
| La Entrada Middle School | public | 4-8 | 3.26 mi | 9 |
| Oak Knoll Elementary School | public | K-5 | 3.55 mi | 10 |
| Woodside Elementary School | public | K-8 | 3.57 mi | 10 |
| Las Lomitas Elementary School | public | K-3 | 3.73 mi | 10 |
| Hillview Middle School | public | 6-8 | 4.09 mi | 8 |
| Woodside High School | public | 9-12 | 4.13 mi | 8 |
| Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.15 mi | 10 |
| Escondido Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.39 mi | 10 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford | public | K-12 | 4.41 mi | N/A |
| Henry M. Gunn High School | public | 9-12 | 4.94 mi | 10 |
| Gardner Bullis Elementary School | public | K-6 | 4.97 mi | 10 |
| Barron Park Elementary School | public | K-5 | 4.99 mi | 9 |
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