First time on the market in over 50 years! Step into timeless charm with this lovingly maintained historic Craftsman home, nestled behind a vibrant garden bursting with blooms and lush greenery. Framed by mature trees and a quaint wooden fence, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom gem blends vintage character with cozy comfort. Inside, you'll find original wood plank floors, a warm living room centered around a rustic wood-burning stove, and a delightful kitchen featuring a classic Wedgewood stove and original built-in cabinetry. Period details like lath and plaster walls and a charming clawfoot tub add to the authentic appeal. Enjoy it as is or bring your contractor and reimagine the home.The expansive backyard is a true retreat, with three unique outbuildings: a guest-ready cottage complete with a kitchenette and bath, a workshop, and a whimsical playhouse nestled among the greenery. This is more than a house it's a storybook setting waiting for its next chapter. Preemptive offer already in hand, a must see before it's gone.
Sold for $2,530,000
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$2,530,000
125 Lyell St, Los Altos, CA 94022
2beds
1,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
7,501 Square Feet Lot
$2,459,900 Zestimate®
$2,108/sqft
$5,402 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,459,900
$2.24M - $2.71M
$5,402/mo
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Charming clawfoot tubMature treesExpansive backyardOriginal built-in cabinetryOriginal wood plank floorsQuaint wooden fence
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Listed by:
Cheryl J. Maloney DRE #01966668 415-309-2722,
Vanguard Properties 415-655-5600,
Robert Lane Gibson DRE #02075156 415-722-6776,
Vanguard Properties
Bought with:
Anna Wang, DRE #01994685
RE/MAX Accord
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425034555
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Living Room, Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Skylight(s), Tile Counters
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Wood Stove
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Tandem, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 7,501 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 17040009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Water District
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Los Altos
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,108/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $78,251
- Annual tax amount: $1,960
- Price range: $2.5M - $2.5M
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $2,789,000$2,324/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,789,000+10.2%$2,324/sqft |
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| 6/9/2025 | Sold | $2,530,000-9.3%$2,108/sqft |
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| 5/20/2025 | Pending sale | $2,789,000$2,324/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,789,000$2,324/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Contingent | $2,789,000$2,324/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,789,000$2,324/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,960 +14.5% | $78,251 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,711 +7.5% | $76,718 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,591 +4.4% | $75,215 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,524 -8% | $73,741 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,656 +9.6% | $72,296 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,511 | $71,556 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,511 -16.3% | $70,154 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,805 | $68,779 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,805 +12.5% | $67,431 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,605 +12.9% | $66,110 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,421 +4.8% | $65,118 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,356 | $63,844 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $63,556 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $62,311 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $61,090 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $60,634 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $60,779 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $59,588 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $58,421 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $57,276 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $56,154 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $55,054 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $54,046 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $52,988 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $51,950 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94022
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Covington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Ardis G. Egan Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Los Altos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Los Altos Elem
Source: SFAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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