Timeless design aligns w/ contemporary details in this fabulous 5br/4.5ba home. This private 1.23-acre property provides mature landscaping, wrap-around views, & an incredible space for everyday living. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the home w/ abundant natural light. The main level offers a welcoming entry leading to a designer kitchen w/ endless cabinets, an island w/ bar seating & large windows that frame the outdoor landscape. Off the kitchen is a family room w/ vaulted ceilings, a stone fireplace & direct access to the backyard. Gather in the formal DR or open glass doors in the adjoining LR to enjoy a large deck w/ views overlooking the peaceful pool & spa area. Completing the lower level are 2 bdrms joined by a full bthrm + an ensuite bdrm, laundry room, & versatile bonus room. Upstairs is an ensuite bdrm next to the primary retreat, which features dual walk-in closets, lovely views & a spa-like bthrm. Every room leads to an outdoor space, further showcasing the phenomenal floor plan. A detached bonus space can be used for a gym/office or hobby room. This home also offers an outdoor shower, 1/2 bath by the pool, & storage room that doubles as a wine room. Relish in trails & outdoor recreation throughout Central Portola Valley. A home like this doesn't come around often.
Sold for $8,500,000
$8,500,000
161 Sausal Dr, Portola Valley, CA 94028
5beds
4,282sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1951
1.23 Acres Lot
$9,502,100 Zestimate®
$1,985/sqft
$7,747 Estimated rent
Home value
$9,502,100
$8.65M - $10.64M
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Peaceful poolStone fireplaceWine roomMature landscapingLovely viewsDesigner kitchenAbundant natural light
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Listed by:
Jennifer Alfaro 01721877 650-888-8338,
Compass 650-462-1111,
Kimm Terpening 01522106 650-867-4880,
Compass
Bought with:
, 01181550
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81957088
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Laundry, Office, Workshop
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, ShowerandTub, Skylight, SteamShower, Stone, Tile, TubinPrimaryBedroom, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: ExhaustFan, Island, IslandwithSink, Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air, 2 plus Zones, Solar, Solar and Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Gas Oven, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Tub/Sink, Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,282
- Total interior livable area: 4,282 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Parking Area, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure, Drought Tolerant Plants
- Pool features: Heated, Solar Heat, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Spa features: Other, Pool/SpaCombo
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 1.23 Acres
- Features: Flag Lot, Grade Varies
Details
- Additional structures: Other, PoultryCoop, Sheds
- Parcel number: 079060410
- Zoning: R1001A
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Unimproved
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portola Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,985/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $8,670,000
- Annual tax amount: $94,660
- Date on market: 3/11/2024
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2024 | Sold | $8,500,000+7.7%$1,985/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81957088 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2024 | Pending sale | $7,895,000$1,844/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81957088 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $7,895,000+19.7%$1,844/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81957088 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2017 | Sold | $6,598,000+1.5%$1,541/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2017 | Pending sale | $6,498,000$1,518/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors #ML81682366 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $6,498,000+159.9%$1,518/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors #ML81682366 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2012 | Sold | $2,500,000-10.4%$584/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2012 | Price change | $2,790,000-14.2%$652/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Portola Valley #81235126 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2012 | Price change | $3,250,000-5.1%$759/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Portola Valley #81235126 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2012 | Listed for sale | $3,425,000$800/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Portola Valley #81235126 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $94,660 +16.8% | $8,670,000 +17.8% |
| 2024 | $81,058 +1.5% | $7,360,192 +2% |
| 2023 | $79,866 +2.9% | $7,215,875 +2% |
| 2022 | $77,651 +1.3% | $7,074,388 +2% |
| 2021 | $76,628 +0.5% | $6,935,675 +1% |
| 2020 | $76,265 +1.1% | $6,864,559 +2% |
| 2019 | $75,446 +5.1% | $6,729,960 +2% |
| 2018 | $71,772 +95.1% | $6,598,000 +98.2% |
| 2017 | $36,793 +1.8% | $3,328,501 +2% |
| 2016 | $36,150 +4.4% | $3,263,237 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $34,642 +39.4% | $3,099,221 +39.7% |
| 2014 | $24,848 | $2,219,080 -11.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $2,500,000 +198.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $836,963 |
| 2011 | -- | $836,963 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $814,423 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $816,359 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $800,353 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $784,661 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $769,277 |
| 2005 | -- | $769,277 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $739,409 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $725,859 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $711,627 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $697,674 +7.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $648,995 |
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Neighborhood: 94028
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ormondale Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Corte Madera SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Woodside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: OrmondaleElementary
- Middle: CorteMaderaElementary
- High: WoodsideHigh
- 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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