Welcome to this beautiful home located in central Portola Valley. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers comfortable living with generous amenities. A secluded fourth bedroom and full bath provide a comfortable solution for guests or extended family. The kitchen is well-positioned with an electric cooktop, double oven, refrigerator, and opens to the rear patio. The living room boasts vaulted ceilings, providing an open and airy feel enhanced by a wall of windows overlooking the patio area. The bedrooms are well-sized with ample closet space. Recently painted in a neutral tone with complementary carpets, this home is turn-key and one can move right in and enjoy the holidays! Ideally positioned on 1.6 acres. with two level tiers and a downslope, the oak studded lot is both private and accessible. The property features a solar-heated in-ground pool, and a convenient pool house complete with a full bath - perfect for relaxation and entertaining. The Portola Valley Elementary School District serves the area. With additional structures like a lighted pergola, and large storage shed, this home is a perfect blend of comfort and functionality.
Sold for $4,250,000
$4,250,000
20 Bear Gulch Dr, Portola Valley, CA 94028
4beds
2,310sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1959
1.68 Acres Lot
$4,418,600 Zestimate®
$1,840/sqft
$7,790 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,418,600
$4.02M - $4.86M
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Oak studded lotWall of windowsSecluded fourth bedroomSolar-heated in-ground poolOverlooking the patio areaComplementary carpetsLighted pergola
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Listed by:
Denise Welsh 00939903 415-999-0727,
Compass 650-941-1111
Bought with:
Ashu Chadha, 01068735
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82019049
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: Granite, PrimaryStallShowers, SolidSurface, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningL
Family room
- Features: Other
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Formica
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Utility Room
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,310
- Total interior livable area: 2,310 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Guest
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grip-Accessible Features
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage Shed Structure
- Pool features: Black Bottom, Solar Heat, In Ground
- Spa features: Other, Spa/HotTub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Other
Lot
- Size: 1.68 Acres
- Features: Level, Sloped Down
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, PoolHouse, Sheds
- Parcel number: 079122020
- Zoning: R1001A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portola Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,840/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $358,110
- Annual tax amount: $5,757
- Date on market: 8/30/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2025 | Sold | $4,250,000+1.2%$1,840/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82019049 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2025 | Pending sale | $4,200,000$1,818/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82019049 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000$1,818/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82019049 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,757 +2% | $358,110 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,644 +2.2% | $351,090 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,522 +2.4% | $344,207 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,390 +1.4% | $337,459 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,316 -1% | $330,843 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,372 +1.6% | $327,452 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,285 +4.5% | $321,032 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,058 +1.9% | $314,738 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,963 +2.3% | $308,567 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,851 +5.2% | $302,517 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,609 | $297,974 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,609 | $292,138 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $290,819 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $285,118 |
| 2011 | -- | $285,118 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $277,440 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $278,100 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $272,648 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $267,303 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $262,062 |
| 2005 | -- | $262,062 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $251,887 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $247,272 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $242,424 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $237,672 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $233,012 |
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Neighborhood: 94028
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Corte Madera SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Woodside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
- 10/10Ormondale Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- California
- San Mateo County
- Portola Valley
- 94028
- 20 Bear Gulch Dr
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