Fabulous opportunity to own a 3BD/2.5BA, spacious townhouse with an open floor plan, bedrooms on one level, and wonderful canyon and peek-a-boo Bay views. The main level is designed for effortless enjoyment and features living, dining and family room areas that blend together seamlessly, offer direct access to a deck, and are framed with windows and sliding glass doors that showcase the tranquil views and bring in natural light. On this level, you will also find a formal entryway, powder room, dedicated laundry room, and beautifully remodeled Euro style kitchen with Bosch appliances, sleek cabinets, and breakfast area where you can watch the sunrise. The lower level boasts a primary bedroom with private patio, ensuite bath and three sizeable closets, two additional bedrooms, and a second full bath. Additional highlights include approximately 2113 sq ft of living space (per tax records), 2-car garage, new carpet, new paint, fireplace with gas starter, skylight, central air conditioning, and Nest thermostat. Convenient location just minutes to Highland Park and downtown shops, restaurants and cafes, and with easy access to Caltrain and Highway 101 and 280 commute arteries. Top-rated San Carlos schools (buyer to verify eligibility). Come enjoy life in "The City of Good Living"!
Sold for $1,375,000
$1,375,000
438 Portofino Dr APT 101, San Carlos, CA 94070
3beds
2,113sqft
Condominium, Residential
Built in 1988
-- sqft lot
$1,422,400 Zestimate®
$651/sqft
$6,400 Estimated rent
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Ensuite bathNew paintTranquil viewsNew carpetNatural lightSizeable closetsFireplace with gas starter
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Listed by:
Tara Burke 01355264 415-571-5654,
Compass 415-345-3000,
Sara Khan 01359955 415-271-2581,
Compass
Bought with:
Robert R. Bredel, 01493564
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82008968
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, PrimaryTubwJets, ShoweroverTub1
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Built In Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,113
- Total interior livable area: 2,113 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon, Hills
Details
- Parcel number: 112730010
- Zoning: R3000G
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: IndividualGasMeters, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Club House
- Services included: Insurance
- HOA fee: $720 monthly
Location
- Region: San Carlos
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $651/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,508,758
- Annual tax amount: $18,711
- Date on market: 6/5/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $1,375,000-1.6%$651/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Pending sale | $1,398,000$662/sqft |
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| 11/13/2025 | Contingent | $1,398,000$662/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Price change | $1,398,000-3.6%$662/sqft |
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| 9/27/2025 | Price change | $1,450,000-3%$686/sqft |
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| 9/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+15%$708/sqft |
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| 9/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/31/2022 | Price change | $4,500-4.3%$2/sqft |
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| 8/10/2022 | Price change | $4,700-4.1%$2/sqft |
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| 8/3/2022 | Listed for rent | $4,900+6.5%$2/sqft |
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| 6/2/2017 | Sold | $1,300,000+8.4%$615/sqft |
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| 4/29/2017 | Pending sale | $1,199,000$567/sqft |
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| 4/26/2017 | Price change | $1,199,000-7.7%$567/sqft |
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| 3/30/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+70.9%$615/sqft |
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| 6/24/2015 | Listing removed | $4,600$2/sqft |
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| 6/6/2015 | Listed for rent | $4,600+9.5%$2/sqft |
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| 8/1/2014 | Listing removed | $4,200$2/sqft |
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| 7/18/2014 | Listed for rent | $4,200$2/sqft |
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| 10/27/2009 | Sold | $760,000-6.2%$360/sqft |
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| 12/21/2005 | Sold | $810,000+20%$383/sqft |
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| 5/5/2000 | Sold | $675,000+89.6%$319/sqft |
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| 1/7/1997 | Sold | $356,000+1.7%$168/sqft |
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| 9/15/1994 | Sold | $350,000$166/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,711 +0.9% | $1,508,758 +2% |
| 2024 | $18,538 +3.9% | $1,479,175 +2% |
| 2023 | $17,841 -3.5% | $1,450,172 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,479 +1.5% | $1,421,738 +2% |
| 2021 | $18,199 +1.2% | $1,393,861 +1% |
| 2020 | $17,978 +1.7% | $1,379,570 +2% |
| 2019 | $17,672 +2.8% | $1,352,520 +2% |
| 2018 | $17,197 +45.6% | $1,326,000 +56.9% |
| 2017 | $11,813 +2.4% | $845,279 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,539 +4.7% | $828,706 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,023 | $816,259 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,023 | $800,271 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $796,655 +18.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $672,000 -4% |
| 2011 | -- | $700,000 -7.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $760,000 +14.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $663,000 -21.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $842,723 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $826,200 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $810,000 +6.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $759,164 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $729,687 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $716,314 +11.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $644,000 -6.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $688,500 +82.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $377,244 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94070
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Heather Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10Tierra Linda Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Carlmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: TierraLindaMiddle
- High: CarlmontHigh
- District: SanCarlosElementary
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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