Surrounded by prestigious homes, this is a standout opportunity for builders, investors, or end users seeking long-term upside. Nearby fully renovated comps are achieving $2,000+ per sq ft, with many homes in the area selling in the $7M$9M range. First time ever on the market! Built and lovingly maintained by its original owner for over 75 years, this special property is rich in history and ready for its next chapter. Featuring 3 BD, 2 BA, and a 2-car garage, the home sits on an expansive 10,266 sq ft lot in a prime Los Altos location. Offering great bones and a functional layout, the home showcases a seamless flow from the living and dining areas to a huge backyard ideal for indoor-outdoor living, entertaining, or future expansion. The deep, flat, usable lot provides endless possibilities to renovate, expand, or build a custom luxury estate, with ample space for a pool, ADU, or resort-style outdoor living.
Enjoy close proximity to vibrant downtown Los Altos with boutique shopping, top-rated dining, parks, and the local library. Located within the highly sought-after Los Altos School District.
Rare offering with exceptional potential don't miss this opportunity!
Sold for $4,920,000
$4,920,000
493 Casita Way, Los Altos, CA 94022
3beds
1,738sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1952
10,266 Square Feet Lot
$4,896,000 Zestimate®
$2,831/sqft
$7,498 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,896,000
$4.50M - $5.29M
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Deep flat usable lot
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Listed by:
Rick Smith 01431920 650-492-9007,
Robert Smith, Broker 650-492-9007
Bought with:
Sue Cheng, 02027196
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82041172
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, Tub
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook, DiningArea
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,738
- Total interior livable area: 1,738 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 10,266 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 17018032
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: NaturalGas, PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Los Altos
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,831/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $139,705
- Annual tax amount: $2,836
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Sold | $4,920,000+4.7%$2,831/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82041172 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Pending sale | $4,700,000$2,704/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82041172 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,700,000$2,704/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82041172 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,836 +21.3% | $139,705 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,337 +7.6% | $136,967 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,172 +4.2% | $134,283 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,085 +1.9% | $131,651 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,047 +1.4% | $129,071 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,018 | $127,749 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,018 +5.4% | $125,245 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,915 | $122,790 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,915 +4% | $120,384 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,842 +4.4% | $118,025 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,765 +2.5% | $116,254 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,721 | $113,978 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $113,464 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,240 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $109,060 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $108,246 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $108,504 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $106,378 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $104,293 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $102,249 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $100,245 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $98,281 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $96,481 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $94,591 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $92,738 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94022
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Almond Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Ardis G. Egan Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Los Altos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: LosAltosHigh_1
- District: LosAltosElementary
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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