This stately Monterey Colonial home, circa 1935, showcases timeless architectural details of the era on a private, nearly one-acre lot where majestic redwood trees frame the serene setting. Originally designed by renowned architect Gardner Dailey and with landscaping by Thomas Church & Jack Stafford, the property offers abundant potential. Options include moving in and enjoying the enchanting vintage character today, renovating to suit personal tastes, or exploring opportunities to build new. Interior features showcase hardwood floors & crown moldings in some rooms, towering windows & French doors that bathe the interiors in natural light. Formal living & dining rooms, vintage bar area, bright kitchen with casual dining area, & a flexible room with en suite bath ideal for a family room/bedroom. Grounds are equally inviting, featuring a sparkling pool, expansive covered & open patios perfect for entertaining, & lush lawn areas with raised vegetable beds. Two-car garage with adjoining workshop & laundry area, plus a carport & partial basement are also featured. With its blend of privacy, charm, and opportunity, this home offers a rare combination in a highly desirable location.
Sold for $8,600,000
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$8,600,000
55 Serrano Dr, Atherton, CA 94027
6beds
3,945sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1935
0.81 Acres Lot
$8,753,500 Zestimate®
$2,180/sqft
$18,469 Estimated rent
Home value
$8,753,500
$7.97M - $9.63M
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Sparkling poolMajestic redwood treesTowering windowsPrivate nearly one-acre lotCrown moldingsVintage bar areaTimeless architectural details
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hugh Cornish 00912143 650-619-6461,
Coldwell Banker Realty 650-324-4456
Bought with:
Michael Plotkowski, 01222798
Compass
Yulia Deschamps, 01918621
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82001326
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Office, Utility Room
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShowersoverTubs2plus, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built In Oven, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,945
- Total interior livable area: 3,945 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Carport
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 059283120
- Zoning: R1001A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Atherton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,180/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $326,028
- Annual tax amount: $4,746
- Date on market: 4/7/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2025 | Sold | $8,600,000+7.6%$2,180/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82001326 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2025 | Pending sale | $7,995,000$2,027/sqft |
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| 4/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,995,000$2,027/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82001326 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,746 +1.7% | $326,028 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,665 +2.1% | $319,637 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,571 +4.6% | $313,371 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,368 +1.5% | $307,227 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,305 +1.8% | $301,204 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,231 +1% | $298,117 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,188 +4% | $292,272 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,028 -11.9% | $286,542 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,573 +3% | $280,925 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,440 +5.5% | $275,418 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,210 | $271,282 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,210 | $265,969 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $264,768 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $259,577 |
| 2011 | -- | $259,577 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $252,587 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $253,188 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $248,224 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $243,358 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $238,587 |
| 2005 | -- | $238,587 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $229,325 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $225,123 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $220,710 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $216,383 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $212,141 |
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Neighborhood: 94027
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Garfield Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- NASequoia District Adult EducationGrades: Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Menlo-Atherton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: RedwoodCityElementary
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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- San Mateo County
- Atherton
- 94027
- 55 Serrano Dr
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