This exceptional mid-century modern residence, designed by Derk Vyn, blends the elegance of Frank Lloyd Wright and Eichler with architectural sophistication. With breathtaking West-facing hill views and a serene, forested rear, this home offers a peaceful sanctuary. Corner windows, soaring ceilings, and rich wood, stone, and tile accents define its character, while the updated kitchen and baths feature top-tier appliances and modern finishes. The lower level, with a separate entrance, includes the owner’s suite with a walk-in closet and a spa-like bath with dual sinks and a jacuzzi tub. An additional suite, with a kitchen, bedroom, and central room with a fireplace, offers flexibility as a guest suite, extra bedroom, or potential ADU. The middle level includes a bonus room, perfect for a bedroom, with private backyard access, plus a laundry room and garage. The top level features a chef’s kitchen overlooking the dining room through floor-to-ceiling windows, with bi-fold doors creating a seamless flow to the living area. A tranquil bedroom faces the tree-filled side and backyard. The Zen-inspired front yard leads to the spacious backyard, raised bed gardens, gated bike path access leading to local schools and the Stanford campus. FSH Home.
Sold for $2,800,000
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$2,800,000
866 Tolman Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94305
5beds
2,898sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.26 Acres Lot
$3,833,300 Zestimate®
$966/sqft
$6,114 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,833,300
$3.45M - $4.22M
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Listed by:
Chris VavRosky DRE #02063362 510-719-8481,
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with:
Krystal Khorge, DRE #02228038
Exp Realty Of California Inc
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41084319
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Main Entry, Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Ice Maker Hookup, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator
Heating
- Zoned, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Family Room, Living Room, Double Sided
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,898
- Total interior livable area: 2,898 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Covered, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Garden, Dog Run, Garden/Play, See Remarks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial Fence,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 14221056
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Other, Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Details
- Builder name: Derk Vyn
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $966/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,600,000
- Price range: $2.8M - $2.8M
- Date on market: 1/31/2025
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Sold | $2,800,000-17.5%$966/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Pending sale | $3,395,000$1,171/sqft |
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| 5/22/2025 | Price change | $3,395,000-5.6%$1,171/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41084319 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,595,000+94.9%$1,241/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41084319 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2011 | Listing removed | $1,845,000$637/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Los Altos-San Antonio Road #81116215 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,845,000$637/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Los Altos-San Antonio Road #81116215 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $4,600,000 +94.6% |
| 2025 | $28,362 +4.4% | $2,363,760 +2% |
| 2024 | $27,176 +1.5% | $2,317,412 +2% |
| 2023 | $26,770 +1.2% | $2,271,973 +2% |
| 2022 | $26,465 +2.1% | $2,227,426 +2% |
| 2021 | $25,919 +2.2% | $2,183,752 +1% |
| 2020 | $25,360 | $2,161,362 +2% |
| 2019 | $25,360 +0.8% | $2,118,984 +2% |
| 2018 | $25,165 | $2,077,437 +2% |
| 2017 | $25,165 +1.8% | $2,036,704 +2% |
| 2016 | $24,708 +4% | $1,996,770 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $23,766 +2.2% | $1,966,778 +2% |
| 2014 | $23,255 | $1,928,252 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,919,538 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,881,900 +123.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $842,221 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $835,928 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $837,915 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $821,486 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $805,379 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $789,588 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $774,107 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $758,929 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $745,021 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $730,414 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $716,094 |
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Neighborhood: 94305
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- 10/10Lucille M. Nixon Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Ellen Fletcher MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10Henry M. Gunn High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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