Tucked among mature oaks in the coveted Woodside Highlands, 9 Russell Avenue offers a rare blend of privacy, character, and opportunity on nearly one-third of an acre in prestigious Portola Valley.
The main level features a generous living room anchored by a remarkable stone fireplace crafted from historic ship ballast, along with a separate family room, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Downstairs, bonus room, second bath, and laundry/storage area provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or future customization, with direct access to the 2 car garage.
The main level is approximately 1440 sq. ft, with another 900 sq. of finished basement.
The private grounds include a pool and multiple outdoor shaded gathering spaces beneath the oaks to relax or reimagine.
Portola Valley is known for its top-rated schools, including Ormondale and Corte Madera, its vibrant Town Center, and miles of scenic trails at Windy Hill Preserve. Whether you envision a thoughtful renovation or a custom rebuild, this property delivers exceptional upside in a premier location.
Sold for $1,750,000
$1,750,000
9 Russell Ave, Portola Valley, CA 94028
2beds
1,444sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1925
0.35 Acres Lot
$1,750,800 Zestimate®
$1,212/sqft
$6,829 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,750,800
$1.61M - $1.91M
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Tucked among mature oaksSerene hillside viewsSeparate family roomExpansive decksTwo bedroomsBonus roomFiltered sunlight
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Listed by:
James Gardner 02141813 408-202-9602,
Intero Real Estate Services 408-357-5700
Bought with:
Esther Wang, 02156263
Aspire Homes
Axis Team, 70010248
Aspire Homes
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82042559
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Laundry
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimarySunkenTub, PrimaryTubwJets, StallShower
Dining room
- Features: DiningFamilyCombo
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Granite, ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Tub/Sink, Inside
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,444
- Total interior livable area: 1,444 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Parking Area
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 076235020
- Zoning: R10025
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Foam
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: NaturalGas, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portola Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $147,043
- Annual tax amount: $1,803
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Sold | $1,750,000-5.4%$1,212/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Pending sale | $1,849,000$1,280/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Contingent | $1,849,000$1,280/sqft |
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| 4/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,849,000$1,280/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,803 +1% | $147,043 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,785 +1.4% | $144,161 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,761 +2.5% | $141,335 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,718 +1.2% | $138,564 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,698 -25.2% | $135,848 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,269 +0.7% | $134,456 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,252 +3.3% | $131,820 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,181 +0.8% | $129,237 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,164 +1.7% | $126,704 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,127 +2.1% | $124,220 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,084 | $122,355 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,084 | $119,959 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $119,418 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $117,077 |
| 2011 | -- | $117,077 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $113,925 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $114,197 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $111,958 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $109,764 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $107,612 |
| 2005 | -- | $107,612 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $103,434 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $101,539 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $99,549 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $97,598 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $95,685 |
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Neighborhood: 94028
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ormondale Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Corte Madera SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Woodside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: OrmondaleElementary
- Middle: CorteMaderaElementary
- High: WoodsideHigh
- 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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