108 Santa Maria Avenue, Portola Valley, California 94028, Portola Valley, 94028 - 3 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$2,750,000
108 Santa Maria Avenue, Portola Valley, California 94028
3Beds
2Baths
1,560Sqft
23,242Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
The estimated value ($2,750,000) is $0 (0%) lower than the list price ($2,750,000). This property may be overpriced.
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Expansive Lot & Outdoor Living: The property rests on over 0.53 acres, featuring beautiful gardens, mature trees, and a large sunny deck, providing ample space for relaxation and entertaining.
Top Cons:
Historic Age: Built in 1929, the home is nearly a century old, which may imply a need for significant updates to its systems and infrastructure to meet contemporary standards.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$2.75M vs avg $4.28M ($-1,525,000)24%
Size:1,560 sqft vs avg 2,880 sqft16%
Price/sqft:$1.8K vs avg $1.5K68%
More Insights
Built in 1929 (96 years old).
Condition: This 1929-built home has undergone significant and tasteful updates, making it move-in ready. The kitchen features modern white shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and new light-colored engineered wood flooring, though the backsplash appears slightly dated. Bedrooms also boast new flooring and fresh paint. The exterior shows a newer metal roof and well-maintained siding. While the property retains some original character with refinished hardwood floors and exposed wood beam ceilings in other areas, these elements are well-kept and contribute to its charm. The absence of bathroom photos prevents an 'Excellent' rating, but the visible areas suggest a well-maintained home with recent renovations, aligning with the 'Good' category.
Year Built
1929
Close
-
List price
$2.75M
Original List price
$2.75M
Price/Sqft
$1,763
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82017216
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View: Mountain(s), Valley, Trees/Woods
Deck
ViewMountain(s), Valley, Trees/Woods
About this home
This lovely home, resting on over .53 acres, is surrounded by beautiful gardens and trees on a quiet street, the perfect place to relax or entertain. The main floor is full of light, with two bedrooms, one bathroom, and an oversized kitchen that opens out onto a large, sunny deck. A spacious primary bedroom or playroom/nursery is tucked downstairs with an additional bathroom and an outside entrance. Views over Portola Valley offer a peek of the East Bay Hills, displaying colorful sunrises and stunning full moons. It's a great home with lots of potential for expansion. The home is located close to both the lively Town Center and Highway 280 in a walkable community where neighbors know each other. If you want to live the Portola Valley lifestyle with hiking, gardening, amazing schools and a small town feel in the center of the Bay Area tech scene, you have found your home!
Condition Rating
Good
This 1929-built home has undergone significant and tasteful updates, making it move-in ready. The kitchen features modern white shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and new light-colored engineered wood flooring, though the backsplash appears slightly dated. Bedrooms also boast new flooring and fresh paint. The exterior shows a newer metal roof and well-maintained siding. While the property retains some original character with refinished hardwood floors and exposed wood beam ceilings in other areas, these elements are well-kept and contribute to its charm. The absence of bathroom photos prevents an 'Excellent' rating, but the visible areas suggest a well-maintained home with recent renovations, aligning with the 'Good' category.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Expansive Lot & Outdoor Living: The property rests on over 0.53 acres, featuring beautiful gardens, mature trees, and a large sunny deck, providing ample space for relaxation and entertaining.
Desirable Portola Valley Location: Located on a quiet street, the home offers a small-town feel with excellent schools, close proximity to the Town Center, Highway 280, and the vibrant Bay Area tech scene.
Scenic Views: Enjoy picturesque views over Portola Valley, including glimpses of the East Bay Hills, colorful sunrises, and stunning full moons.
Significant Expansion Potential: The property is explicitly highlighted for its 'lots of potential for expansion,' offering a valuable opportunity for buyers to customize and increase living space.
Bright & Flexible Layout: The main floor is described as 'full of light,' and the downstairs area with an outside entrance provides a flexible space for a primary bedroom or playroom/nursery.
Cons
Historic Age: Built in 1929, the home is nearly a century old, which may imply a need for significant updates to its systems and infrastructure to meet contemporary standards.
Modest Current Square Footage: With 1560 sqft, the existing living space is relatively modest for a property of this price point and lot size in Portola Valley, potentially necessitating the mentioned expansion for many buyers.
Potential for Renovation Investment: While offering expansion potential, the property's age and current configuration suggest that substantial investment may be required to modernize the home and fully realize its market value.