1849 Fordham Way, Mountain View, California 94040, Mountain View, 94040 - 4 bed, 4 bath
ACTIVE$3,998,000
1849 Fordham Way, Mountain View, California 94040
4Beds
4Baths
2,504Sqft
8,960Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
The estimated value ($3,922,118.59) is $75,881.41 (1%) lower than the list price ($3,998,000). This property may be overpriced.
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Exceptional Location & School Access: Prime Mountain View location offering access to the highly desirable Los Altos School District and close proximity to shopping centers, parks, hospitals, and downtown areas.
Top Cons:
Dated Construction & Systems: Built in 1963/1966, the property likely retains original systems and finishes that may require substantial modernization to meet contemporary buyer expectations and energy efficiency standards.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$4.00M vs avg $3.55M (+$448,000)64%
Size:2,504 sqft vs avg 2,138 sqft91%
Price/sqft:$1.6K vs avg $1.8K32%
More Insights
Built in 1963 (62 years old).
Condition: Built in 1963 and owned by the original family, this home shows signs of being lovingly maintained but has not undergone significant modern renovations. The kitchen features dated honey oak cabinets, older white/black appliances, and vinyl flooring. Bathrooms are also very dated with original-era tiles, vanities, and fixtures. While functional and clean, the property requires substantial cosmetic updates, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms, to meet current aesthetic and functional standards. The presence of dated green carpeting further reinforces the need for modernization, placing it firmly in the 'fair' condition category.
Year Built
1963
Close
-
List price
$4M
Original List price
$4M
Price/Sqft
$1,597
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82022636
Home ConditionFair
Features
Patio
ViewNeighborhood
About this home
Welcome home to this spacious and lovingly maintained single-level Gest Ranch home. This 4-bedroom, 2 full baths plus 2-1/2 baths semi-custom home has been proudly owned by the original family since it was built in 1966. At slightly over 2,500 s.f., the expansive floor plan features generous living areas, including a formal living room, dining room, and a large family room that opens to the backyard, - ideal for entertaining and everyday living. The separate bedroom wing features 4 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths. At almost 9000 square feet, the private yard with mature landscaping and covered patio provides year round outdoor entertainment spaces. School aged children would attend schools within the highly desirable Los Altos School district. 1849 Fordham Way is located just minutes from Blossom Valley Shopping Center, Rancho Shopping Center, Cuesta Park, El Camino Hospital, the YMCA, Downtown Los Altos and Downtown Mountain View.
Nearby schools
8/10
Springer Elementary School
Public,•K-6•0.2mi
7/10
Benjamin Bubb Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
8/10
Frank L. Huff Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
8/10
Almond Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.2mi
9/10
Oak Avenue Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.4mi
7/10
Gabriela Mistral Elementary
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
10/10
Georgina P. Blach Junior High School
Public,•7-8•0.6mi
6/10
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.9mi
8/10
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
Public,•7-8•2.3mi
8/10
Los Altos High School
Public,•9-12•1.4mi
8/10
Mountain View High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
Condition Rating
Fair
Built in 1963 and owned by the original family, this home shows signs of being lovingly maintained but has not undergone significant modern renovations. The kitchen features dated honey oak cabinets, older white/black appliances, and vinyl flooring. Bathrooms are also very dated with original-era tiles, vanities, and fixtures. While functional and clean, the property requires substantial cosmetic updates, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms, to meet current aesthetic and functional standards. The presence of dated green carpeting further reinforces the need for modernization, placing it firmly in the 'fair' condition category.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Exceptional Location & School Access: Prime Mountain View location offering access to the highly desirable Los Altos School District and close proximity to shopping centers, parks, hospitals, and downtown areas.
Expansive Single-Level Floor Plan: A spacious 2,504 sqft single-level Gest Ranch home with generous living areas, including formal living/dining rooms and a large family room, ideal for comfortable family living and entertaining.
Large Private Outdoor Space: Nearly 9,000 sqft private lot featuring mature landscaping and a covered patio, providing significant potential for year-round outdoor entertainment and relaxation.
Long-Term Ownership & Maintenance: Proudly owned by the original family since its construction in 1966, suggesting a history of loving maintenance and care.
Abundant Bathrooms: Features 4 bedrooms with a generous 4.5 bathrooms (2 full plus 2-1/2 baths), offering excellent convenience and functionality for a family home.
Cons
Dated Construction & Systems: Built in 1963/1966, the property likely retains original systems and finishes that may require substantial modernization to meet contemporary buyer expectations and energy efficiency standards.
Premium Price Point: The list price of $3.998 million positions the property in a high-end luxury market, which naturally narrows the pool of prospective buyers.
Potential for Significant Renovation Costs: Given its age and original ownership, buyers should anticipate potential costs for aesthetic and functional upgrades to personalize and modernize the home to current tastes.