241 Polhemus Ave

Atherton, CA 94027

$29,995,000
Price
6
Beds
10,772 Sq. Ft.
$2,785 / Sq. Ft.
10,772
Sq. Ft.
$2,785
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This magnificent Mediterranean Revival estate blends 1922 architectural heritage with modern luxury. Grand-scaled rooms showcase intricate moldings, European fireplaces, herringbone and parquet floors, and Palladian-style arched windows. Spanning 3 levels, the home offers a 10-seat theater, fitness center, library, and billiards room with a pub-style bar. The main residence has 6 bedroom suites including a lavish primary suite with a steam room and couture closet. There is also a wine cellar, 12-car...This magnificent Mediterranean Revival estate blends 1922 architectural heritage with modern luxury. Grand-scaled rooms showcase intricate moldings, European fireplaces, herringbone and parquet floors, and Palladian-style arched windows. Spanning 3 levels, the home offers a 10-seat theater, fitness center, library, and billiards room with a pub-style bar. The main residence has 6 bedroom suites including a lavish primary suite with a steam room and couture closet. There is also a wine cellar, 12-car garage perfect for a collector, plus a guest house with 2 bedrooms and an office. Impeccably maintained 1.45-acre grounds feature a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and heritage trees, all in a premier Atherton location. Excellent Las Lomitas schools.

Listing Agents

  1. Gullixson Team

    Gullixson Team

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #70001879

    gullixson@compass.com

    P: (650)-888-4898

  2. Mary Gullixson

    Mary Gullixson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #70001879

  3. Brent Gullixson

    Brent Gullixson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01329216

Property Details for 241 Polhemus Avenue

MLS City Name
ATHERTON
Building Type
Detached
Style
Mediterranean
Garage Spaces
3
Cross Street
Selby Lane
LISTING UPDATED: 07/20/2025 10:18 AM

Property Details for 241 Polhemus Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #ML81997107
Days on Compass24
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1922
Lot Size1.45 AC / 63,119 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Gullixson Team, DRE #70001879; Compass, Mary Gullixson, DRE #70001879; Compass, Brent Gullixson, DRE #01329216; Compass, Tara Dollinger, DRE #02147788
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Building Information for 241 Polhemus Avenue

Stories3Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size1.45 AC / 63,119 SF

Payment Calculator

$163,779 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$157,156

Property Taxes

$6,623

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 241 Polhemus Avenue

Features
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Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Finished, Den / Study / Office, Media / Home Theater, Office Area, Recreation Room, Storage, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s)
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Marble, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: High Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Family Room, Living Room, Other Location, Outside
  • Fireplaces Min: 5
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone
  • Laundry: Inside, Upper Floor
  • Living SqFt: 10772
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Type: Pool - Cover, Pool - In Ground, Spa - Cover, Spa - In Ground
Utilities
  • Cooling: Multi-Zone
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking
  • Garage Max: 3
  • Garage Min: 3
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: El Camino to Alameda
  • Roof: Flat / Low Pitch, Tile
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 241
  • Street Name: Polhemus
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 291
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 3
  • Structure SqFt: 10772
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 103
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R1001A
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 070-040-080
  • County Name: San Mateo
  • City Name: ATHERTON
  • City Postal ID: 3
  • Postal Code: 94027
  • Elementary School: 651
  • Elementary School District: 930
  • Middle School Text: La Entrada Middle
  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
  • High School Text: Menlo-Atherton High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab, Crawl Space
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.45
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Fenced

Property History for 241 Polhemus Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81997107

$29,995,000
Jul 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81997107

$29,995,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81997107

$29,995,000
07/20/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81997107

$29,995,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 241 Polhemus Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$2,395,159Additions$4,683,966Total$7,079,125
Tax Record2024$79,475 ($6,623 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt11,260 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,980 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,280 SqFtStories2Lot Size63,119 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922ZoningR1001ACountySAN MATEOAPN070-040-080Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 241 Polhemus Avenue

This home is within Las Lomitas Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Las Lomitas Elementary School
PublicK to 3

La Entrada Middle School
Public4 to 8

Menlo-Atherton High School
Public9 to 12

Everest Public High
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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241 Polhemus Avenue is a single family home for sale in Atherton, CA 94027. This property was listed for sale on July 20, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $29,995,000. This listing's school districts are Las Lomitas Elementary School District, Sequoia Union High School District. Nearby schools include Las Lomitas Elementary School, La Entrada Middle School and Menlo-Atherton High School. 241 Polhemus Avenue is a 6-bed, 9-bath, 10,772 sqft single family home built in 1922.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Gullixson Team, DRE #70001879; Compass, Mary Gullixson, DRE #70001879; Compass, Brent Gullixson, DRE #01329216; Compass, Tara Dollinger, DRE #02147788

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