495 University Avenue

Los Altos, CA 94022

$4,995,000
Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,113 Sq. Ft.
$1,605 / Sq. Ft.
3,113
Sq. Ft.
$1,605
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Designed by renowned Arcanum Architecture, this home was completed in 2012 on the most sought-after street in Old Los Altos. Exuding a modern farmhouse design, the home features a standing seam metal roof and awning, cabinetry handmade by Mennonites in upstate New York, and eco-friendly features that include owned solar power, EV charging, and synthetic lawn. The open design is fully oriented to the grounds with retractable stacking glass or French doors connecting to wonderful outdoor spaces on...Designed by renowned Arcanum Architecture, this home was completed in 2012 on the most sought-after street in Old Los Altos. Exuding a modern farmhouse design, the home features a standing seam metal roof and awning, cabinetry handmade by Mennonites in upstate New York, and eco-friendly features that include owned solar power, EV charging, and synthetic lawn. The open design is fully oriented to the grounds with retractable stacking glass or French doors connecting to wonderful outdoor spaces on three sides. There is a dedicated office, 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, plus a large recreation room with patio and staircase to the rear grounds. A detached 1-car garage, with rear alley access, is currently designed as a home gym. Raised vegetable beds, an awning-covered dining terrace, plus built-in barbecue center completes the setting. Plus, this home is just down the street from Shoup Park and blocks to the Village.

Listing Agent

  1. Kathy Bridgman

    Kathy Bridgman

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01189798

Property Details for 495 University Avenue

MLS City Name
LOS ALTOS
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
1
Cross Street
Sherman St.

Location

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Property Details for 495 University Avenue

StatusPending ( Do Not Show )
MLS #ML81965575
Days on Compass16
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built2011
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
CountySanta Clara County

Location

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Building Information for 495 University Avenue

Stories2Year Built2011Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Payment Calculator

$29,896 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$27,260

Property Taxes

$2,636

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 495 University Avenue

Features
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Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Basement - Finished, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Great Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Office Area, Storage, Utility Room, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Dual Flush Toilet, Half on Ground Floor, Marble, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Bedrooms: More than One Primary Bedroom, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Marble, Countertop - Stone, Dishwasher, Dual Fuel, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Floor Drain, High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet
  • Communications: Audio / Video Prewired, Cable TV, Networked, TV Antenna
  • Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Insulation - Floor, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Solar Power, Tankless Water Heater, Thermostat Controller, Walls Insulated
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Gas Hookup, Inside
  • Living SqFt: 3113
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm, Fire Escape, Fire System - Sprinkler, Panic Alarm, Secured Garage / Parking, Security Alarm, Security Service
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Multi-Zone
  • Heating: Electric, Fireplace, Heat Pump, Heating - 2+ Zones, Individual Room Controls, Radiant Floors
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters, Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned
  • Water: Individual Water Meter
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Assigned Spaces, Detached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, On Street
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows
  • Area Text: North Los Altos
  • Roof: Composition, Metal
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 495
  • Street Name: University
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 211
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 3113
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 13
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R1
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 175-15-024
  • County Name: Santa Clara
  • City Name: LOS ALTOS
  • City Postal ID: 28
  • Postal Code: 94022
  • Elementary School: 1079
  • Elementary School District: 460
  • Middle School Text: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate
  • High School District Text: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • High School Text: Los Altos High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab, Reinforced Concrete
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .15
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Courtyard, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Fire Pit, Sprinklers - Auto, Storage Shed / Structure

Property History for 495 University Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 495 University Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,414,395Additions$1,207,278Total$2,621,673
Tax Record2023$31,636 ($2,636 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,113 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,113 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2011Year Renovated2012ZoningR1CountySANTA CLARAAPN175-15-024

Schools near 495 University Avenue

This home is within Los Altos Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Gardner Bullis Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Los Altos High School
Public9 to 12

Lasd Virtual
PublicK to 8

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