55 Serrano Dr

Atherton, CA 94027

$8,600,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
3,945 Sq. Ft.
$2,180 / Sq. Ft.
3,945
Sq. Ft.
$2,180
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This stately Monterey Colonial home, circa 1935, showcases timeless architectural details of the era on a private, nearly one-acre lot where majestic redwood trees frame the serene setting. Originally designed by renowned architect Gardner Dailey and with landscaping by Thomas Church & Jack Stafford, the property offers abundant potential. Options include moving in and enjoying the enchanting vintage character today, renovating to suit personal tastes, or exploring opportunities to build new. Interior...This stately Monterey Colonial home, circa 1935, showcases timeless architectural details of the era on a private, nearly one-acre lot where majestic redwood trees frame the serene setting. Originally designed by renowned architect Gardner Dailey and with landscaping by Thomas Church & Jack Stafford, the property offers abundant potential. Options include moving in and enjoying the enchanting vintage character today, renovating to suit personal tastes, or exploring opportunities to build new. Interior features showcase hardwood floors & crown moldings in some rooms, towering windows & French doors that bathe the interiors in natural light. Formal living & dining rooms, vintage bar area, bright kitchen with casual dining area, & a flexible room with en suite bath ideal for a family room/bedroom. Grounds are equally inviting, featuring a sparkling pool, expansive covered & open patios perfect for entertaining, & lush lawn areas with raised vegetable beds. Two-car garage with adjoining workshop & laundry area, plus a carport & partial basement are also featured. With its blend of privacy, charm, and opportunity, this home offers a rare combination in a highly desirable location.
  1. Listed by Hugh Cornish • DRE #00912143 • Brokerage DRE #01908304 • Coldwell Banker Realty • 650-619-6461

Property Details for 55 Serrano Drive

MLS City Name
ATHERTON
Building Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
2
Cross Street
Robleda Drive
LISTING UPDATED: 06/20/2025 12:55 PM

Property Details for 55 Serrano Drive

StatusSold
MLS #ML82001326
Days on Compass8
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1935
Lot Size0.81 AC / 35,087 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Hugh Cornish, DRE #00912143

Sold By Compass, Mike Plotkowski, DRE #01222798; Compass, Yulia Mitchell, DRE #01918621

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Building Information for 55 Serrano Drive

Stories2Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.81 AC / 35,087 SF

Payment Calculator

$45,448 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$45,059

Property Taxes

$389

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 Serrano Drive

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room, Utility Room
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Showers over Tubs - 2+
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Built-In, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 6
Features
  • Amenities: Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Living Room, Other
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Laundry: Dryer, Outside, Washer
  • Living SqFt: 3945
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Type: Pool - In Ground
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Carport
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: El Camino to Alameda
  • Roof: Shake
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 55
  • Street Name: Serrano
  • Street Suffix: Drive
  • Area ID: 291
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 3945
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 90
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R1001A
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 059-283-120
  • County Name: San Mateo
  • City Name: ATHERTON
  • City Postal ID: 3
  • Postal Code: 94027
  • Elementary School District: 935
  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .81
  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto

Property History for 55 Serrano Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82001326

$8,600,000
Jun 16, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82001326

$8,600,000
Apr 15, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82001326

Apr 15, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82001326

Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82001326

$7,995,000
Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82001326

$7,995,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82001326

$8,600,000
06/16/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82001326

$8,600,000
04/15/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82001326

04/15/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82001326

04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82001326

$7,995,000
04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82001326

$7,995,000

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

Public Records for 55 Serrano Drive

Taxable ValueLand$110,296Additions$209,341Total$319,637
Tax Record2024$4,665 ($389 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Total Finished SqFt3,990 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,990 SqFtStories2Lot Size35,087 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935ZoningR1001ACountySAN MATEOAPN059-283-120

Schools near 55 Serrano Drive

This home is within Redwood City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Garfield Elementary School
PublicK to 8

John F. Kennedy Middle School
Public6 to 8

Menlo-Atherton High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Hugh Cornish, DRE #00912143

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