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A rare expression of Old World Spanish architecture awaits on approximately 3.13 private acres in Portola Valley. Built in 1963, this distinctive adobe residence offers approximately 5,040 square feet, five bedrooms, and three-and-a-half baths, with a sense of character seldom encountered in Silicon Valley. Original architectural details, richly textured adobe and brickwork, and a Spanish tile roof evoke the warmth of a secluded Mediterranean retreat. Generous living and gathering spaces, a formal dining room, fireplaces, and an expansive upper-level wraparound deck create opportunities to enjoy the homes remarkable setting. Multiple patios overlook natural surroundings, while mature landscaping and generous grounds offer privacy, tranquility, and room to envision the next chapter. Preserved in largely original condition, the home invites a discerning buyer to celebrate its authentic craftsmanship or undertake a considered restoration. Located in the Portola Valley school district, this is a compelling opportunity to own a substantial estate property where land, architecture, and peaceful surroundings take center stage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
3.13 acresLot Size
$992Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Wen Guo RE Wen Guo RE Group•DRE #70010161• KW Advisors
Vista Verde, located between Alpine Road and Portola Road, is a hillside and residential Portola Valley neighborhood with winding lanes and broad ridge views. The area reads as quiet and rural, with long driveways, oak-studded lots, and a mix of mid-century and contemporary homes set back from the road. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Portola Road & Alpine Road junction, where a small-town cluster of coffee, local dining, and everyday errands sets the tone. Community pillars include Rossotti’s Alpine Inn, the Portola Valley Town Center, and the Portola Valley Theatre. Trailheads and open-space edges shape daily rhythms, with equestrian routes and shaded walks threading into the hills. Evenings feel low-key, with dark skies and the soundscape of wind in the trees.
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Market insights
10 Joaquin Rd · $4,999,999
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 14 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
106.6%
Most homes are selling 7% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$4,999,999
Median sale price in this area is $2,040,000. (59% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
11% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
High ceilings
Wet bar
Formal dining room
Kitchen and family room combination
Fireplaces in the family room and living room, including a wood-burning fireplace
Utility room
Workshop
Bedrooms
Primary suite/retreat
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Shower-over-tub
Stall showers
Multiple tubs
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Self-cleaning oven
Built-in oven range
220V outlet
Heating & cooling
Baseboard and gas heating
Exterior features
Balcony/patio
Barbecue area
Spa/hot tub
Home design
Spanish architectural style
Two stories
Parking
Attached two-car garage
Off-street parking
Construction
Brick construction
Slab foundation
Tile roof
Utilities
Public utilities
Public water
Septic tank
Electricity and solar
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A rare expression of Old World Spanish architecture awaits on approximately 3.13 private acres in Portola Valley. Built in 1963, this distinctive adobe residence offers approximately 5,040 square feet, five bedrooms, and three-and-a-half baths, with a sense of character seldom encountered in Silicon Valley. Original architectural details, richly textured adobe and brickwork, and a Spanish tile roof evoke the warmth of a secluded Mediterranean retreat. Generous living and gathering spaces, a formal dining room, fireplaces, and an expansive upper-level wraparound deck create opportunities to enjoy the homes remarkable setting. Multiple patios overlook natural surroundings, while mature landscaping and generous grounds offer privacy, tranquility, and room to envision the next chapter. Preserved in largely original condition, the home invites a discerning buyer to celebrate its authentic craftsmanship or undertake a considered restoration. Located in the Portola Valley school district, this is a compelling opportunity to own a substantial estate property where land, architecture, and peaceful surroundings take center stage.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML89826716
Sep 10, 2026
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML89905645
Apr 22, 1999
Sold
$1,299,000
$258/sq ft
Apr 22, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Mar 4, 1999
Sold
$1,299,000
$258/sq ft
Feb 8, 1999
Listed
$1,299,000
$258/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 8, 1977
Sold
$230,000
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,543 (+1.1%)
$1,038,588 + $1,038,588
$2,077,176
2024
$22,299 (+1.5%)
$1,018,224 + $1,018,224
$2,036,448
2023
$21,975 (+2.8%)
$998,259 + $998,259
$1,996,518
2022
$21,374 (+1.3%)
$978,686 + $978,686
$1,957,372
2021
$21,097
$959,497 + $959,497
$1,918,994
2020
$21,078 (+1.1%)
$940,684 + $940,684
$1,881,368
2019
$20,855 (+5.1%)
$931,039 + $931,039
$1,862,078
2018
$19,840 (+1.2%)
$912,784 + $912,784
$1,825,568
2017
$19,610 (+1.8%)
$877,341 + $877,341
$1,754,682
2016
$19,264 (+0.7%)
$877,341 + $877,341
$1,754,682
2015
$19,135 (+2.5%)
$860,139 + $860,139
$1,720,278
2014
$18,676 (+3.2%)
$830,624 + $830,624
$1,661,248
2012
$18,104 (+1.8%)
$826,871 + $826,871
$1,653,742
2011
$17,786 (+1.4%)
$810,658 + $810,658
$1,621,316
2010
$17,538 (+1.1%)
$794,763 + $794,763
$1,589,526
2009
$17,347 (+1.8%)
$788,824 + $788,824
$1,577,648
2008
$17,045
$790,698 + $790,698
$1,581,396
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.13 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,040
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
5,040
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
080130220
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portola Valley, CA • 94028
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
26/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
4.2 hrs
0.9 hr
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 10 Joaquin Rd
$5,015,959
$16K over list price of $5.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $4.6M to $7.3M.