For sale

$5,988,000

285 Escobar Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028

5beds

3,740sqft

$40,617/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1974

2.8 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$1,601/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Set on 2.8 AC, this home offers a peaceful retreat in a coveted setting. Warm, welcoming interiors span more than 3,700 SF across a multi-level floorplan, blending rustic character with an easy livability that harmonizes with the surrounding landscape. A soaring vaulted ceiling elevates the living room anchored by a fireplace and expansive windows framing views that reach toward the Stanford Dish, while the main living spaces also include a formal dining room, granite kitchen with Thermador appliances, a comfortable family room with a fireplace, and a lower-level recreation room. Five bedrooms plus an office provide flexibility and comfort. With nearby access to scenic nature preserves and trailheads, a short drive to the Ladera Country Shopper shopping center and local favorites such as Alpine Inn, this home offers a rare balance of seclusion and convenience, all with access to acclaimed schools including Ormondale and Corte Madera (buyer to verify eligibility).

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Basement, Bonus Room, Laundry, Office

Bedroom

Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat2plus, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor

Bathroom

Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, PrimarySunkenTub, Other, ShowersoverTubs2plus, SolidSurface, StallShower2plus, Tile, FullonGroundFloor, HalfonGroundFloor

Dining room

Features: BreakfastBar, DiningBar, EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom

Family room

Features: SeparateFamilyRoom

Kitchen

Features: Countertop_Granite, Island

Heating

Central Forced Air Gas, Fireplace(s)

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Dryer, Washer
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Tub/Sink, Inside

Features

High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Wet Bar, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Travertine
Basement: Finished
Number of fireplaces: 3
Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,740
Total interior livable area: 3,740 sqft

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Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Parking Area
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
Exterior features: Drought Tolerant Plants
Pool features: In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
Spa features: Pool/SpaCombo
Fencing: Mixed Height Type,Other,Partial Cross
Has view: Yes
View description: Bay, Canyon, Forest/Woods, Hills, Mountain(s)
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Bay

Lot

Size: 2.8 Acres
Features: Hilly

Details

Parcel number: 077081050
Zoning: R1002A
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Contemporary
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Flat, TarGravel

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1974

Utilities & green energy

Gas: PublicUtilities
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Portola Valley

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,601/sqft
Tax assessed value: $374,460
Annual tax amount: $4,023
Date on market: 7/13/2026
Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/13/2026	Listed for sale	$5,988,000$1,601/sqft
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82052826 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,023 +1.1%	$374,460 +2%
2024	$3,978 +1.5%	$367,119 +2%
2023	$3,918 +2.9%	$359,921 +2%
2022	$3,808 +1.4%	$352,865 +2%
2021	$3,756 +0.6%	$345,947 +1%
2020	$3,732 -12.6%	$342,401 +2%
2019	$4,271 +4.5%	$335,688 +2%
2018	$4,087 +1.1%	$329,107 +2%
2017	$4,044 +1.8%	$322,655 +2%
2016	$3,970 +2.8%	$316,329 +1.5%
2015	$3,862	$311,578 +2%
2014	$3,862	$305,475 +0.5%
2013	--	$304,096 +2%
2012	--	$298,135
2011	--	$298,135 +2.8%
2010	--	$290,106 -0.2%
2009	--	$290,796 +2%
2008	--	$285,095 +2%
2007	--	$279,506 +2%
2006	--	$274,026
2005	--	$274,026 +4%
2004	--	$263,386 +1.9%
2003	--	$258,559 +2%
2002	--	$253,490 +2%
2001	--	$248,520 +2%
2000	--	$243,648

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 94028

Getting around

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

8 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

10/10
Ormondale Elementary School
Grades: K-3Distance: 1.3 mi
10/10
Corte Madera School
Grades: 4-8Distance: 2.1 mi
8/10
Woodside High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: OrmondaleElementary
Middle: CorteMaderaElementary
High: WoodsideHigh
District: PortolaValleyElementary

Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.