Exceptional dual-living opportunity in highly desirable South Los Altos! This unique property offers incredible versatility with a main single-story residence featuring a 3-car garage, plus a completely separate living unit above the garage. Perfect for multi-generational families, au pair accommodations, home office retreat, or rental income potential. Unbeatable location just minutes from Downtown Los Altos' boutique shops and acclaimed dining, plus convenient access to Rancho Shopping Center, Peet's Coffee, and the beloved Draeger's Market. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Heritage Oaks Park, Cuesta Park, and the renowned hiking trails at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the exclusive Los Altos Golf & Country Club nearby. Excellent schools include top-rated Springer Elementary, Blach Intermediate, and Mountain View High School (buyer to verify enrollment). Commuter's dream with seamless access to Foothill Expressway and major highways 280/85 for Silicon Valley connectivity. Don't miss this rare find combining prime location, flexible living options, and Los Altos prestige!
Sold for $4,305,000
$4,305,000
781 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
5beds
3,044sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1948
10,626 Square Feet Lot
$4,253,300 Zestimate®
$1,414/sqft
$6,297 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,253,300
$3.91M - $4.64M
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alex Wang 01351503 650-800-8840,
Rainmaker Real Estate 650-898-7246
Bought with:
Yao Li, 02234683
Rainmaker Real Estate
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82022721
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,044
- Total interior livable area: 3,044 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Lot
- Size: 10,626 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 18920008
- Zoning: R110
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Los Altos
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,414/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,236,635
- Annual tax amount: $28,015
- Date on market: 9/24/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/10/2026 | Listing removed | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Sold | $4,305,000+2.5%$1,414/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Pending sale | $4,198,000$1,379/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Price change | $4,198,000-10.5%$1,379/sqft |
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| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,688,000+185.5%$1,540/sqft |
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| 3/16/2005 | Sold | $1,642,000+82.4%$539/sqft |
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| 12/28/1999 | Sold | $900,000+16.3%$296/sqft |
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| 10/22/1999 | Sold | $774,000$254/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,015 +4.5% | $2,236,635 +2% |
| 2024 | $26,814 +1.7% | $2,192,781 +2% |
| 2023 | $26,353 +1.2% | $2,149,786 +2% |
| 2022 | $26,032 -1.3% | $2,107,634 +2% |
| 2021 | $26,363 -0.5% | $2,066,309 +1% |
| 2020 | $26,501 | $2,045,123 +2% |
| 2019 | $26,501 +7% | $2,005,023 +2% |
| 2018 | $24,759 | $1,965,710 +2% |
| 2017 | $24,759 +4% | $1,927,168 +2% |
| 2016 | $23,797 +3.5% | $1,889,381 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $23,001 +1.1% | $1,861,002 +2% |
| 2014 | $22,759 | $1,824,549 +7.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,696,300 +6.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,589,000 -11.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,786,488 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,773,138 +5% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,688,400 -3.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,742,502 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,708,336 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,674,840 +68.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $992,375 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $972,917 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $955,087 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $936,360 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $918,000 |
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Neighborhood: 94024
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Springer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Georgina P. Blach Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Mountain View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: SpringerElementary
- Middle: GeorginaPBlachIntermediate
- High: MountainViewHigh_1
- District: LosAltosElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Santa Clara County
- Los Altos
- 94024
- 781 Covington Rd
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