Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $1,922,000 on Apr 6, 2012

1285 RICHARDSON AVE

LOS ALTOS, CA 94024
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,103 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Listing

Rented$13,000/mo
Listing photo 1
Single Family Residence
Type
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,134 ft²
Living Area
12,632 ft²
Lot
Jul 31, 2024
Rented

Stunning single-level home built in 2011 on a spacious 0.35-acre lot. This meticulously maintained property offers 3,134 sqft of living space, featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Enjoy a Spacious Welcoming Living Room with a gas fireplace, a Stunning Chef's Kitchen with professional VIKING appliances, granite counters, and a bar. Relax in the Family Room with views of the rear garden overlooking the landscaping and two private patios. Entertain friends and family in the TV room with a 75" flat screen and a custom-built home theater surround sound system. Invite them to stay at your In-Law/Guest Quarters with a private entrance to the master bedroom, including a full bathroom & walk-in closet. Rest in your Master Suite, with an En Suite bathroom and Walk-in closets. Feeling Outdoorsy? Get creative and use the raised bed gardens to grow your plants & flowers. Need to work from home? Appreciate the Private Custom-Made Office. Thre's a 3-car garage with extra storage, a Tesla charger & Tesla Solar panels for lower utilities. Owner covers gardener services/renter is responsible for other utilities (electricity & gas, water, garbage, and internet). Top Los Altos and Cupertino schools, parks, and Silicon Valley tech hubs. Option to rent it furnished: $14,000/month.

Courtesy of Keller Williams Palo Alto
Listed by Helene Gsell
BridgeMLS · MLS# ML81971662 · Listed Jul 1, 2024
Listing History
  1. Rented$13,000/moJul 31, 2024
  2. Listed for rent$13,000/moJul 1, 2024

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,922,000 · Apr 6, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$29,473 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$2,462,411 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,846,812
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$615,599
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,414,129

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.32
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
40
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySANTA CLARA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(13)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Montclaire Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Cupertino Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Homestead High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Fremont Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94024These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.35
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.505

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,374
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$257,147
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$366,556
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1285 Richardson Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Santa Clara County

How it measures up in Los Altos 94024

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Los Altos 94024.

Living area3,103 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,537 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 1285 Richardson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral Los AltosLos Altos 94024Santa Clara County
Living areabigger than3,103 ft²75% of homes73% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac72% of homes64% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than195129% of homes16% of homes12% of homes

About 1285 Richardson Ave

When did 1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA last sell?

1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA last sold on Apr 6, 2012 for $1,922,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA?

1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,103 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA built?

1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA?

1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA is assigned to Montclaire Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Cupertino Middle School (middle), rated A; Homestead High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Fremont Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA compare to other homes in Los Altos 94024?

Among the 7,805 homes in Los Altos 94024, it is bigger than 73% of them (3,103 ft² against a typical 2,537 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1951 against a typical 1959). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1285 Richardson Ave, Los Altos, CA was $29,473. The county assessed it at $2,462,411.

More homes on Richardson Ave

Closest homes

More homes in Los Altos 94024

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 1285 Richardson Ave on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map