Immerse in history and nature at 70 De Sabla in San Mateo Park, an authentic Japanese teahouse and garden from the late 1880s. Crafted by Henry Pike Bowie and designed by Makoto Hagiwara. The private sanctuary boasts 500+ plant species, a tranquil koi pond, and a 400-year-old Japanese sandstone bridge. Inside, features 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Living spaces frame the garden, leading to the grand upstairs primary bedroom suite and a large lower-level bedroom. A private guest studio above the garage adds the third bedroom and bath plus versatility. 70 De Sabla is a true trophy property, where history and tranquility converge.
Sold for $4,250,000
$4,250,000
70 De Sabla Rd, San Mateo, CA 94402
3beds
3,030sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1915
0.53 Acres Lot
$5,128,100 Zestimate®
$1,403/sqft
$7,985 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,128,100
$4.31M - $6.05M
$7,985/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 05, 2023 at 01:56am
Listed by:
Phil Chen 01715177 415-271-1920,
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno 650-844-7373
Bought with:
Cindy Lo, 02011100
Sequoia Real Estate
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81943908
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, ShowerandTub, SolidSurface
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_SolidSurfceCorian
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built In Oven, Washer/Dryer
Features
- One Or More Skylights, Open Beam Ceiling
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,030
- Total interior livable area: 3,030 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Other
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 032412340
- Zoning: R10006
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Raised, Crawl Space
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Mateo
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/5/2023 | Sold | $4,250,000$1,403/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81943908 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2023 | Pending sale | $4,250,000$1,403/sqft |
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| 11/17/2023 | Price change | $4,250,000-8.6%$1,403/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81943908 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,650,000-7%$1,535/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81943908 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2015 | Listing removed | $4,998,000$1,650/sqft |
Source: Venture Sotheby's Intl Rlty #40715155 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,994 +25.8% | $732,000 +14.7% |
| 2024 | $8,739 -51.3% | $638,000 -9.1% |
| 2023 | $17,960 -1.7% | $702,000 -19.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Baywood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10San Mateo Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Borel Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10San Mateo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SanMateoFosterCityElementary
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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Estimated market value
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