A distinguished, turnkey mid-Peninsula residence offering sweeping 180° views from every level. This 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home encompasses generous living space, thoughtfully designed for both gracious entertaining and tranquil family living. Featuring elegant finishes, abundant natural light, and spacious rooms, highlights include a spectacular primary suite, custom wine cellar, dual-oven kitchen with island and pantry, and four fireplaces. The home is supported by premium systems throughout. Nestled above the heart of San Carlos, you are just moments from downtowns vibrant shops and dining, with easy access to Silicon Valley, SFO, and San Francisco. Located within top-rated schools Arundel Elementary, Tierra Linda Middle, and Carlmont High, this home redefines extraordinary living.
Sold for $3,900,000
$3,900,000
70 Ensenada Rd, San Carlos, CA 94070
5beds
5,145sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1990
8,795 Square Feet Lot
$3,914,800 Zestimate®
$758/sqft
$8,304 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,914,800
$3.56M - $4.31M
$8,304/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 22, 2025 at 06:56am
Listed by:
Jenn Gilson 01889172 650-642-6957,
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty 650-375-5200
Bought with:
Robert R. Bredel, 01493564
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82019125
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, PrimarySuiteRetreat2plus, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: ShowerandTub, Stone, Tile, Tub, TubinPrimaryBedroom, UpdatedBaths, OversizedTub
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, DiningBar, EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, Hookups_Gas, Island, Pantry
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Built In Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Tub/Sink, Inside, In Utility Room
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other Location
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,145
- Total interior livable area: 5,145 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Fencing: Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 8,795 sqft
- Features: Hillside
Details
- Parcel number: 045292060
- Zoning: R10006
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier, Reinforced Concrete
- Roof: Concrete, Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Carlos
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Sold | $3,900,000$758/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82019125 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Pending sale | $3,900,000$758/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82019125 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,900,000+437.9%$758/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82019125 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2021 | Sold | $725,000$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2019 | Listing removed | $13,888$3/sqft |
Source: Green Banker Realty #ML81748707 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,454 +1% | $1,126,878 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,314 +3.9% | $1,104,784 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,782 +2.3% | $1,083,122 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94070
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Arundel Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Tierra Linda Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Carlmont High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SanCarlosElementary
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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