279 Covington Road

Los Altos , CA 94024

MLS#: ML81983863

$5,995,000

Status: Closed
Listing number: ML81983863
Listing provided by: Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 8 months ago
On site: 10 months ago
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Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

3

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1957

Sq.Footage

2,948

A mid-century treasure on the most coveted block of Covington Road. This exceptional opportunity spans approximately 0.6 acres with majestic redwoods, oaks, and sunswept open space. The circa 1957 all-shingled home has been well-maintained and is ready to move in today while plans for the future unfold. Vintage character abounds with natural brick and barn wood accents, hardwood floors, and a crisp, neutral palette throughout. Formal living and dining rooms plus bright and light kitchen and adjoining family room. Primary bedroom suite preceded by a large office, second bedroom suite, plus two bedrooms, one with direct access to the hall bath. There is also a spacious redwood barn with secondary driveway access, ideal for a car collector or future ADU. Just one mile from the Los Altos Village and with access to top-rated Los Altos schools, this is a rare opportunity in a premier location.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Whole House Fan

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Parking

    Carport

  • Pool

    No

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.6336

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

Price

  • Sales Price

    $5,995,000

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 948

  • Price/SqFt

    $2,033

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    Other

  • Middle School

    Other

  • High School

    Los Altos

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

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A mid-century treasure on the most coveted block of Covington Road. This exceptional opportunity spans approximately 0.6 acres with majestic redwoods, oaks, and sunswept open space. The circa 1957 all-shingled home has been well-maintained and is ready to move in today while plans for the future unfold. Vintage character abounds with natural brick and barn wood accents, hardwood floors, and a crisp, neutral palette throughout. Formal living and dining rooms plus bright and light kitchen and adjoining family room. Primary bedroom suite preceded by a large office, second bedroom suite, plus two bedrooms, one with direct access to the hall bath. There is also a spacious redwood barn with secondary driveway access, ideal for a car collector or future ADU. Just one mile from the Los Altos Village and with access to top-rated Los Altos schools, this is a rare opportunity in a premier location.

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