Date
Details
Price
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Source
5/12/2026
Listed
$9,332,000
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Property Description
Japanese inspired design and sweeping mountain and bay views define this thoughtfully crafted hilltop estate. Privately positioned to capture vistas of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Palo Alto hills, and the San Francisco Bay, this home blends natural materials with timeless architectural details. Rich woods, natural stone, and floor to ceiling windows create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection throughout. Authentic design elements, including Shoji screens, wood lattice ceilings, a traditional tokonoma, and materials imported from Japan, bring warmth and character to the home. Professionally designed gardens offer a series of Zen inspired outdoor spaces that complement the surrounding landscape. Built with exceptional attention to detail, the home includes steel rod structural reinforcement, radiant heating, Tesla backup batteries, and comprehensive wiring for security and connectivity. Designed for comfortable single level living, the main floor features the primary suite, family room, offices, and guest bedroom. Conveniently located near private clubs, trail systems, top rated Palo Altos schools, and the shops and dining of Los Altos Village. This custom home has been lovingly cared for by its original owners and is ready for new residents to create lasting memories.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12728 La Cresta Dr
General
- Price: $9,332,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82046828
- Updated: 5/12/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Finished Basement, Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room
- Interior Features: High Ceiling , Security Gate, Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace(s): Gas-Burning, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Half on Ground Floor, Outside Access, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Sunken Tub, Sauna, Stall Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: Gas Cooktop, Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Island, Island with Sink, Microwave, Double Oven, Pantry, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Tub/Sink, Washer / Dryer
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Pool - Gunite, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground, Spa - In Ground, Spa - Jetted, Spa / Hot Tub
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: Fire Sprinkler System
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Attached Garage
Location
- Area: Los Altos Hills
- County: Santa Clara
- Cross Streets: Viscaino Road
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
- Heating Type: Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Custom
- Model: Custom Home
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Tile
- Square Feet: 6,508
- Year Built: 2003
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains
- Minimum Lot Size: 43560
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 43,560
- Zoning: R1
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
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Schools
Schools serving 12728 La Cresta Dr
School District:Palo Alto Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School 1711 Stanford Avenue, Stanford, CA 94305 | K-5 | 2.4 mi |
Ellen Fletcher Middle 655 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Henry M. Gunn High School 780 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
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School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 12728 La Cresta Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 12728 La Cresta Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$76,953
4%
$6,169,311
2%
2024
$73,729
1%
$6,048,345
2%
2023
$72,726
1%
$5,929,751
2%
2022
$72,047
2%
$5,813,482
2%
2021
$70,564
2%
$5,699,493
1%
2020
$69,101
1%
$5,641,053
2%
2019
$68,305
3%
$5,530,445
2%
2018
$66,371
2%
$5,422,006
2%
2017
$65,158
3%
$5,315,693
2%
2016
$63,553
2%
$5,211,465
2%
2015
$62,463
2%
$5,133,185
2%
2014
$61,022
—
$5,032,634
—
2013
$60,869
—
$5,009,890
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