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Property Description
Mid-century modern diamond in the rough. Unlock the full potential of this 4-bedroom, 2-bath mid-century modern gem nestled in the desirable Ladera neighborhood. Set on a private and spacious corner lot with mature landscaping, this home is brimming with opportunity for the savvy buyer to renovate and restore its original charm or build your dream home from the ground up. Convenient to the Ladera Shopper, Ladera Rec, school bus stop, Stanford 3.5 miles, easy access to Silicon Valley, commute routes & mid-way between SFO & SJC International airports. This is your chance to create your dream home in one of the Peninsula's most sought-after communities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 291 La Mesa Dr
General
- Sold For: $2,500,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82016089
- Added to Site: 173 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: High Ceiling
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Full on Ground Floor, Showers over Tubs (2 or More), Tub in Primary Bedroom, 2 Tubs or More
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Other Rooms
- Family Room: No Family Room
- Kitchen: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
Additional Information
- Pool Description: Community Facility
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: Security Alarm
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Carport , Covered Parking
Location
- Area: Ladera
- County: San Mateo
- Complex: Ladera
- Cross Streets: Gabarda
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Telecomm.: Cable TV
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Detached, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Slab
- Roof: Foam
- Square Feet: 1,660
- Year Built: 1951
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2157
- Minimum Lot Size: 9397
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,397
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Fenced
- Zoning: R10010
- Lot Description: Grade Slopes Up
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood
Disclosures and Reports
- Restrictions: Park Rental Restrictions
Listed by Intero Real Estate Services, Rebecca & Karen
Sold by Ntero, Sonia Maiello
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Schools
Schools serving 291 La Mesa Dr
School Districts:Las Lomitas Elementary School District, Sequoia Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
La Entrada Middle School 2200 Sharon Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025 | 4-8 | 2 mi |
Las Lomitas Elementary School 299 Alameda de las Pulgas, Atherton, CA 94027 | K-3 | 2.8 mi |
Menlo-Atherton High School 555 Midfield Rd., Atherton, CA 94025 | 9-12 | 4.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 291 La Mesa Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/02/2025
Sold
$2,500,000
-3.47%
MLS
9/08/2025
Price Reduced
$2,590,000
-6.83%
MLS
8/15/2025
Price Reduced
$2,780,000
-5.76%
MLS
7/28/2025
Listed
$2,950,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
291 La Mesa Dr, Portola Valley, CA 94028 (MLS# ML82016089) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,500,000 on October 02, 2025. Want to learn more about 291 La Mesa Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portola Valley? You can browse all Portola Valley real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

