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15253 Montalvo Rd, Saratoga, CA, 95070

5beds
6baths
5,490sqft
$12,800,000
$2,332price/sqft
$79,226/moest. monthly cost
$3,169,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

This stunning mansion is located in Saratoga's most prestigious Montalvo neighborhood, and has just completed a beautiful interior remodel.. Wrought iron gates and granite cobblestone driveway welcome you to this one-of-a-kind masterpiece on almost one acre. The French limestone balustrades and dormer windows overlook exquisite landscaped gardens. The home features high-quality custom finishes, including gorgeous new Taj Mahal counter tops, solid walnut woodwork, new lighting and artisan-crafted fireplaces. Grand formal rooms are complemented by a gourmet kitchen featuring a limited edition Viking range, quaint dining nook, grand family room, and office/library. Five bedrooms on two levels include two suites upstairs, including the luxurious primary suite with fireplace, newly customized walk-in closet, and spa-like bath. A detached ADU features leaded glass windows, built-in cabinetry, fireplace, kitchen and full bath. Below features a full gym. Exceptional grounds feature a pool and spa, sports court, two outdoor kitchens, two fireplaces, pizza oven, a vast level lawn perfect for large outdoor gatherings or possible SB9, an architectural gazebo, and a redwood grove. Minutes to Villa Montalvo Arts Center, Saratoga Village, and top-rated Saratoga schools.

Getting Around

10
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
1
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
9/10
Redwood Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.4 mi
10/10
Saratoga High SchoolGrades 9-121.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2010

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Slate

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: French
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Double Oven,Built In Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Wine Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
  • Laundry features: Upper Floor,Inside,In Utility Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished

Bathroom

  • Features: DoubleSinks, Granite, Marble, ShowerandTub, StallShower, Stone, Tub, FullonGroundFloor, HalfonGroundFloor

Bedroom

  • Features: WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 6
  • Full bathrooms: 5
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: BreakfastRoom, DiningBar, FormalDiningRoom

Family Room

  • Features: SeparateFamilyRoom

Features

  • High Ceilings,One Or More Skylights,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Open Beam Ceiling,Walk-In Closet(s),Security Gate
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Stone,Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 5
  • Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas,Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Outside

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central Forced Air,Central Forced Air Gas,Fireplace(s),2 plus Zones
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,490
  • Total interior livable area: 5,490 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Countertop_Granite, IslandwithSink, Pantry

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 51718026
  • Zoning: R140
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: Pool Cover,In Ground,Pool/Spa Combo
  • Patio & porch: Enclosed
  • Exterior features: Gazebo,Fire Pit,Gray Water System
  • Spa features: Other,Pool/SpaCombo
  • Fencing: Perimeter,Gate
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Hills

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.94 Acres
  • Features: Mostly Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 8
  • Parking features: Attached,Drive Through,Garage Door Opener,Off Street,Oversized
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeVery High
  • Wildfire
    WildfireRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Wildfire
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Landslide

FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Clara County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
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Straight Line Winds
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $64,723$776,676
Home Insurance *$803$9,636
Property Taxes $12,523$150,276
Electricity $1,177$14,127
Total$79,226$950,712
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$2,716,320/yr
40% on housing$2,376,780/yr
45% on housing$2,112,693/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$2,332This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 95070$1,344
Santa Clara County$789

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 95070$1,601
Santa Clara County$1,052

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2025-10-31Listed for sale$12,800,000
2013-12-24Sold$1,965,500
2005-05-24Sold$2,845,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentKirsten Trapani
BrokerageChristie's International Real Estate Sereno

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