279 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
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OFF MARKET

$7,109,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,948 sqft (on 0.63 acres)

279 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024

Est. Refi. Payment $44,659/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 8, 2024 for $6,500,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$7.11M
Since last month
Increased$351K (+5.2%)
Since last year
Increased$779K (+12.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$609K (+9.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +131% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$7.11M
August 2026$7.01M
July 2026$6.76M
June 2026$6.56M
May 2026$6.44M
April 2026$6.33M
March 2026$6.23M
February 2026$6.19M
January 2026$6.13M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
540 Shelby Ln, Los Altos, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$6,065,000
07/14/26
4
3
3,209
24745 Summerhill Ave, Los Altos, CA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$5,541,500
12/16/25
4
3
3,227
841 Carnation Ct, Los Altos, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$4,620,000
08/06/26
4
2.5
2,129
393 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$9,300,000
04/01/26
3
2
2,102
866 Echo Dr, Los Altos, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$5,401,000
04/10/26
3
3
2,081
893 Madonna Way, Los Altos, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$4,188,000
03/05/26
4
3
2,313
451 S Clark Ave, Los Altos, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$5,850,000
06/11/26
4
2.5
3,445
1025 Border Rd, Los Altos, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$3,412,500
10/02/25
3
3
2,520
807 University Ave, Los Altos, CA
0.29
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$4,150,000
05/01/26
4
2.5
2,408
668 Arboleda Dr, Los Altos, CA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$6,000,000
11/12/25
4
2.5
2,889

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
Address Not Disclosed, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.06
$11,660,000
5
6.5
5,917
Recently Sold
356 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.14
$10,281,200
6
6.5
6,713
Off Market
469 La Prenda Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.14
$4,552,100
3
2
1,452
Off Market
840 Campbell Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.18
$6,800,400
4
3.5
4,048
Off Market
393 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.19
$9,300,000
3
2
2,102
Recently Sold
253 Fremont Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.15
$9,300,000
5
7
4,787
Recently Sold
419 Los Pajaros Ct, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.18
$9,250,000
5
5.5
3,638
Recently Sold
524 Harrington Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.22
$5,089,600
4
3
2,264
Off Market
674 Campbell Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.22
$4,118,400
4
2
1,889
Off Market
867 Campbell Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.25
$5,464,300
4
2
2,854
Off Market
841 Carnation Ct, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.23
$4,620,000
4
2.5
2,129
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
0.63 acre lot
2,948 sqft
$2,412/sqft
2 Carport Spaces

About this House

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.
279 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,948 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for $6,500,000 on Nov 8, 2024 (8% above the $5,995,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2022 with an asking price of $12,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 5, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $7,109,300.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Jennifer Paulson 01221390, (650) 996-7147
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, (650) 947-2900
Bought with: Gregg Ann Herrern 01003487, (415) 203-3007, The Abigail Company, (650) 949-1909
Co-Buyer's Agent: Abby Ahrens 01221390, (650) 303-6773, The Abigail Company, (650) 949-1909
Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML81983863

Home Details for 279 Covington Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2948 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water PublicAppliances: Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Built In Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/DryerDisposalLaundry: Inside,In Utility RoomRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Whole House FanHeating Fuel: Central Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room
Gas & Electric
Gas: PublicUtilities
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: FiberglassPatio / Porch: Balcony/PatioOther Structures: BarnExterior: Back Yard, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure, Fire PitFoundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportNo GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Carport
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 18949040

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $5,995,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: LosAltos
School Information
Elementary School: CovingtonElementaryElementary School District: LosAltosElementaryJr High / Middle School: GeorginaPBlachIntermediateHigh School: LosAltosHigh_1High School District: MountainViewLosAltosUnionHighWalk Score: 35

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2948

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.63 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSellListing Terms: CashorConventionalLoan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: ML81983863

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 8, 2024
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81983863
Sold
$6,500,000
Oct 21, 2024
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81983863
Pending
$5,995,000
Oct 16, 2024
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81983863
Listed For Sale
$5,995,000
Dec 5, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1
ListingRemoved
Nov 16, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 #ML81912107
PriceChange
$9,995
Price decreased by 17%

Market trends in Los Altos

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$4.42M
$108KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$1.86K
$36MoM
Available listings
43
4MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Los Altos

At least 186 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say it's quiet

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 68 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say there are community events

  • 42 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 16 % Say streets are well-lit

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    "This is the ideal neighborhood that is safe, and very much like at the 1950's feel with the charm but updated wonderfully. Grew up here and still the same. Pricey but a place to call home!"
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    "Great place to walk dogs - wide, lightly traveled streets. Many have no sidewalks, making lots of planting areas that make cleanup so much easier. Relatively few lawns. "
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    "My neighborhood sits in an amazing community with great helpful people. The parental engagement at schools is outstanding with so many great and educated volunteers. The best place to live "
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    "The area has great schools, is very safe, and is extremely dog friendly. Neighbors care about each other."
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  • CL
    "Very family friendly, lots of space for kids to play around. Great downtown, also variety of great dining options. Easy access to 101/85/237/280"
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  • ROwens
    "I don’t have to commute very far since I live and work in Los Altos but there is still a lot of traffic on the street. "
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  • Craig A.
    "We have regular block parties where one family provides the main entree and all others bring salads, appetizers and dessert. It’s a very connected neighborhood."
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    "I am an at home mother. Traffic not too bad most of the time except during peak school hours. I ride my bike and walk as. I h as I can but do need my car for bigger shopping trips. "
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    "It’s a great neighborhood to walk your dog. There are few very nice parks in Los Altos, people are very friendly and accepting of dogs. Also, 10 minutes away multiple state parks as well."
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    "There are some families with kids, but also many older families whose kids have moved out. So not as many houses celebrate Halloween, etc. "
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    "I grew up in Los Altos, it’s still a great town, but it’s definitely changed. At times, I wish the pendulum could swing back to when things weren’t so stressful!! When I grew up here, we’d play outdoors and with all our neighbors!! I hardly know our neighbors, I’ve attempted to get to know them, but they pretty much stick to themselves!! "
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Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2026-09-15 13:35:26 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Frequently asked questions about 279 Covington Rd

  • What is 279 Covington Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 279 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA is $7,109,300.
  • What is the price history for 279 Covington Rd?
    279 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA last sold for $6,500,000 in November 2024.
  • Is Los Altos a buyer's or seller's market?
    Los Altos is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Los Altos?
    The median sale price in Los Altos is $4.42M. That is down $108K from the prior month.
  • Does 279 Covington Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 279 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 279 Covington Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 279 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA has laundry facilities.

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