781 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024
SOLD
JAN 5, 2026

$4,281,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,044 sqft

781 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024

Est. Refi. Payment $26,926/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 5, 2026 for $4,305,000 (3% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$4.28M
Since last month
Increased$22K (+0.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$234K (-5.2%)
Since last sale
Decreased$26K (-0.6%)
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 +55% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$4.28M
August 2026$4.28M
July 2026$4.26M
June 2026$4.26M
May 2026$4.32M
April 2026$4.3M
March 2026$4.27M
February 2026$4.27M
January 2026$4.29M
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
941 Seena Ave, Los Altos, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$6,500,000
10/06/25
5
3.5
3,095
905 Spencer Way, Los Altos, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$4,370,000
12/03/25
4
2.5
1,880
943 Castilleja Ct, Los Altos, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$5,450,000
05/27/26
5
3
3,238
1887 Walnut Dr, Mountain View, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$4,550,000
11/10/25
4
3
2,139
915 Berry Ave, Los Altos, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$4,100,000
02/18/26
4
3
2,159
965 S Springer Rd, Los Altos, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$3,800,000
08/04/26
3
2.5
1,710
747 Alvina Ct, Los Altos, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$4,850,000
07/08/26
4
2
2,287

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
966 Seena Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.04
$4,256,500
3
2
1,452
Off Market
941 Seena Ave, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.09
$6,443,000
5
3.5
3,095
Off Market
940 Golden Way, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.11
$4,374,100
3
2
1,664
Off Market
905 Spencer Way, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.12
$4,370,000
4
2.5
1,880
Recently Sold
779 Edge Ln, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.15
$4,966,100
3
2
2,284
Off Market
775 Edge Ln, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.15
$6,206,200
4
4.5
3,411
Off Market
1141 Lincoln Dr, Mountain View, CA 94040
0.12
$4,250,000
3
2
2,329
Recently Sold
1035 Golden Way, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.14
$4,927,300
4
2
2,106
Off Market
743 Edge Ln, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.17
$7,800,000
3
2
1,626
Recently Sold
1110 Golden Way, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.17
$5,998,100
4
4
3,119
Off Market
737 Edge Ln, Los Altos, CA 94024
0.18
$4,641,700
4
2
2,000
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 781 Covington Rd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1948
3,044 sqft
$1,414/sqft
3 Car Garage

About this House

Exceptional dual-living opportunity in highly desirable South Los Altos! This unique property offers incredible versatility with a main single-story residence featuring a 3-car garage, plus a completely separate living unit above the garage. Perfect for multi-generational families, au pair accommodations, home office retreat, or rental income potential. Unbeatable location just minutes from Downtown Los Altos' boutique shops and acclaimed dining, plus convenient access to Rancho Shopping Center, Peet's Coffee, and the beloved Draeger's Market. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Heritage Oaks Park, Cuesta Park, and the renowned hiking trails at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the exclusive Los Altos Golf & Country Club nearby. Excellent schools include top-rated Springer Elementary, Blach Intermediate, and Mountain View High School (buyer to verify enrollment). Commuter's dream with seamless access to Foothill Expressway and major highways 280/85 for Silicon Valley connectivity. Don't miss this rare find combining prime location, flexible living options, and Los Altos prestige!
781 Covington Rd, Los Altos, CA 94024 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,044 sqft single-family home built in 1948. It last sold for $4,305,000 on Jan 5, 2026 (3% above the $4,198,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $3,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 10, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $4,281,700.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Alex Wang 01351503, (650) 800-8840
Rainmaker Real Estate, (650) 898-7246
Bought with: Yao Li 02234683, (650) 680-3831, Rainmaker Real Estate, (650) 898-7246
Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML82022721

Home Details for 781 Covington Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3044 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
Gas & Electric
Gas: PublicUtilities

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFoundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 18920008

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $4,198,000Price Per Sqft: $1,414/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: LosAltos
School Information
Elementary School: SpringerElementaryElementary School District: LosAltosElementaryJr High / Middle School: GeorginaPBlachIntermediateHigh School: MountainViewHigh_1High School District: MountainViewLosAltosUnionHighWalk Score: 50

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3044

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10626 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSell

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: ML82022721

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 10, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,500
Jan 8, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,500
Jan 5, 2026
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82022721
Sold
$4,305,000
Dec 12, 2025
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82022721
Pending
$4,198,000
Dec 2, 2025
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82022721
PriceChange
$4,198,000
Price decreased by 10%

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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    "You have to be mobile with your own transport. The public transport is almost non existent. Fremont ave can can be a pain at times"
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    "Green and beautiful! No street lights or sidewalks and my mailbox is down a quaint lane. Close to multiple coffe shops and grocery stores. "
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  • Marianne Griffiths
    "Farmers Market Wine Festival Art Festival Holiday Lights parade Friday Night Live Music St Patrick’s Day Beer Crawl "
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  • August
    "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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  • Reinhardt Q.
    "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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  • Eugenetamo
    "Drive mostly in order to visit from place to place — better and arguably easier to have a car. Would say that it feels very suburban."
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  • Dr. M. H. D.
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  • Keshav N.
    "Summertime art and wine festival, holiday events, library, In community center contribute to the special feel of Los Altos"
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  • Erica H.
    "There are many family-friendly events in Los Altos & Mountain View all year round: Rock Back the Clock, Summer Nights, etc. "
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    "Conveniently located, train station 10min drive or 25min bike ride. Close to Sunnyvale, Cupertino, and Mountain View "
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  • Viviane S.
    "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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  • Craig A.
    "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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  • Deborah A.
    "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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  • Isabelle J.
    "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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    "Fourth of July block parties, friendly neighbors, Art and Wine Festival, Festival of Lights Parade, First Fridays down town"
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  • Maggie W.
    "Proximity! Amazing markets, close to Stanford and neighboring Mountain View and Palo Alto, and so much more! Cannot wait for a dog park in Los Altos!!"
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  • Libbieb
    "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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  • Pamharris54
    "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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  • Isabelle J.
    "Lived in this neighborhood for more than 15 years. Great schools, job opportunities, beautiful area, very safe, amazing weather but also expensive! "
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    "I am originally from Paris and have lived in this neighborhood for 17 years. My family and I love it. Now that the kids are going to college we thought of leaving the area because it’s quite expensive but it is also very safe, the weather is amazing and the community is very nice. Plus there’re lots of natural preserves and the sea close by as well as everything you need in the towns and city. Business is booming in the Silicon Valley... makes it tough to leave!"
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    "Well established area with awesome neighbors, and perfect combination of modern and historic architecture. "
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Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2026-09-15 23:13:28 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 781 Covington Rd

  • What is 781 Covington Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 781 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA is $4,281,700.
  • What is the price history for 781 Covington Rd?
    781 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA last sold for $4,305,000 in January 2026.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 781 Covington Rd?
    The lot at 781 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA is about 0.24 acres (10,626 sq ft).
  • Does 781 Covington Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 781 Covington Rd in Los Altos, CA has an attached garage.

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