{"id":15532,"date":"2015-01-19T10:06:17","date_gmt":"2015-01-19T14:06:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.propertyshark.com\/Real-Estate-Reports\/?p=15532"},"modified":"2025-07-10T09:20:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T06:20:32","slug":"silicon-valleys-most-expensive-home-sales-in-2014","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertyshark.com\/Real-Estate-Reports\/2015\/01\/19\/silicon-valleys-most-expensive-home-sales-in-2014\/","title":{"rendered":"Silicon Valley\u2019s Top 10 Most Expensive Homes Sold in 2014"},"content":{"rendered":"

Supported by favorable demographics, limited inventory and a steady job growth, Silicon Valley remains one of the hottest housing markets in the Bay Area.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The revival of the tech sector has resulted in a strong residential sector\u00a0with home prices in the heart of Silicon Valley reaching for the stars once more. According to a recent report released by PropertyShark<\/a>, last year\u2019s top 10 residential transactions in Santa Clara County consists of single-family homes with sale prices ranging from $8 million to $19 million.<\/p>\n

Los Altos holds strongly to its reputation as one of the priciest housing markets in the country, with a median home price of about $2.2M. Palo Alto follows closely with a $2M median price recorded in 2014.<\/p>\n

In Santa Clara County in 2014 the median price of single-family homes \u2013 the middle price of the entire range of sale prices \u2013 was $684K, up 9% from 2013 when the median price was $620K.<\/p>\n

The Lowell House<\/strong> at 215 Lowell Avenue in Palo Alto<\/a> topped last year\u2019s residential sales charts with a $19.9M price tag. Located in one of the city\u2019s most prestigious neighborhoods, Old Palo Alto, the landmark estate has a rich history that dates back almost 100 years. The property covers 7,222 square feet and has 17 rooms. Lot size is 36,694 square feet, according to PropertyShark data. Amenities include a swimming pool and spa, a sports court, and lots of carefully landscaped green space.<\/p>\n

The runner-up is Maple Leaf Estate<\/strong>, a unique property nestling in the beautiful hills of Los Altos with incredible bay views. Located at 13115 Maple Leaf Court<\/a>, the property was built in 1900 and is spread over 11 acres. Among the many perks, Maple Leaf Estate features state-of-the-art equestrian facilities, including a picturesque 13,000 square foot barn, caretaker quarters, riding ring, pastures, and more. It sold for $16.3M in 2014.<\/p>\n

435 Coleridge<\/strong><\/a>, a superb property that mixes old-style charm with top-notch amenities, traded for $15M and occupies the 3rd position in our top 10 residential sales list. The 5-bedroom house has been designed for California-style indoor \u2013 outdoor living and enjoyment, according to listing agent Dreyfus Sotheby\u2019s International Realty, and includes lush landscaping, outdoor dining areas, and a pool house.<\/p>\n

Here is the complete list of Silicon Valley\u2019s top 10 most expensive homes sold in 2014<\/strong>. Click on an address for detailed property information.<\/p>\n