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$8,495,000
Active
0 Beds·0 Baths·15,162 sqft·30,155 sqft lot·Built 1974
280 W California Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Listed 87 days ago · | MLS# ML82054816
$560/sqft
280 W California Ave is a home in Sunnyvale 94086 with 15,162 square feet of living space, built in 1974. It is listed at $8,495,000, or $560 per square foot.
Est. $53,190/moP&I $44,079 · Tax $8,849 · Insurance $262 · HOA $0Assumes 20% down ($1,699,000) at 6.75% · Contact Timothy for a lender referralAegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use a property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
123Active in Sunnyvale
8Median DOM, Sep
$1,251Median $/SqFt, 2026
106.5%Sale-to-List, Sep
1.9 moInventory
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Why This Home Stands Out
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15,162 sqft
Built in 1974.
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About 280 W California Ave
El Portal Apartments is a well-situated 25-unit value-add asset located on 280 W California Ave in the city of Sunnyvale, California. Situated on a large 30,155 square foot parcel of land, the subject property was originally constructed in 1974, featuring a gross building area of approximately 15,162 square feet. Tenants enjoy beautifully designed, spacious two-bedroom, one-bedroom, and studio floor plans. El Portal Apartments also offers tenants convenient amenities such as private parking and on-site laundry. El Portal Apartments is strategically situated in Sunnyvales vibrant Heritage District. This highly walkable neighborhood offers tenants immediate access to a dynamic mix of restaurants, retail, entertainment, and the Sunnyvale Caltrain Station, supporting both a high quality of life and strong renter demand. The subject property also benefits from proximity to major tech employers, excellent schools, and key transportation corridors, positioning it as an ideal investment for long-term growth and stable occupancy in one of the Bay Areas most desirable submarkets. The investment appeal of this asset is driven by Sunnyvales strong employment fundamentals and low vacancy levels.
MLS ID #ML82054816, Robert Johnston. Listing provided by Marcus & Millichap · MLSListings Inc.
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Property Details for 280 W California Ave
Overview
- Property Type
- FiveOrMoreUnits
- Year Built
- 1974
- Bathrooms
- 0 Full
- Living Area
- 15,162 sqft
- Lot Size
- 30,155 sqft (0.69 acres)
- Price/sqft
- $560
- Status
- Active
Interior
- Heating
- Wall furnace
- Cooling
- None
Exterior and Parking
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Concrete slab
- Zoning
- R4 pd
Community and HOA
- Utilities
- Water public
- County
- Santa Clara
- City
- Sunnyvale
- ZIP Code
- 94086
Schools
- School District
- Sunnyvale
- Sunnyvale Schools
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Listing
- MLS Number
- ML82054816
- Listed
- July 20, 2026
- Days on Market
- 87
- Listing Agent
- Robert Johnston
- Listing Brokerage
- Marcus & Millichap
- Data Verified
- October 15, 2026
Source: MLSListings Inc. School attendance boundaries are set by the district and can change; verify directly with the district.
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Location
280 W California Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 · Santa Clara County
Market Context
Price Positioning
$ Sale-to-list: Sunnyvale sales closed at 106.5% of list price in September 2026.
⏲ Velocity: City median 8 days (September 2026). This home: 87 days.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Timothy Alston, Broker, DRE# 01328224.
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Listed at $8,495,000 ($560/sqft).
Listed July 20, 2026. That is 87 days on market as of October 15, 2026. The Sunnyvale median was 8 days on market in September 2026.
Est. $53,190/mo with 20% down ($1,699,000) at 6.75%. That is principal and interest $44,079, property tax $8,849 and insurance $262. The assumptions and lender disclosure are with the payment estimate at the top of this page.
There are 123 active listings in Sunnyvale. Sunnyvale sales closed at 106.5% of list price in September 2026.
Yes. As of October 15, 2026, 280 W California Ave is an active listing at $8,495,000.
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