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Living room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and walls of glass in Los Altos home

Just Listed in North Los Altos: Timeless Mid-Century Design with Modern Comfort

April 29, 2026/in Real Estate/by Rick & Suzanne Bell
Helping Bay Area homeowners navigate life's next chapter for more than 50 years combined.

Some homes simply have a feeling the moment you walk in—and this North Los Altos residence is one of them.

Thoughtfully designed and beautifully maintained, this custom home blends contemporary comfort with timeless Mid-Century modern inspiration. Originally built in 1960, the architecture is centered around a stunning open-air atrium that creates a private, light-filled oasis at the heart of the home. It is a feature that not only defines the design but also transforms the way the home is lived in every day.

From quiet mornings with coffee to effortless entertaining with friends, the atrium brings natural light, privacy, and seamless indoor-outdoor living into every corner of the property.

A Home Designed Around Light and Connection

Set in highly desirable North Los Altos, the home offers nearly 2,800 square feet of thoughtfully planned living space with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2 half baths.

The elegant living room makes an immediate impression with soaring vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, and a striking fireplace that anchors the space with warmth and character. Natural light pours in throughout the day, creating an inviting atmosphere that feels both open and comfortable.

The spacious dine-in kitchen is designed for both function and gathering, featuring a center island, generous cabinetry, and easy flow into the adjoining family room. A second vaulted ceiling and fireplace make this space equally warm and welcoming for everyday living.

Sliding glass doors from both the kitchen and family room open directly to the central atrium, creating that signature Mid-Century connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Living room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and walls of glass in Los Altos home

Classic Architecture with Everyday Liveability

One of the most distinctive features of this home is its floor plan.

Inspired by the iconic layouts often found in classic Mid-Century homes, the residence wraps gracefully around the atrium—offering architectural interest while also creating privacy, flexibility, and an easy natural flow from room to room.

It is a home that feels open and connected without sacrificing comfort or functionality.

This thoughtful balance is what makes properties like this so special—and so rarely available.

Spacious dine-in kitchen with center island in North Los Altos custom residence

An Ideal North Los Altos Location

Location is everything, and this home delivers.

Ideally situated approximately one mile from downtown Los Altos, the property offers convenient access to top-rated schools, the Los Altos Community Center, the main library, San Antonio Caltrain Station, and the popular San Antonio Center with its shopping and dining options.

It is the perfect combination of quiet residential living with close proximity to everything that makes Los Altos such a sought-after place to call home.

Front exterior of North Los Altos mid-century modern home for sale with landscaped yard

A Rare Opportunity

With its generous scale, distinctive architectural character, and timeless design, this home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy classic Mid-Century style with modern livability in one of Silicon Valley’s most desirable neighborhoods.

We are excited to bring this exceptional property to market and look forward to welcoming its next owners.

Take the video tour to experience the home for yourself—and if you would like more information, feel free to reach out.

Property Details:

Living Space: 2,791 sf
Lot Size: 10,320 sf Lot
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2 full and 2 half baths
Offered at: $4,985,000

Learn More:

PRESS HERE to learn more, view additional photos, a Matterport Tour, and floor plans, visit 195 Pine Lane, Los Altos

About Us:

Rick and Suzanne Bell are real estate agents with over 50+  years of combined experience in real estate home sales.  Serving Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Mountain View, and surrounding Silicon Valley communities, Rick and Suzanne bring a diverse and unique skill set to assist clients with marketing their homes.

Rick’s background in both commercial and residential real estate marketing, coupled with his personal experience in real estate investment and home renovation, empowers Rick’s clients with creative, unique, and practical solutions when preparing and marketing their homes for sale.

Having managed nearly 500 employees as a Nordstrom store manager, Suzanne’s background in leadership, problem-solving & customer service provides a very unique skill set in addressing the challenges often faced during a modern real estate transaction.

Learn more about Rick and Suzanne (HERE).

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Rick Bell and Suzanne Bell are real estate salespeople licensed by the state of California affiliated with Compass. Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. License Number 01527235. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate. If your property is currently listed for sale this is not a solicitation.
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