Seller's Agent in 2025
Lori Buecheler
Compass
(650) 387-2716
3 in this area
60 Total Sales
1052 Fife Ave Palo Alto, CA 94301
Crescent Park Neighborhood
6
Beds
6.5
Baths
4,005
Sq Ft
0.27
Acres
Highlights
- Two Primary Bedrooms
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Post and Beam
- Addison Elementary School Rated A+
- Jetted Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2025Privately nestled on a serene flag lot in coveted Crescent Park, this sleek 6-bedroom, 6.5-bath modern home offers over 4,005 sf of luxury single level living on more than a quarter acre. Inside the home, soaring ceilings, wide-plank European oak floors, and high-end finishes define the open layout. The living and dining area features a custom marble fireplace and opens to the rear terrace through Fleetwood doors. A stunning chefs kitchen, boasts custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, premium Wolf, Miele, and Sub-Zero appliances, and a skylit design. The kitchen and family room also feature an entertainment bar, wine fridges, and a quartzite fireplace. Five of the six bedrooms are en suite, including a private guest suite with its own entrance and kitchenette. The luxurious primary suite offers a custom walk-in closet, spa-inspired marble bath, and access to the backyard terrace. Outdoor living includes a sleek rear terrace with black stone accents, modern railings, and a built-in BBQ under skylights. Located just over half a mile from University Avenue and within the top-rated Addison Elementary, Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High school zones (buyer to verify), this home delivers elegance, flexibility, and a prime Palo Alto location.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $98,331
Year Built
- Built in 2021
Lot Details
- 0.27 Acre Lot
- Gated Home
- Flag Lot
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Post and Beam
- Modern Architecture
- Reinforced Concrete Foundation
- Floor Insulation
- Metal Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,005 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- High Ceiling
- Whole House Fan
- Skylights
- Double Pane Windows
- Formal Entry
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Double Master Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Low Flow Toliet
- Jetted Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Dryer
Basement
- Sealed Crawl Space
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Fire Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Heat Pump System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Fiber Optics Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 003-25-047
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2025
Closed on
Apr 29, 2025
Sold by
Sun Link Trust and Lin Qingqing
Bought by
Tulip Facilities Llc
Seller's Agent
Lori Buecheler
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Michael Dreyfus
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$8,500,000
Sold Price
$8,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
$225,000
2.65%
Views
29
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$91,579
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.56%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2022
Sold by
Qingqing Lin Living Trust
Bought by
Sun Link Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2021
Sold by
Lin Qingqing
Bought by
Lin Qingqing and The Qingqing Len Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2021
Sold by
Oak Bay Development Llc
Bought by
Lin Qingqing
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 18, 2019
Sold by
Oak Bay Development Llc and Oak Bay Developments Llc
Bought by
Oak Bay Development Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.69%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 2017
Sold by
Kato Toshiko and Yoshimura Margaret Miyoko Kato
Bought by
Oak Bay Developments Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2000
Sold by
Kato Toshiko Trustee
Bought by
Akutagawa Jane Masako Kato
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 13, 1995
Sold by
Kato Toshiko
Bought by
Kato Toshiko and Kato Jane Masako
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $8,725,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $7,880,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $3,400,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $4,500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | -- | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/09/2025 05/09/25 | Sold | $8,725,000 | +2.6% | $2,179 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | For Sale | $8,500,000 | -- | $2,122 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $98,331 | $8,529,564 | $5,282,268 | $3,247,296 |
| 2024 | $98,331 | $8,362,319 | $5,178,695 | $3,183,624 |
| 2023 | $96,900 | $8,198,352 | $5,077,152 | $3,121,200 |
| 2022 | $93,851 | $8,037,600 | $4,977,600 | $3,060,000 |
| 2021 | $78,451 | $6,580,004 | $3,574,004 | $3,006,000 |
| 2020 | $44,303 | $3,753,357 | $3,537,357 | $216,000 |
| 2019 | $41,310 | $3,467,998 | $3,467,998 | $0 |
| 2018 | $40,159 | $3,399,999 | $3,399,999 | $0 |
| 2017 | $705 | $61,057 | $46,354 | $14,703 |
| 2016 | $674 | $59,861 | $45,446 | $14,415 |
| 2015 | $683 | $58,963 | $44,764 | $14,199 |
| 2014 | $658 | $57,809 | $43,888 | $13,921 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lori Buecheler
-
Michael Dreyfus
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Michael Dreyfus
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
(650) 847-1141
3 in this area
78 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82004024
APN: 003-25-047
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