NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1281 Orange Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025

Central Menlo Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,595,000 - $5,118,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,800 Sq Ft
$1,732/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 24, 2014

Last sale price $3,050,000 $1,089 Per Sq Ft

Est. 59% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $28,943/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Las Lomitas Elementary School Rated A+
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of January 2014

This New Constructed Modern Style Luxury Passive Home represents today's highest energy standard. Included are energy efficient appliances, fixtures and windows. Gourmet State of the Art Kitchen. One Large Master Suite downstairs. Mud Room. Pantry. Office. It has high efficiency framing, HRV, high performance windows and insulation, SIPS roof and solar power system. Las Lomitas Schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gail Rossetti

Rossetti Realty License #01179344 Listed on: 01/06/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Billy McNair

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01343603

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $42,053

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Modern Architecture
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Floor Insulation
  • Composition Roof
  • Foam Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Double Pane Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Open Floorplan
  • Den
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • ENERGY STAR/CFL/LED Lights
  • No or Low VOC Paint or Finish

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • Water Treatment System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 074-053-020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$42,053

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Modern / High Tech, Contemporary
  • Sale Price Per Sq Ft: 1089.29
  • Level Street Main: 2 or more Primary Suites, Bedroom(s)
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2800
  • Builder Architect: Clarum
  • Map Book Page: 790
  • Map Side Coordinate: 6
  • Map Top Coordinate: D
  • Thomas Bros Page: 790
  • Thomas Brothers: D6
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Starter, Yes
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room, Dining "L", Dining Area in Family Room, Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Pantry, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Microwave, Ovens - 2+, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Built-In
  • Living Sq Ft: 2800
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Fire System - Sprinkler
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: In Laundry Room, 220 Volt Outlet
  • Flooring: Carpet - Wall to Wall, Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Utility Room, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Storage
  • Maximum Bathrooms: 4
  • Minimum Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Tubs - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Tub in Primary Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Pool Description: Pool - No
  • Roof: Composition, Foam
  • View: Local/Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Patio(s), Sprinkler(s) - Front, Sprinkler(s) - Rear, Drought Tolerant Plants, BBQ Area, Fenced
  • Exterior: Wood, Stucco
  • Construction Type: Low VOC Finishes, Reclaimed Materials

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, Electric Car Hookup

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer in Street, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Double Pane Windows(s), High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 074-053-020
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 981.79
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6250.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Max Search: 6250.00
  • Lot Size Area Min Search: 6250.00
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6250.00
  • Map Book: Thomas Bros

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Walls Insulated, Insulation - Floor, Caulked/Sealed, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star HVAC, Energy Star Windows/ Doors, Energy Star Lighting, Insulated Water Heater, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Weather Stripped Door(s), Double Pane Windows, Skylight, Thermostat Controller, Tankless Water Heater, Ceiling Fan(s)

Multi Family

  • Maximum Building Height: 2
  • Minimum Building Height: 2

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Las Lomitas Elementary
  • Middle School Text: La Entrada Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2014
Closed on
Jan 21, 2014
Sold by
Lane Clarum Hansen
Bought by
Jabal Kimberly A
Seller's Agent
Gail Rossetti
Rossetti Realty
Buyer's Agent
Billy McNair
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,749,000
Sold Price
$3,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$301,000
10.95%
Current Estimated Value
$4,850,498

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,800,498
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.02%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 20, 2012
Closed on
Nov 21, 2012
Sold by
Smith Arthur F and Smith Cheryl D
Bought by
Lane Clarum Hansen
Seller's Agent
Gail Rossetti
Rossetti Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gail Rossetti
Rossetti Realty
List Price
$1,099,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
140.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2000
Sold by
Slightam Smith Cheryl D
Bought by
Smith Arthur F and Smith Cheryl D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
8.06%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Jabal Kimberly A $3,050,000 Old Republic Title Com-Pa
Lane Clarum Hansen $1,100,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Smith Arthur F -- Financial Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Smith Arthur F $190,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/24/2014 01/24/14 Sold $3,050,000 +10.9% $1,089 / Sq Ft
01/17/2014 01/17/14 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2014 01/06/14 For Sale $2,749,000 +149.9% $982 / Sq Ft
11/27/2012 11/27/12 Sold $1,100,000 +0.1% $753 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/20/2012 11/20/12 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2012 11/20/12 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $753 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $42,053 $3,738,868 $1,869,434 $1,869,434
2023 $42,053 $3,593,686 $1,796,843 $1,796,843
2022 $40,241 $3,523,222 $1,761,611 $1,761,611
2021 $39,609 $3,454,140 $1,727,070 $1,727,070
2020 $38,731 $3,418,724 $1,709,362 $1,709,362
2019 $39,914 $3,351,692 $1,675,846 $1,675,846
2018 $37,993 $3,285,974 $1,642,987 $1,642,987
2017 $36,717 $3,221,544 $1,610,772 $1,610,772
2016 $36,443 $3,158,378 $1,579,189 $1,579,189
2015 $35,745 $3,110,938 $1,555,469 $1,555,469
2014 $23,772 $2,004,540 $1,004,540 $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gail Rossetti

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Gail Rossetti

    Rossetti Realty

    (650) 854-4100

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Gail Rossetti
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  • Billy McNair

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Billy McNair

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (650) 862-3266

    26 in this area

    128 Total Sales

    Billy McNair
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81400300

MLSListings

APN: 074-053-020

California San Mateo County Menlo Park 94025 Central Menlo Park

1281 Orange Ave, Menlo Park, CA

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