Seller's Agent in 2021
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
48 in this area
776 Total Sales
1336 Emerson St Palo Alto, CA 94301
Old Palo Alto NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $7,125,000 - $7,346,000
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,230
Sq Ft
$2,232/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Skyline View
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Walter Hays Elementary Rated A+
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
About This Home
As of August 2021On an expansive lot of nearly ¼-acre in Old Palo Alto rests this 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home of over 3,200 sf. Outstanding curb appeal w/2 towering cypress trees flanking a brick-lined pathway to the front door. Inside, refinished hardwood floors, millwork, and natural light craft a bright, luxurious ambiance. Highlights include 2 fireplaces, expansive gathering areas, and the chefs kitchen that flows into the family room. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet, jetted tub, and step-in shower. Additional bedrooms include a guest suite, plus one that converts into a den. The sprawling backyard includes patio space and a play structure, while the gated, extended driveway leads to the detached 2-car garage with an adjacent bonus room of 252 sf. Moments to Rinconada Park and Gamble Garden, convenient to University Avenue and Stanford, and within approximately 1 mile to top schools Walter Hays Elementary, Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $79,657
Year Built
- 1987
Lot Details
- 10,001 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Tandem Parking
- Guest Parking
Property Views
- Skyline
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,230 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Den
- Bonus Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Bidet
- Dual Sinks
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Separate Meters
- 220 Volts
- Individual Gas Meter
- Sewer Connection Less Than 500 Feet Away
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 28, 2021
Closed on
Aug 5, 2021
Sold by
Wong Chi C and Wong Patricia
Bought by
Stevens Mark A and Lim Ivy
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lan Bowling
Keller Williams Palo Alto
List Price
$5,988,000
Sold Price
$6,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$262,000
4.38%
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
$959,909
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2016
Sold by
Wong Chi and Wong Patricia
Bought by
Chi & Patricia Wong Trust and Wong Patricia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 29, 2008
Sold by
Byles Mason E and Archibald Linda C
Bought by
Wong Chi and Wong Patricia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 2000
Sold by
Archibald Linda C Trustee and Mason E
Bought by
Byles Mason E and Archibald Linda C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 1997
Sold by
Archibald Linda
Bought by
Byles Mason E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 1997
Sold by
Archibald Linda C
Bought by
Archibald Linda C
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Mark A | $6,250,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Chi & Patricia Wong Trust | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Wong Chi | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Byles Mason E | -- | -- | |
| Byles Mason E | -- | -- | |
| Byles Mason E | -- | First American Title Guarant | |
| Archibald Linda C | -- | -- | |
| Archibald Linda C | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Chi & Patricia Wong Trust | $2,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Chi | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Chi | $610,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Chi | $800,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Chi | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Chi C | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Chi | $460,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Chi | $1,000,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2021 08/12/21 | Sold | $6,250,000 | +4.4% | $1,935 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2021 08/05/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/28/2021 07/28/21 | For Sale | $5,988,000 | -- | $1,854 / 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 | $79,657 | $6,836,202 | $6,155,006 | $681,196 |
| 2024 | $79,657 | $6,702,160 | $6,034,320 | $667,840 |
| 2023 | $76,248 | $6,375,000 | $5,916,000 | $459,000 |
| 2022 | $75,382 | $6,250,000 | $5,800,000 | $450,000 |
| 2021 | $38,794 | $3,185,403 | $2,548,326 | $637,077 |
| 2020 | $37,987 | $3,152,742 | $2,522,197 | $630,545 |
| 2019 | $37,568 | $3,090,925 | $2,472,743 | $618,182 |
| 2018 | $36,528 | $3,030,319 | $2,424,258 | $606,061 |
| 2017 | $35,887 | $2,970,902 | $2,376,724 | $594,178 |
| 2016 | $34,948 | $2,912,650 | $2,330,122 | $582,528 |
| 2015 | $34,610 | $2,868,900 | $2,295,122 | $573,778 |
| 2014 | $33,945 | $2,812,703 | $2,250,164 | $562,539 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Repka
-
Lan Bowling
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Lan Bowling
Keller Williams Palo Alto
(650) 520-3407
15 in this area
102 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81855692
APN: 124-15-008
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