136 Buckthorn Way Menlo Park, CA 94025
Lindenwood NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,119,000 - $2,429,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,990
Sq Ft
$1,165/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Two Way Fireplace
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Encinal Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
About This Home
As of December 2021PRIVATE, DETACHED END UNIT | Located along the border of prestigious Atherton, this detached end unit presents a sought-after setting within blocks of Downtown Menlo Park. Featuring its own backyard, the home also offers towering ceilings, a two-sided fireplace, and spacious indoor-outdoor layout. Large gathering areas flow into the rear patio, perfect for entertaining, and the bright kitchen includes a casual dining area, desk, granite finishes, and garden window. Upstairs await a convenient laundry and well-appointed bedrooms, including a primary suite with oversized walk-in closet and marble bath with jetted tub. Must-have amenities include glamorous lighting fixtures, casement windows, wide-plank wood floors, and recessed lights throughout. Stroll to Holbrook-Palmer Park! Within moments of downtown shopping and dining, the Farmers Market, and outstanding schools like Encinal Elementary, Hillview Middle, and Menlo-Atherton High (buyer to verify).
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,698
Year Built
- 1997
Lot Details
- 2,422 Sq Ft Lot
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
HOA Fees
- $400 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,990 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Two Way Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Neighborhood Views
- Laundry on upper level
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- Association fees include exterior painting, fencing, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, maintenance - road, reserves, roof
- Buckthorn Park Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 4, 2021
Closed on
Dec 10, 2021
Sold by
Liu Hanqing
Bought by
Harihar Suhas and Kaur Ritinder
Seller's Agent
Julie Tsai Law
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Allen Lai
Keller Williams Palo Alto
List Price
$2,198,000
Sold Price
$2,088,888
Premium/Discount to List
-$109,112
-4.96%
Total Days on Market
13
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
$230,178
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.07%
Original Mortgage
$1,671,110
Outstanding Balance
$1,541,044
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$778,558
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 3, 2015
Sold by
Relinque Jose Luis
Bought by
Liu Hanqing
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$780,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 26, 2005
Sold by
Relinque Jessica
Bought by
Relinque Jose Luis
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,000
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 25, 2005
Sold by
Dykes Susanna
Bought by
Relinque Jose Luis
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,000
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 25, 2005
Sold by
Smith Leila F
Bought by
Smith Leila F
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 1997
Sold by
10-18 Buckthorn Partners Lp
Bought by
Smith Leila F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$319,000
Interest Rate
7.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 1997
Sold by
10-18 Buckthorn Partners Lp
Bought by
Quintana Bertha C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$319,000
Interest Rate
7.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 11, 1997
Sold by
Smith Thomas Mcginn
Bought by
Smith Leila F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$319,000
Interest Rate
7.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 22, 1996
Sold by
Jorgenson John D and Jorgenson Shirley D
Bought by
10-18 Buckthorn Partners Lp
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,933,000
Interest Rate
8.37%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1994
Sold by
Drunna Properties Inc
Bought by
Jorgenson John D and Jorgenson Shirley D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,800
Interest Rate
8.5%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harihar Suhas | $2,089,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Liu Hanqing | $1,500,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Relinque Jose Luis | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Relinque Jose Luis | $870,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Smith Leila F | -- | -- | |
| Smith Leila F | $499,000 | North American Title Insuran | |
| Quintana Bertha C | $529,000 | North American Title Insuran | |
| Smith Leila F | -- | North American Title Insuran | |
| 10-18 Buckthorn Partners Lp | -- | -- | |
| Jorgenson John D | $270,000 | North American Title Company | |
| Jorgenson John D | $288,500 | North American Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Harihar Suhas | $1,671,110 | |
| Previous Owner | Liu Hanqing | $780,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Relinque Jose Luis | $87,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Relinque Jose Luis | $87,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Relinque Jose Luis | $696,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Leila F | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Leila F | $300,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Kolker Richard A | $85,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Leila F | $319,000 | |
| Previous Owner | 10-18 Buckthorn Partners Lp | $1,933,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Jorgenson John D | $230,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Jorgenson John D | $216,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2021 12/16/21 | Sold | $2,088,888 | -5.0% | $1,050 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2021 11/18/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/04/2021 11/04/21 | For Sale | $2,198,000 | -- | $1,105 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $23,698 | $2,042,000 | $1,021,000 | $1,021,000 |
| 2022 | $25,499 | $2,089,000 | $1,044,500 | $1,044,500 |
| 2021 | $20,685 | $1,665,478 | $832,739 | $832,739 |
| 2020 | $20,547 | $1,648,402 | $824,201 | $824,201 |
| 2019 | $20,254 | $1,616,082 | $808,041 | $808,041 |
| 2018 | $19,735 | $1,584,396 | $792,198 | $792,198 |
| 2017 | $19,413 | $1,553,330 | $776,665 | $776,665 |
| 2016 | $18,842 | $1,522,874 | $761,437 | $761,437 |
| 2015 | $13,230 | $1,009,028 | $504,514 | $504,514 |
| 2014 | $12,970 | $989,264 | $494,632 | $494,632 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie Tsai Law
Seller's Agent in 2021
Julie Tsai Law
Compass
(650) 799-8888
1 in this area
131 Total Sales
-
Allen Lai
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Allen Lai
Keller Williams Palo Alto
(650) 618-9988
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81869211
APN: 113-730-060
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