145 Laurel Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Willows NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,154,000 - $5,033,077
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,340
Sq Ft
$1,799/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
- Laurel Elementary School Rated A
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Den
About This Home
As of May 2015Old world charm meets modern living in a wonderfully blended architectural gem in the heart of the Willows neighborhood. With approx. 2340 sq ft of living space in the main residence & 345+/- sq ft in the guest house, this updated home offers an open & easy floorplan. Walls of glass open to the rear yard complete with tree house, outdoor kitchen, gas firepit, play house and garden areas creating a wonderful outdoor living space w/ drought tolerant landscaping throughout the property. Not to be missed!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ellen Ashley
Compass License #01364212 Listed on: 05/02/2015
Last Buyer's Agent
R. Brendan Leary
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #00640599
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $47,942
Year Built
- Built in 1935
Lot Details
- Level Lot
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R10008
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Raised Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,340 Sq Ft Home
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Separate Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Wood Flooring
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Fire Pit
- Shed
- Barbecue Area
Additional Homes
- 345 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Radiant Heating System
- Tankless Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 062-351-130
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 25, 2023
Sold by
Rapaka Venkat and Rapaka Neelima I
Bought by
Rapaka Akkannapragada Family Trust and Rapaka
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 14, 2020
Sold by
Rapaka Venkatrao and Akkannapragada Neelima I
Bought by
Rapaka Venkatrao and Akkannapragada Neelima I
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,235,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2015
Closed on
May 14, 2015
Sold by
Matheny John and Plamondon Lyne
Bought by
Rapaka Venkat and Akkannapragada Neelima I
Seller's Agent
Ellen Ashley
Compass
Buyer's Agent
R. Brendan Leary
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$3,301,000
Premium/Discount to List
$706,000
27.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.65%
Original Mortgage
$2,475,750
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 20, 2002
Sold by
Draganic Zarko
Bought by
Matheny John and Plamondon Lyne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 7, 1996
Sold by
Heuckroth Brian A and Heuckroth Deborah S
Bought by
Draganic Zarko
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$564,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapaka Akkannapragada Family Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Rapaka Venkatrao | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Rapaka Venkat | $3,301,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Matheny John | $1,200,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Draganic Zarko | $705,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Rapaka Venkatrao | $2,200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rapaka Venkatrao | $2,235,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rapaka Venkat | $2,475,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Matheny John | $826,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matheny John | $850,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matheny John | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matheny John | $900,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Draganic Zarko | $564,000 | |
| Closed | Matheny John | $180,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2015 05/22/15 | Sold | $3,301,000 | +27.2% | $1,411 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2015 05/07/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/02/2015 05/02/15 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | -21.4% | $1,109 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2015 05/02/15 | Off Market | $3,301,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2015 05/01/15 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | -- | $1,109 / 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 | $47,942 | $4,042,400 | $1,906,622 | $2,135,778 |
| 2022 | $45,807 | $3,963,139 | $1,869,238 | $2,093,901 |
| 2021 | $44,961 | $3,885,432 | $1,832,587 | $2,052,845 |
| 2020 | $44,295 | $3,804,594 | $1,813,797 | $1,990,797 |
| 2019 | $43,430 | $3,705,466 | $1,778,233 | $1,927,233 |
| 2018 | $40,771 | $3,486,732 | $1,743,366 | $1,743,366 |
| 2017 | $40,184 | $3,418,366 | $1,709,183 | $1,709,183 |
| 2016 | $39,209 | $3,351,340 | $1,675,670 | $1,675,670 |
| 2015 | $19,173 | $1,546,807 | $737,510 | $809,297 |
| 2014 | $18,827 | $1,516,509 | $723,064 | $793,445 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2015
Ellen Ashley
Compass
13 Total Sales
-
Lynn Wilson Roberts
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Lynn Wilson Roberts
Compass
(650) 255-6987
71 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2015
R. Brendan Leary
Sereno Group
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81462923
APN: 062-351-130
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