NOT LISTED FOR SALE

145 Laurel Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025

The Willows Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,949,000 - $5,603,246

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,340 Sq Ft
$2,022/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 22, 2015

Last sale price $3,301,000 $1,411 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $29,545 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Laurel Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of May 2015

Old 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

Compass

Co-Listed By

Lynn Wilson Roberts

Compass License #01814885

Last Buyer's Agent

Brendan Leary

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #00640599

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

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

  • Guest House
  • 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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1935

Lot Details

10,716 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Second Res Apx Sq Ft: 345
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2340
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Zoning Description: R10008
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning
  • Dining Room: Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2340
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Guest House
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Pillars / Posts / Piers, Raised
  • Roof: Tile
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fire Pit, Low Maintenance, Outdoor Kitchen, Storage Shed / Structure

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Gate / Door Opener

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas, Radiant
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 062-351-130
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 10752.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 10752.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Skylight, Tankless Water Heater

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$4,730,312

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

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
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ellen Ashley
Compass
Buyer's Agent
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
3.30%
Original Mortgage
$2,475,750
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

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
Bought by

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%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
-- Lawyers Title Company
$3,301,000 Old Republic Title Company
$1,200,000 First American Title Co
$705,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $2,235,000
Previous Owner $2,475,750
Previous Owner $900,000
Previous Owner $564,000
Closed $180,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
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

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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 $47,942 $4,205,711 $1,983,649 $2,222,062
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

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Ellen Ashley

    Compass

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  • Lynn Wilson Roberts

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Lynn Wilson Roberts

    Compass

    (650) 255-6987

    68 Total Sales

    Lynn Wilson Roberts
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Brendan Leary

    Sereno Group

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81462923

MLSListings

APN: 062-351-130

California San Mateo County Menlo Park 94025 The Willows

145 Laurel Ave, Menlo Park, CA

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