NOT LISTED FOR SALE

145 Walter Hays Dr Palo Alto, CA 94303

Duveneck-Saint Francis Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,876,803 - $4,724,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,498 Sq Ft
$2,807/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 30, 2022

Last sale price $3,960,000 $2,644 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $26,916/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Duveneck Elementary School Rated A+
  • Balcony
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of March 2022

Light and bright Barrett & Hilp on a beautiful tree-lined street in the wonderful Green Gables neighborhood. Eat-in kitchen with oversized windows that shower the charming breakfast area with natural light, dining room, spacious living room with fireplace and direct access to the rear yard, and a primary suite with elegant bathroom with glass enclosed shower. Second hall bathroom with shower over tub, handsome parquet floors, great storage space, fresh paint, and a 2-car attached garage. Gorgeous lush and mature landscaping provides privacy to the rear yard that includes a poured-concrete patio, green lawn and pergola. Fabulous location close to the Main Library, Palo Alto Art Center, Childrens Library, Childrens Jr. Museum & Zoo, parks and excellent schools (Duveneck Elementary, Greene Middle School, Palo Alto High School).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Chancellor

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01174998 Listed on: 02/24/2022

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Sharon Wang

BQ Realty License #02089426

BQ Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $43,505

Year Built

  • 1951

Lot Details

  • 6,573 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,498 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Forced Air Heating System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$43,505

Year Built

1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R1
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Age: 71
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1498
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1951

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Eat In Kitchen
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1498
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood, Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Duveneck Elementary
  • Middle School: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • High School: Palo Alto High
  • High School: 327
  • Elementary School: 311
  • Middle School: 329

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.1509
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6572.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6572.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2022
Closed on
Mar 28, 2022
Sold by
Schwartz Living Trust
Bought by
Li Jiachen and Wu Dongdong
Seller's Agent
Brian Chancellor
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Sharon Wang
BQ Realty
List Price
$3,398,000
Sold Price
$3,960,000
Premium/Discount to List
$562,000
16.54%
Current Estimated Value
$4,204,951

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$244,951
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.53%
Original Mortgage
$2,974,504
Outstanding Balance
$2,817,276
Interest Rate
4.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,346,266

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2016
Sold by
Schwartz Carolyn B
Bought by
The Schwartz Living Trust and Schwartz Carolyn B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2003
Sold by
Schwartz Carolyn B
Bought by
The Schwartz Living Trust and Schwartz Carolyn B
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
Li Jiachen $3,960,000 Chicago Title
The Schwartz Living Trust -- Accommodation
Schwartz Carolyn B -- Chicago Title Company
The Schwartz Living Trust -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Li Jiachen $2,974,504
Previous Owner Schwartz Carolyn B $125,000
Previous Owner Schwartz Carolyn B $132,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/30/2022 03/30/22 Sold $3,960,000 +16.5% $2,644 / Sq Ft
03/03/2022 03/03/22 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2022 02/24/22 For Sale $3,398,000 -- $2,268 / 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
2024 $43,505 $3,625,000 $3,203,900 $421,100
2023 $44,000 $4,039,200 $3,835,200 $204,000
2022 $10,423 $800,413 $387,991 $412,422
2021 $10,216 $784,720 $380,384 $404,336
2020 $10,016 $776,675 $376,484 $400,191
2019 $9,901 $761,447 $369,102 $392,345
2018 $9,642 $746,517 $361,865 $384,652
2017 $9,470 $731,880 $354,770 $377,110
2016 $9,217 $717,530 $347,814 $369,716
2015 $9,121 $706,753 $342,590 $364,163
2014 $8,867 $692,910 $335,880 $357,030
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Brian Chancellor

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Brian Chancellor

    Sereno Group

    (650) 303-5511

    8 in this area

    89 Total Sales

    Brian Chancellor
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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Sharon Wang

    BQ Realty

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81879644

MLSListings

APN: 003-38-021

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94303 Duveneck-Saint Francis

145 Walter Hays Dr, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 145 Walter Hays Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94303 since 24 February 2022 and is currently estimated at $4,204,951, approximately $2,807 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 145 Walter Hays Dr is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Duveneck Elementary School, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Palo Alto High School.

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