Landlord's Agent in 2025
Maggie Ma
Keller Williams Palo Alto
(650) 709-5588
2 in this area
24 Total Sales
1520 University Ave Palo Alto, CA 94301
Crescent Park Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
400
Sq Ft
$13,457
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Garden View
- Dining Room
- Heating Available
- Duveneck Elementary School Rated A+
- Washer and Dryer
- 1-Story Property
About This Home
As of February 2025Charming Studio Cottage in Prestigious Crescent Park, Palo Alto: Discover this delightful studio cottage nestled in the backyard of a home off University Ave, located in the highly sought-after Crescent Park neighborhood of Palo Alto. This cozy cottage offers a comfortable living space with a kitchen, a full bathroom, and convenient storage. Enjoy the convenience of a dedicated parking space on the driveway, followed by a walk through a charming garden pathway leading to the cottage. The main studio room features a sliding door that fills the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Laundry facilities are shared with the owner in the main house. Enjoy the unbeatable location with easy access to Highway 101 and a quick commute to Stanford University. A short stroll takes you to vibrant Downtown Palo Alto on University Ave, offering an array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
Property Details
Property Type
- Other
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,128
Year Built
- 1938
Lot Details
- 0.31
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
Interior Spaces
- 400 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Dining Room
- Garden Views
- Gas Cooktop
- Washer and Dryer
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Heating Available
Community Details
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $5,000
- Property Available on 12/1/24
- Rent includes electricity, gas, heat, sewer, trash removal, water
- 6-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 2016
Sold by
Almond Richard
Bought by
Almond Richard
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 2015
Sold by
Almond Richard J and Almond Barbara R
Bought by
Richard J Almond & Barbara R Almond Trus and Almond Barbara
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almond Richard | -- | None Available | |
| Richard J Almond & Barbara R Almond Trus | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Almond Richard J | $100,000 | |
| Closed | Almond Richard J | $450,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2025 02/06/25 | Rented | $2,650 | +12.8% | -- |
| 01/26/2025 01/26/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/01/2024 12/01/24 | For Rent | $2,350 | -- | -- |
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 | $13,128 | $1,058,899 | $536,901 | $521,998 |
| 2024 | $13,128 | $1,038,137 | $526,374 | $511,763 |
| 2023 | $12,931 | $1,017,782 | $516,053 | $501,729 |
| 2022 | $12,774 | $997,827 | $505,935 | $491,892 |
| 2021 | $12,520 | $978,263 | $496,015 | $482,248 |
| 2020 | $12,272 | $968,233 | $490,929 | $477,304 |
| 2019 | $12,132 | $949,249 | $481,303 | $467,946 |
| 2018 | $11,810 | $930,637 | $471,866 | $458,771 |
| 2017 | $11,600 | $912,390 | $462,614 | $449,776 |
| 2016 | $11,291 | $894,501 | $453,544 | $440,957 |
| 2015 | $11,176 | $881,066 | $446,732 | $434,334 |
| 2014 | $10,889 | $863,808 | $437,982 | $425,826 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Maggie Ma
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81987643
APN: 003-08-041
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