NOT LISTED FOR SALE

153 Primrose Way Palo Alto, CA 94303

Duveneck-Saint Francis Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,201,000 - $5,121,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,100 Sq Ft
$4,275/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 21, 2015

Last sale price $2,600,000 $2,364 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $28,656/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • Duveneck Elementary School Rated A+
  • Attic
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of January 2015

This charming home is ideally located in the sought-after Green Gables neighborhood. This adorable ranch home is a true "hidden gem" with light & bright floor plan, hdwd floors, dramatic living room with high beamed ceilings and fireplace. Garage converted into office, can be converted back. Located on a picturesque tree-lined street near Duveneck Elementary, Rinconada Park, and the Community Center. Spacious backyard with private garden and fruit trees.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hanna Shacham

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01073658 Listed on: 01/06/2015

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris McDonnell

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00870468

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $44,662

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Shake Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Thermostat
  • 220 Volts
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 003-40-044

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$44,662

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch
  • Age: 76
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1100
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1100
  • Stories: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Office Area
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Foundation Pillars
  • Roof: Shake
  • Yard/Grounds: BBQ Area, Fenced, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Construction Type: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 003-40-044
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6050.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6050.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 29, 2016
Sold by
Xia Zhong Yang
Bought by
New Primrose Llc
Current Estimated Value
$4,702,902

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2015
Closed on
Jan 16, 2015
Sold by
Groziak Michael P and Nicolau Monica
Bought by
Xia Zhong Yang
Seller's Agent
Hanna Shacham
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chris McDonnell
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$2,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$605,000
30.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 1997
Sold by
Fegan Edith H and Fegan William B
Bought by
Groziak Michael P and Nicolau Monica

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
7.16%
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
New Primrose Llc -- None Available
Xia Zhong Yang $2,600,000 Chicago Title Company
Groziak Michael P $600,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Groziak Michael P $480,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/21/2015 01/21/15 Sold $2,600,000 +30.3% $2,364 / Sq Ft
01/16/2015 01/16/15 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2015 01/06/15 For Sale $1,995,000 -- $1,814 / 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
2025 $44,662 $3,790,855 $2,812,325 $978,530
2024 $44,662 $3,716,526 $2,757,182 $959,344
2023 $44,008 $3,643,654 $2,703,120 $940,534
2022 $43,504 $3,572,211 $2,650,118 $922,093
2021 $42,648 $3,502,168 $2,598,155 $904,013
2020 $41,759 $3,466,259 $2,571,515 $894,744
2019 $41,302 $3,398,294 $2,521,094 $877,200
2018 $40,158 $3,331,661 $2,471,661 $860,000
2017 $34,400 $2,837,898 $2,423,198 $414,700
2016 $31,829 $2,639,650 $2,375,685 $263,965
2015 $10,186 $797,144 $704,152 $92,992
2014 $9,916 $781,530 $690,359 $91,171
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Hanna Shacham

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Hanna Shacham

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (650) 752-0767

    1 in this area

    29 Total Sales

    Hanna Shacham
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Chris McDonnell

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81445912

MLSListings

APN: 003-40-044

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94303 Duveneck-Saint Francis

153 Primrose Way, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 153 Primrose Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 since 06 January 2015 and is currently estimated at $4,702,902, approximately $4,275 per square foot. This property was built in 1939. 153 Primrose Way 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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