NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1605 Valparaiso Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025

Central Menlo Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,033,000 - $4,754,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,830 Sq Ft
$1,558/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 12, 2024

Last sale price $3,998,000 $1,413 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $24,209/month

Highlights

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Skyline View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Oak Knoll Elementary School Rated A
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Marble Countertops

About This Home

As of April 2024

In the heart of Menlo Park's coveted central neighborhood, ~1 mile from downtown, this ~2,830 SF home seamlessly combines classic elegance with California living. Predominantly arranged on one level with 4 bedrooms, there is also a spacious family room and bath on the upper level, which could adapt to a remote work from home space. Freshly painted inside, the home features beautiful hardwood floors on both levels plus new light fixtures in some rooms. Traditional formal rooms served by a well-appointed chefs kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances including a customized wine storage. The 10,000 SF backyard offers the quintessential California lifestyle for entertaining with a solar-heated pool and spa along with a built-in barbecue center.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Bitter

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #01847627 Listed on: 02/22/2024

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Bitter

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #01847627 Listed on: 02/22/2024

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,983

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 10,001 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R10010

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Wood Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,830 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Separate Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Skyline Views
  • Alarm System
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Marble Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Pool

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Additional Features

  • Barbecue Area
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 071-031-070

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,983

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 68
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2830
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Zoning Description: R10010
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Marble, Dishwasher, Island, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Wine Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2830
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Alarm
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Skylight, Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Pool Description: Heated - Solar, Pool - In Ground, Spa - In Ground
  • Roof: Wood Shakes / Shingles
  • Yard/Grounds: BBQ Area
  • Pool: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School: Oak Knoll Elementary
  • Middle School: Hillview Middle
  • High School: Menlo-Atherton High
  • High School: 658
  • Elementary School: 663
  • Middle School: 642

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 071-031-070
  • Lot Acres: 0.2296
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 10000.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 10000.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Oak Knoll Elementary
  • High School Text: Menlo-Atherton High
  • Middle School Text: Hillview Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 22, 2024
Closed on
Mar 21, 2024
Sold by
Bitter 1999 Phil Martin and Harring Gale
Bought by
Chun/Tsai Living Trust and Chun
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Bitter
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Bitter
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$3,998,000
Sold Price
$3,998,000
Views
22
Current Estimated Value
$4,409,888

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$411,888
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.57%
Original Mortgage
$1,926,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,895,787
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,514,101

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2014
Sold by
Bitter Phil Martin and Bitter Gale Harrington
Bought by
The 1999 Phil Martin Bitter & Gale Harri and Bitter Gale Harrington

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2008
Sold by
Bitter Phil Martin and Bitter Gale Harrington
Bought by
Bitter Phil Martin and Bitter Gale Harrington

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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
Chun/Tsai Living Trust $3,998,000 Lawyers Title Company
The 1999 Phil Martin Bitter & Gale Harri -- First American Title Company
Bitter Phil Martin -- Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chun/Tsai Living Trust $1,926,000
Previous Owner The 1999 Phil Martin Bitter & Gale Harri $1,000,000
Previous Owner Bitter Phil Martin $100,000
Previous Owner Bitter Phil Martin $1,300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/12/2024 04/12/24 Sold $3,998,000 0.0% $1,413 / Sq Ft
02/23/2024 02/23/24 Pending -- -- --
02/22/2024 02/22/24 For Sale $3,998,000 -- $1,413 / 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 $12,983 $4,077,960 $3,067,140 $1,010,820
2024 $12,983 $914,936 $239,247 $675,689
2023 $12,983 $896,997 $234,556 $662,441
2022 $12,342 $879,409 $229,957 $649,452
2021 $11,951 $862,168 $225,449 $636,719
2020 $11,841 $853,329 $223,138 $630,191
2019 $11,659 $836,599 $218,763 $617,836
2018 $11,338 $820,196 $214,474 $605,722
2017 $11,122 $804,115 $210,269 $593,846
2016 $10,713 $788,350 $206,147 $582,203
2015 $10,570 $776,510 $203,051 $573,459
2014 $10,346 $761,300 $199,074 $562,226
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jennifer Bitter

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Jennifer Bitter

    Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

    (650) 223-5838

    16 in this area

    90 Total Sales

    Jennifer Bitter
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81955112

MLSListings

APN: 071-031-070

California San Mateo County Menlo Park 94025 Central Menlo Park

1605 Valparaiso Ave, Menlo Park, CA

This home is located at 1605 Valparaiso Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025 since 22 February 2024 and is currently estimated at $4,409,888, approximately $1,558 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 1605 Valparaiso Ave is a home located in San Mateo County with nearby schools including Oak Knoll Elementary School, Hillview Middle School, and Menlo-Atherton High School.

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