NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1638 Castilleja Ave Palo Alto, CA 94306

Old Palo Alto Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,894,274 - $5,862,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,491 Sq Ft
$2,084/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 31, 2016

Last sale price $3,620,000 $1,453 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $32,181/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Skyline View
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Walter Hays Elementary Rated A+
  • Granite Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Peers Park

About This Home

As of October 2016

Tucked within the highly desirable Southgate neighborhood, this thoroughly remodeled 4 bedroom, 4 bath residence of approx. 2,500 sq. ft. (per county) displays a luxe, light-filled Spanish Colonial design coupled with warm, tropical influences. Occupying a serene property of approx. 5,800 sq. ft. (per county), the elegant home offers travertine floors that seamlessly connect the interior to the lush, magical rear garden, while custom elements like hand-crafted tiles and Guatemalan doors add distinct luxury. Additional highlights include radiant floor heating, a designer island kitchen, and a spa-like master bath. Quickly bike to sought-after Palo Alto schools and stroll to popular attractions like Stanford University, Caltrain, California Avenue, and Town & Country Village.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Repka

Deleon Realty License #70010006 Listed on: 09/22/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Repka

Deleon Realty License #70010006 Listed on: 09/22/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $49,306

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 5,837 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,491 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Den
  • Storage Room
  • Skyline Views
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Radiant Floor
  • Granite
  • Tile
  • Travertine

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Marble Bathroom Countertops
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • ENERGY STAR/CFL/LED Lights
  • Solar Power System
  • Solar Heating System

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Thermostat
  • 220 Volts
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 124-23-029

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$49,306

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Spanish
  • Age: 9
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2491
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island with Sink, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry Cabinet, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 2491
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry: Dryer, Gas Hookup, Washer
  • Flooring: Granite, Hardwood, Tile, Travertine
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Den / Study / Office, Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Marble, Skylight, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub with Jets
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Tile
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Gate, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, On Street

Utilities

  • Heating System: Fireplace, Gas, Individual Room Controls, Radiant Floors, Solar
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Walter Hays Elementary
  • Middle School: David Starr Jordan Middle
  • High School: Palo Alto High
  • High School: 327
  • Elementary School: 315
  • Middle School: 329

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 124-23-029
  • Lot Acres: 0.1340
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5830.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5830.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Energy Star HVAC, Energy Star Lighting, Skylight, Solar Power, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Walter Hays Elementary
  • High School Text: Palo Alto High
  • Middle School Text: David Starr Jordan Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2016
Closed on
Oct 3, 2016
Sold by
Maliska Barbara Jean
Bought by
Wang Ying and Pang Mengyu
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
List Price
$2,998,000
Sold Price
$3,620,000
Premium/Discount to List
$622,000
20.75%
Current Estimated Value
$5,192,319

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,572,319
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.90%
Original Mortgage
$2,120,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2014
Sold by
Maliska Barbara
Bought by
Maliska Barbara Jean

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2006
Sold by
Tincher Edward and Maliska Barbara
Bought by
Tincher Edward and Maliska Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2002
Sold by
Maliska Barbara J
Bought by
Maliska Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$199,000
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2000
Sold by
Maliska Thomas P
Bought by
Maliska Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,314
Interest Rate
8.18%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 1997
Sold by
Maliska Thomas P and Maliska Thomas P
Bought by
Maliska Thomas P and Maliska Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
7.23%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 1994
Sold by
Nall Christian T and Bloomer Lianne French
Bought by
Maliska Thomas P and Maliska Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$445,500
Interest Rate
8.83%
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
Wang Ying $3,620,000 Chicago Title Company
Maliska Barbara Jean -- Chicago Title Company
Maliska Barbara Jean -- None Available
Tincher Edward -- Chicago Title Company
Maliska Barbara -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Maliska Barbara J -- --
Maliska Thomas P -- North American Title Co
Maliska Thomas P $495,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wang Ying $1,865,000
Closed Wang Ying $2,120,000
Previous Owner Tincher Edward $500,000
Previous Owner Tincher Edward $300,000
Previous Owner Tincher Edward $1,500,000
Previous Owner Maliska Barbara $725,000
Previous Owner Maliska Barbara $199,000
Previous Owner Maliska Barbara $699,300
Previous Owner Maliska Barbara J $70,314
Previous Owner Maliska Thomas P $70,000
Previous Owner Maliska Thomas P $523,000
Previous Owner Maliska Thomas P $445,500
Closed Maliska Barbara $188,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/31/2016 10/31/16 Sold $3,620,000 +20.7% $1,453 / Sq Ft
09/30/2016 09/30/16 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2016 09/22/16 For Sale $2,998,000 -- $1,204 / 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 $49,306 $4,201,317 $3,040,733 $1,160,584
2024 $49,306 $4,118,939 $2,981,111 $1,137,828
2023 $48,582 $4,038,176 $2,922,658 $1,115,518
2022 $48,025 $3,958,997 $2,865,351 $1,093,646
2021 $47,079 $3,881,370 $2,809,168 $1,072,202
2020 $46,095 $3,841,572 $2,780,364 $1,061,208
2019 $45,589 $3,766,248 $2,725,848 $1,040,400
2018 $44,323 $3,692,400 $2,672,400 $1,020,000
2017 $43,545 $3,620,000 $2,620,000 $1,000,000
2016 $12,977 $1,031,347 $355,351 $675,996
2015 $12,765 $1,015,856 $350,014 $665,842
2014 $12,452 $995,958 $343,158 $652,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Repka

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Michael Repka

    Deleon Realty

    (650) 488-7325

    48 in this area

    777 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81625545

MLSListings

APN: 124-23-029

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94306 Old Palo Alto

1638 Castilleja Ave, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 1638 Castilleja Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306 since 22 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $5,192,319, approximately $2,084 per square foot. This property was built in 2007. 1638 Castilleja Ave is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Walter Hays Elementary, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Palo Alto High School.

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