Seller's Agent in 2017
Jean-Luc Laminette
Compass
(650) 833-9336
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
1655 Middlefield Rd Palo Alto, CA 94301
Old Palo Alto NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,723,000 - $6,523,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,235
Sq Ft
$2,471/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Art Studio
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Marble Countertops
- Walter Hays Elementary Rated A+
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Rinconada Park
About This Home
As of August 2017Open Saturday and Sunday. Superb home in prime Embarcadero Oaks, walking distance to top public schools and Rinconada Park. Charm galore, new roofs in 2010, main home approx. 2,235 sft (per county) on a deep lot approx. 7,593 sft (per county). Lovely peaceful gardens to entertain, play and relax in privacy. Detached approx. 580 sft garage with adjoining room and bath currently used as a studio/home office, potentially convertible into an ADU (Auxiliary Dwelling Unit) for owner occupancy or rental purposes subject to verification by Buyer and permit with the City of Palo Alto ( see http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/pln/). Beautifully renovated with attention to detail and quality, ready to move-in. Chef's kitchen, hardwood floors. Elegant & flexible floor plan with two bedrooms and a bathroom on each floor. Potential for expansion of main home. Central location close to Downtown and Midtown shopping, Stanford University. Easy commutes to Facebook, Google, HP.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $49,969
Year Built
- 1940
Lot Details
- 7,579 Sq Ft Lot
- Gated Home
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Ceiling Insulation
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,235 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Formal Entry
- Formal Dining Room
- Art Studio
- Alarm System
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Marble Countertops
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Laundry Tub
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 220 Volts
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 4, 2024
Sold by
Ranganathan Kannan and Ranganathan Madhuri
Bought by
Ranganathan-Roy Family Trust and Ranganathan
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 27, 2017
Closed on
Jul 17, 2017
Sold by
Nolen Tony and Nolen Michelle
Bought by
Ranganathan Kannan and Roy Madhuri
Seller's Agent
Jean-Luc Laminette
Compass
Buyer's Agent
John Forsyth James
Compass
List Price
$3,498,000
Sold Price
$3,498,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.87%
Original Mortgage
$2,448,600
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 29, 2011
Sold by
Nolen Tony and Nolen Michelle
Bought by
Nolen Tony and Nolen Michelle
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 2010
Sold by
Petersen John D
Bought by
Nolen Tony and Nolen Michelle
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,220,000
Interest Rate
4.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2006
Sold by
Petersen Elba D
Bought by
Petersen Kristen A and Petersen John D
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
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 9, 2005
Sold by
Petersen Elba D
Bought by
Petersen Kristen A and Petersen John D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 25, 2002
Sold by
Petersen Elba D
Bought by
Petersen Elba D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
5.03%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 1997
Sold by
Petersen Elba D
Bought by
Petersen Elba D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranganathan-Roy Family Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Ranganathan Kannan | $3,498,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Nolen Tony | -- | None Available | |
| Nolen Tony | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Petersen Kristen A | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Petersen Elba D | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Petersen Kristen A | -- | -- | |
| Petersen Elba D | -- | Financial Title Company | |
| Petersen Elba D | -- | Financial Title Company | |
| Petersen Elba D | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Ranganathan Kannan | $2,242,523 | |
| Previous Owner | Ranganathan Kannan | $2,448,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Nolen Tony | $1,220,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Petersen Elba D | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Petersen Elba D | $110,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2017 08/09/17 | Sold | $3,498,000 | 0.0% | $1,565 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2017 07/10/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/01/2017 07/01/17 | For Sale | $3,498,000 | 0.0% | $1,565 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2017 07/01/17 | Off Market | $3,498,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2017 06/19/17 | Price Changed | $3,498,000 | -5.4% | $1,565 / Sq Ft |
| 04/27/2017 04/27/17 | For Sale | $3,698,000 | -- | $1,655 / Sq Ft |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49,969 | $4,168,443 | $3,779,376 | $389,067 |
| 2023 | $49,237 | $4,086,710 | $3,705,271 | $381,439 |
| 2022 | $48,675 | $4,006,579 | $3,632,619 | $373,960 |
| 2021 | $47,717 | $3,928,020 | $3,561,392 | $366,628 |
| 2020 | $44,594 | $3,707,089 | $3,524,875 | $182,214 |
| 2019 | $43,317 | $3,567,960 | $3,455,760 | $112,200 |
| 2018 | $42,116 | $3,498,000 | $3,388,000 | $110,000 |
| 2017 | $20,697 | $1,683,453 | $1,379,881 | $303,572 |
| 2016 | $20,152 | $1,650,445 | $1,352,825 | $297,620 |
| 2015 | $19,953 | $1,625,655 | $1,332,505 | $293,150 |
| 2014 | $19,525 | $1,593,812 | $1,306,404 | $287,408 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2017
John Forsyth James
Compass
(650) 218-4337
2 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81648763
APN: 003-58-049
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