1705 Fulton St Palo Alto, CA 94303
Old Palo Alto NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,985,000 - $6,911,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,371
Sq Ft
$1,751/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Skyline View
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Walter Hays Elementary Rated A+
- Contemporary Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Rinconada Park
About This Home
As of October 2020Just around the corner from Rinconada Park, and a little over one mile to the excitement of University Avenue, this 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home offers nearly 3,400 square feet of luxury living space, nestled on almost 8,600 square feet on one of the most iconic streets in all of Palo Alto. Set on a corner lot and boasting outstanding curb appeal, this home features high-end appointments everywhere you turn, from hardwood floors, to fine millwork, to detailed ceilings. Elegant public spaces invite entertaining, the kitchen includes appliances from Thermador and Viking, and a fireplace centers the office. Enjoy the sunroom that leads to the backyard, where you will find great space for outdoor fun. Located on Fulton Street, known as "Christmas Tree Lane" during the holiday season thanks to the amazingly decorated houses that line the block, this home is also convenient to everything Palo Alto has to offer, and is within walking distance of top-ranked Palo Alto schools.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $57,097
Year Built
- 1942
Lot Details
- 8,599 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
Property Views
- Skyline
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Post and Beam
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,371 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Entertainment System
- High Ceiling
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Circular Fireplace
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Double Pane Windows
- Bay Window
- Garden Windows
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
- Electric Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Dual Sinks
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Laundry Tub
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Sewer Connection More Than 500 Feet Away
Community Details
- Courtyard
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 22, 2020
Closed on
Aug 24, 2020
Sold by
Christenson Larry Ray and Christenson Carolyn Elizabeth
Bought by
Wang Kevin and Wang Tinwin Liu
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sunny Kim
Compass
List Price
$5,875,000
Sold Price
$4,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,375,000
-23.4%
Total Days on Market
123
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,403,094
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.01%
Original Mortgage
$2,700,000
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2008
Sold by
Christenson Larry R and Christenson Carolyn E
Bought by
Christenson Larry Ray and Christenson Carolyn Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 1998
Sold by
Christenson Larry R and Christenson Carolyn E
Bought by
Christenson Larry Ray and Christenson Carolyn Elizabeth
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
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 21, 1998
Sold by
Christenson Larry R and Christenson Carolyn E
Bought by
Christenson Larry Ray A and Christenson Carolyn Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
7%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wang Kevin | $4,500,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Christenson Larry Ray | -- | Financial Title Company | |
| Christenson Larry R | -- | Financial Title Company | |
| Christenson Larry Ray | -- | -- | |
| Christenson Larry Ray A | -- | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Wang Kevin | $2,654,000 | |
| Closed | Wang Kevin | $2,700,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $950,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry R | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $900,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $695,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Ray | $598,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $619,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry R | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry R | $610,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $610,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $570,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray | $586,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry R | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Christenson Larry Ray A | $600,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2020 10/08/20 | Sold | $4,500,000 | -23.4% | $1,335 / Sq Ft |
| 08/24/2020 08/24/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2020 04/22/20 | For Sale | $5,875,000 | -- | $1,743 / 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 | $57,097 | $4,775,436 | $4,244,832 | $530,604 |
| 2023 | $56,262 | $4,681,800 | $4,161,600 | $520,200 |
| 2022 | $55,620 | $4,590,000 | $4,080,000 | $510,000 |
| 2021 | $54,526 | $4,500,000 | $4,000,000 | $500,000 |
| 2020 | $9,886 | $765,629 | $258,781 | $506,848 |
| 2019 | $9,772 | $750,617 | $253,707 | $496,910 |
| 2018 | $9,517 | $735,900 | $248,733 | $487,167 |
| 2017 | $9,347 | $721,471 | $243,856 | $477,615 |
| 2016 | $9,097 | $707,325 | $239,075 | $468,250 |
| 2015 | $9,002 | $696,701 | $235,484 | $461,217 |
| 2014 | $8,751 | $683,055 | $230,872 | $452,183 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Repka
Seller's Agent in 2020
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
46 in this area
800 Total Sales
-
Sunny Kim
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Sunny Kim
Compass
2 in this area
167 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81801947
APN: 003-58-066
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