NOT LISTED FOR SALE

20 Kirby Place Palo Alto, CA 94301

Crescent Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $5,321,000 - $6,124,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,575 Sq Ft
$2,193/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2023

Last sale price $4,390,000 $1,705 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $34,388/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Granite Countertops
  • Duveneck Elementary School Rated A+
  • Radiant Floor
  • 4-minute walk to Eleanor Pardee Park

About This Home

As of September 2023

Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac on what many consider to be one of Crescent Parks premier tree-lined blocks, this classic California ranch home provides an ideal opportunity to remodel, build new, or simply move in and enjoy. Offering scale equally suited to formal entertaining or day-to-day living and with striking floor-to-ceiling windows with garden views, the public rooms are the heart of the home. The expansive living room flows seamlessly into the spacious formal dining room, while a sunny remodeled kitchen opens to an airy family room. The primary suite boasts a large dressing room and charming corner window, while two additional large bedrooms and a bonus room offer flexibility for family, guests, home office, or multi-generational living. The generous backyard features a vast patio perfect for al fresco entertaining, as well as many mature trees. Just moments from Pardee Park, top rated Palo Alto schools, and commute routes to major employers, your best life starts here.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol,Nicole & James

Compass License #07000304 Listed on: 08/23/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Umang Sanchorawala

Compass License #01471341

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $51,684

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 9,322 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • Uncovered Parking

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,575 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whole House Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Radiant Floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 003-27-069

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$51,684

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch
  • Age: 73
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2575
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2575
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Dryer, Inside, Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Whole House / Attic Fan, Window / Wall Unit
  • Heating System: Baseboard, Electric, Radiant, Radiant Floors
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Duveneck Elementary
  • Middle School: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • High School: Palo Alto High
  • High School: 327
  • Elementary School: 311
  • Middle School: 329

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 003-27-069
  • Lot Acres: 0.2140
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 9322.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 9322.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Whole House Fan

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Duveneck Elementary
  • High School Text: Palo Alto High
  • Middle School Text: Frank S. Greene Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2023
Closed on
Sep 5, 2023
Sold by
Remsen Family Trust
Bought by
Xie Family Trust and Xie
Seller's Agent
Carol,Nicole & James
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Umang Sanchorawala
Compass
List Price
$3,995,000
Sold Price
$4,390,000
Premium/Discount to List
$395,000
9.89%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$5,646,034

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,256,034
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 1995
Sold by
Remsen Donald S and Remsen Katherine W
Bought by
Remsen Donald S and Remsen Katherine W
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
Xie Family Trust $4,390,000 Old Republic Title
Remsen Donald S -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2023 09/15/23 Sold $4,390,000 +9.9% $1,705 / Sq Ft
08/31/2023 08/31/23 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2023 08/23/23 For Sale $3,995,000 -- $1,551 / 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 $51,684 $4,477,800 $4,080,000 $397,800
2024 $51,684 $4,390,000 $4,000,000 $390,000
2023 $7,263 $611,335 $358,442 $252,893
2022 $8,030 $599,349 $351,414 $247,935
2021 $7,869 $587,598 $344,524 $243,074
2020 $7,720 $581,574 $340,992 $240,582
2019 $7,629 $570,171 $334,306 $235,865
2018 $7,434 $558,992 $327,751 $231,241
2017 $7,301 $548,032 $321,325 $226,707
2016 $7,104 $537,287 $315,025 $222,262
2015 $7,028 $529,218 $310,294 $218,924
2014 $6,808 $518,852 $304,216 $214,636
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Carol,Nicole & James

    Compass

    (650) 465-5958

    4 in this area

    102 Total Sales

    Carol,Nicole & James
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  • Umang Sanchorawala

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Umang Sanchorawala

    Compass

    (650) 960-5363

    5 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Umang Sanchorawala
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81939615

MLSListings

APN: 003-27-069

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94301 Crescent Park

20 Kirby Place, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 20 Kirby Place, Palo Alto, CA 94301 since 23 August 2023 and is currently estimated at $5,646,034, approximately $2,192 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 20 Kirby Place 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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