202 Emerson St Palo Alto, CA 94301
Downtown North Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,810
Sq Ft
3,202
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Craftsman Architecture
- Quartz Countertops
- Addison Elementary School Rated A+
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Cogswell Plaza
About This Home
As of July 2019Amazing home in downtown Palo Alto just 3 blocks from University Ave. Entirely rebuilt and expanded in 2014, the home can be a two-story single-family with 4 beds and 3 baths, with the perfect quarters for a multi-generational family, or can be two distinct and separate living spaces. The highest quality designer finishes are throughout. Open concept main level has large living/dining area with 5.1 surround sound, stunning gourmet kitchen, white oak floors, 2 beds, and 2 baths, including luxury master suite. Lower level, with inside and outside access, has open living area with kitchen, 2 beds, 1 bath, and private laundry. All kinds of extras like video doorbell, blackout blinds, separate security/heating/air conditioning for each level, dual-pane windows, fire sprinklers, and more. Low maintenance corner lot, urban walkability to shops, restaurants and Caltrain. A rare opportunity not to be missed.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Liz Blank
Intero Real Estate Services License #01887904 Listed on: 06/19/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $40,806
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 3,202 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as RM2
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,810 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family or Dining Combination
- Wood Flooring
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Sewer Within 50 Feet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 120-25-031
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 19, 2019
Closed on
Jun 28, 2019
Sold by
Kang Alex and Liu Jennifer
Bought by
Suh Nancy
Seller's Agent
Liz Blank
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
LAURA BRYANT
KW Advisors
List Price
$3,150,000
Sold Price
$3,160,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
0.32%
Total Days on Market
7
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
$638,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.83%
Original Mortgage
$2,528,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,233,635
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,704,032
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 2017
Sold by
Kang Alex and Liu Jennifer
Bought by
Kang Alex and Liu Jennifer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$744,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 7, 2014
Closed on
Jan 22, 2014
Sold by
Weinstein Dov and Weinstein Itay
Bought by
Kang Alex and Liu Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Erick Motta
3D Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nonmember Nonmember
Nonmember
List Price
$1,555,000
Sold Price
$1,555,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.55%
Original Mortgage
$1,050,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 2005
Sold by
Grant Henry
Bought by
Santa Clara County Public Guardian
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,160,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,555,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,528,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $744,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $869,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $931,200 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,050,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $938,250 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/26/2019 07/26/19 | Sold | $3,160,000 | +0.3% | $1,746 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2019 06/27/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2019 06/19/19 | For Sale | $3,150,000 | +102.6% | $1,740 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2014 02/07/14 | Sold | $1,555,000 | -2.8% | $1,347 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2014 02/07/14 | Sold | $1,600,000 | +2.9% | $1,386 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2014 02/07/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/07/2014 02/07/14 | For Sale | $1,555,000 | +55.5% | $1,347 / Sq Ft |
| 01/20/2014 01/20/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/07/2013 12/07/13 | For Sale | $1,000,000 | -- | $867 / 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 | $40,806 | $3,388,155 | $2,315,954 | $1,072,201 |
| 2023 | $40,208 | $3,321,722 | $2,270,544 | $1,051,178 |
| 2022 | $39,746 | $3,256,591 | $2,226,024 | $1,030,567 |
| 2021 | $38,964 | $3,192,737 | $2,182,377 | $1,010,360 |
| 2020 | $38,154 | $3,160,000 | $2,160,000 | $1,000,000 |
| 2019 | $33,268 | $2,728,824 | $1,537,933 | $1,190,891 |
| 2018 | $32,349 | $2,675,319 | $1,507,778 | $1,167,541 |
| 2017 | $31,781 | $2,622,863 | $1,478,214 | $1,144,649 |
| 2016 | $30,948 | $2,571,435 | $1,449,230 | $1,122,205 |
| 2015 | $19,678 | $1,602,298 | $1,427,462 | $174,836 |
| 2014 | $11,448 | $904,086 | $853,859 | $50,227 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
Liz Blank
Intero Real Estate Services
(650) 814-2773
26 Total Sales
-
David Troyer
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
David Troyer
Intero Real Estate Services
(650) 440-5076
417 Total Sales
-
LAURA BRYANT
Buyer's Agent in 2019
LAURA BRYANT
KW Advisors
(650) 888-0772
140 Total Sales
-
Erick Motta
Seller's Agent in 2014
Erick Motta
3D Realty
(408) 420-0136
26 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Nonmember Nonmember
Nonmember
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Alex Kang
K&M Real Estate
(408) 506-3311
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81757324
APN: 120-25-031
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