2045 Menalto Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Willows NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,293,000 - $3,227,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,751
Sq Ft
$1,622/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Skyline View
- Wood Flooring
- Laurel Elementary School Rated A
- Contemporary Architecture
- Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
About This Home
As of June 2021A paver pathway leads through a delightful garden entrance to this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in The Willows. Built in 2015 and offering 1,751 square feet of living space, this home offers outstanding build quality and a light-filled, modern floor plan. Hardwood floors extend through the great room, which includes the living room with a linear fireplace, the bright dining room, and the kitchen with granite countertops, ample cabinetry, soft-close drawers, and stainless-steel appliances. The primary suite includes a cathedral ceiling, step-in shower, and built-in desk space to work from home in style. From the living room, glass doors open to the peaceful backyard that includes ample patio space. This home also features a laundry room and attached 2-car garage. Moments to numerous parks, downtown Menlo Park, and top schools. Convenient to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford, Facebook, and US 101.
Last Buyer's Agent
Justin Martin
Keller Williams Palo Alto License #01995148
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $33,126
Year Built
- 2015
Lot Details
- 7,362 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Gated Home
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Lighted Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Secured Garage or Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Ceiling Insulation
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,751 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Skyline Views
- Crawl Space
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
- Laundry Tub
Home Security
- Monitored
- Panic Alarm
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Fire Sprinkler System
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Passive Solar Power System
- ENERGY STAR/CFL/LED Lights
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Enclosed patio or porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Thermostat
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Sewer Connection Less Than 500 Feet Away
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 26, 2021
Closed on
May 7, 2021
Sold by
Kluesing Daniel L and Dolson Jennifer L
Bought by
Grinev Maxim and Sotnikova Maria
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Justin Martin
Keller Williams Palo Alto
List Price
$1,988,000
Sold Price
$2,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$862,000
43.36%
Total Days on Market
8
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
-$9,065
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.08%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,369,838
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,471,097
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2013
Closed on
Aug 21, 2013
Sold by
Chung Mae Hwa and Chung Dae Kwon
Bought by
Kluesing Daniel L and Dolson Jennifer L
Seller's Agent
Penelope Huang
Taylor & Huang Properties Inc
Buyer's Agent
Carol Carnevale
Compass
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$930,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-2%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.48%
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2007
Sold by
Chung Mae Hwa and Chung Dae Kwon
Bought by
Chung Mae Hwa and Chung Dae Kwon
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2006
Sold by
Brock James C and Naguiat Inocencia C
Bought by
Chung Mae Hwa and Chung Dae Kwon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 1999
Sold by
Brock James C
Bought by
Brock James C and Naguiat Inocencia C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,700
Interest Rate
7.1%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 1999
Sold by
Naguiat Inocencia C
Bought by
Brock James C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,700
Interest Rate
7.1%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grinev Maxim | $2,850,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Kluesing Daniel L | $930,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Chung Mae Hwa | -- | None Available | |
| Chung Mae Hwa | $700,000 | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Brock James C | -- | -- | |
| Brock James C | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Brock James C | $253,000 | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Grinev Maxim | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kluesing Daniel L | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kluesing Daniel L | $640,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chung Dae Kwon | $230,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chung Dae Kwon | $95,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Chung Mae Hwa | $560,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $365,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $370,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $374,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $375,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $232,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brock James C | $227,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Hudson James E | $222,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2021 06/10/21 | Sold | $2,850,000 | +43.4% | $1,628 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2021 05/05/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2021 04/26/21 | For Sale | $1,988,000 | +113.8% | $1,135 / Sq Ft |
| 08/30/2013 08/30/13 | Sold | $930,000 | -2.0% | $853 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2013 06/06/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2013 05/20/13 | For Sale | $949,000 | -- | $871 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $33,126 | $2,775,000 | $1,938,000 | $837,000 |
| 2022 | $34,221 | $2,907,000 | $2,029,800 | $877,200 |
| 2021 | $15,322 | $1,171,862 | $526,612 | $645,250 |
| 2020 | $15,204 | $1,159,847 | $521,213 | $638,634 |
| 2019 | $14,982 | $1,137,106 | $510,994 | $626,112 |
| 2018 | $14,593 | $1,114,811 | $500,975 | $613,836 |
| 2017 | $14,344 | $1,092,952 | $491,152 | $601,800 |
| 2016 | $13,874 | $1,071,522 | $481,522 | $590,000 |
| 2015 | $12,513 | $948,580 | $474,290 | $474,290 |
| 2014 | $12,263 | $930,000 | $465,000 | $465,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Repka
Seller's Agent in 2021
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
20 in this area
801 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Justin Martin
Keller Williams Palo Alto
(650) 703-6948
-
Penelope Huang
Seller's Agent in 2013
Penelope Huang
Taylor & Huang Properties Inc
(650) 281-8028
10 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Carol Carnevale
Compass
(650) 250-4517
12 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81840819
APN: 062-234-120
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