2136 Bowdoin St Palo Alto, CA 94306
Estimated Value: $1,366,000 - $1,982,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
636
Sq Ft
$2,661/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Walk-In Closet
- Escondido Elementary School Rated A+
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 4-minute walk to Weisshaar Park
About This Home
As of September 2023Located in a tree-lined cul-de-sac with only half block from the campus, this charming Spanish style cottage is in the heart of College Terrace. one of the most desirable neighborhood in Palo Alto. Escondido Elementary is in walking distance. The property has been updated in 2008. Gourmet kitchen is equiped with stainless chef class gas stove and oven set, and stainless refrigerator. French country style cabinets. Living room has a stone faced fireplace. Take any of the commuter routes leading to the greater Bay Area and find yourself in the tech ecosystem of Silicon Valley. The garage has converted to an office/gym/storage room. A common backyard under the oak tree is a place for picnic and parties.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,633
Year Built
- Built in 1931
Lot Details
- 1,943 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as R1
HOA Fees
- $350 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 636 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Crawl Space
- Laundry in unit
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Association fees include maintenance - common area
- Bowdoin Street HOA
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 137-07-081
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 11, 2023
Closed on
Sep 12, 2023
Sold by
2012 Lo Family Trust
Bought by
Mitchell Thomas M and Mitchell Joan S
Seller's Agent
Andy Tse
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-5.96%
Total Days on Market
25
Views
416
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
$192,614
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.41%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2012
Sold by
Delo Chia De
Bought by
Delo Chia
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 2011
Sold by
Liu Charlene Chia Chi
Bought by
Delo Chia and Liu Spring
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 26, 2010
Sold by
Lo Hisa Ming
Bought by
Lo Hisa Ming
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2007
Sold by
Zhong Yang
Bought by
Lo Hisa Ming
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2005
Sold by
Correia Wayne Daniel
Bought by
Zhong Yang
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$69,600
Interest Rate
5.56%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Thomas M | $1,500,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Delo Chia | -- | None Available | |
| Delo Chia | -- | None Available | |
| Lo Hisa Ming | -- | None Available | |
| Lo Hisa Ming | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Zhong Yang | -- | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Zhong Yang | $155,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Zhong Yang | $69,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Zhong Yang | $556,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,650 | -- | -- |
| 09/18/2023 09/18/23 | Sold | $1,500,000 | +0.1% | $2,358 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2023 09/06/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/01/2023 09/01/23 | Price Changed | $1,499,000 | -6.0% | $2,357 / Sq Ft |
| 08/11/2023 08/11/23 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | 0.0% | $2,508 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2022 09/12/22 | Rented | $3,650 | +1.4% | -- |
| 09/06/2022 09/06/22 | Price Changed | $3,600 | -5.3% | $6 / Sq Ft |
| 08/26/2022 08/26/22 | For Rent | $3,800 | -- | -- |
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 | $18,633 | $1,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $100,000 |
| 2023 | $10,974 | $845,088 | $748,511 | $96,577 |
| 2022 | $10,841 | $828,519 | $733,835 | $94,684 |
| 2021 | $10,627 | $812,275 | $719,447 | $92,828 |
| 2020 | $10,420 | $803,947 | $712,070 | $91,877 |
| 2019 | $10,301 | $788,184 | $698,108 | $90,076 |
| 2018 | $10,033 | $772,730 | $684,420 | $88,310 |
| 2017 | $9,856 | $757,579 | $671,000 | $86,579 |
| 2016 | $9,594 | $742,726 | $657,844 | $84,882 |
| 2015 | $9,495 | $731,570 | $647,963 | $83,607 |
| 2014 | $9,237 | $717,241 | $635,271 | $81,970 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Andy Tse
Seller's Agent in 2023
Andy Tse
Intero Real Estate Services
(408) 807-8808
822 Total Sales
-
Sunny Ghajar
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Sunny Ghajar
Intero Real Estate Services
(408) 464-2427
92 Total Sales
-
Michael Repka
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
799 Total Sales
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2022
Spring Liu
Spring Bay Realty
(510) 508-6903
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81938155
APN: 137-07-081
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