NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2344 Columbia St Palo Alto, CA 94306

Estimated Value: $3,942,000 - $6,554,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,022 Sq Ft
$1,599/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 22, 2023

Last sale price $4,675,000 $1,547 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $29,851/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Skyline View
  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Escondido Elementary School Rated A+
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 2-minute walk to Weisshaar Park

About This Home

As of September 2023

Palo Alto's sought-after College Terrace neighborhood, with its close proximity to Stanford University, California Avenue, and more, provides the backdrop for this bright and spacious 4-bedroom home with over 3,000 square feet of living space. High, vaulted ceilings craft an airy ambiance from the moment you step inside, where the traditional floorplan offers expansive gathering areas, two fireplaces, a chef's kitchen with appliances from top brands, and comfortable bedrooms for family and friends alike, including the primary suite with a private balcony and spa-inspired bathroom. Enjoy an indoor/outdoor lifestyle in the peaceful backyard with a deck, lawn, and colorful foliage. And appreciate a location that puts you close to everything Palo Alto has to offer beautiful parks, vibrant shops and restaurants, commute options, and distinguished schools including Escondido Elementary (buyer to verify eligibility).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Repka

Deleon Realty License #70010006 Listed on: 09/06/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Buenrostro

Compass License #01733750

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,721

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 6,251 Sq Ft Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Skyline
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,022 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wired For Sound
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Thermostat

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 137-05-082

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,721

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Age: 36
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3022
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area in Family Room, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Oven - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 3022
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Dryer, Inside, Upper Floor, Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room, Office Area
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Bidet, Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Tub with Jets, Shower and Tub, Skylight, Stall Shower - 2+, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Gate, Wood
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood, Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, On Street, Parking Restrictions
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Escondido Elementary
  • Middle School: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • High School: Palo Alto High
  • High School: 327
  • Elementary School: 313
  • Middle School: 329

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 137-05-082
  • Lot Acres: 0.1435
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6250.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6250.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Escondido 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
Sep 6, 2023
Closed on
Sep 15, 2023
Sold by
Schmitt Edward E and Revo Anne
Bought by
Mowlem Revocable Trust and Mowlem
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Buenrostro
Compass
List Price
$3,788,000
Sold Price
$4,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$887,000
23.42%
Total Days on Market
7
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$4,832,036

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$157,036
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 1999
Sold by
Schmitt Edward E and Schmitt Anne D
Bought by
Schmitt Edward E and Schmitt Anne D
Source: Public Records

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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
Mowlem Revocable Trust $4,675,000 First American Title
Schmitt Edward E -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/22/2023 09/22/23 Sold $4,675,000 +23.4% $1,547 / Sq Ft
09/14/2023 09/14/23 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2023 09/06/23 For Sale $3,788,000 -- $1,253 / 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
2024 $32,721 $2,782,164 $2,335,649 $446,515
2023 $11,099 $936,327 $294,356 $641,971
2022 $10,970 $917,969 $288,585 $629,384
2021 $10,752 $899,971 $282,927 $617,044
2020 $10,523 $890,743 $280,026 $610,717
2019 $10,409 $873,279 $274,536 $598,743
2018 $10,129 $856,156 $269,153 $587,003
2017 $9,950 $839,370 $263,876 $575,494
2016 $9,679 $822,912 $258,702 $564,210
2015 $9,586 $810,553 $254,817 $555,736
2014 $9,433 $794,676 $249,826 $544,850
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Repka

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Michael Repka

    Deleon Realty

    (650) 488-7325

    800 Total Sales

    Michael Repka
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81940880

MLSListings

APN: 137-05-082

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94306

2344 Columbia St, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 2344 Columbia St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 since 06 September 2023 and is currently estimated at $4,832,036, approximately $1,598 per square foot. This property was built in 1987. 2344 Columbia St is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Escondido Elementary School, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Palo Alto High School.

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