$1,700,000
SOLD OCT 24, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,338 Sq Ft
$1,130/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,271 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 5-minute walk to Palo Alto
  • Radiant Floor
  • Addison Elementary School Rated A+
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 4-minute walk to El Palo Alto Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Dramatic downtown Palo Alto condo offering sophisticated living in a rare solarium-style building of just 12 units. This light-filled home features 3 bedrooms including loft space that can serve as a family room, office, or guest bedroom. Vaulted ceilings, a roof deck, and a balcony create a bright, open atmosphere. The custom Italian Dream Blue Snaidero kitchen showcases concrete counters and premium stainless-steel appliances, featuring a 4-burner gas Gaggenau cooktop with grill and a Miele convection ovenseamlessly blending style and function. Remodeled bathrooms, radiant heated floors, custom closets, and thoughtful storage maximize convenience. Enjoy in-unit laundry, two parking spaces with EV charger, and two storage units. As an added bonus, the complex includes two guest suites for visiting family and friends. Located close to Stanford University and top-rated Palo Alto schools, this residence combines modern design with unmatched location. HOA dues include hot water and heating.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nadr Essabhoy

Compass License #01085354 Listed on: 09/11/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Judy Decker

Compass License #01199563

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

HOA Fees

  • $1,130 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Subterranean Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,338 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Garden Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Storage Room
  • Radiant Floor

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Concrete Kitchen Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Loft Bedroom
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 120-25-131

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include garbage, heating, hot water, insurance - homeowners, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, reserves, water
  • 12 Units
  • High Street Solar Homeowners Association
  • Built by High Street Solar HOA
  • The community has rules related to parking rules

Amenities

  • Meeting Room
  • Community Storage Space

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,130 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Restrictions: Parking Restrictions, Pets - Rules
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 12
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1338
  • Complex Name: High Street Solar HOA
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Zoning Description: RM3
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Concrete, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1338
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Loft Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Storage
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Stall Shower - 2+, Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition, Tar and Gravel
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Electric Car Hookup, Gate / Door Opener, Underground Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)

Utilities

  • Heating System: Radiant Floors
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 1130
  • HOA Amenities: Additional Storage, Conference Facilities
  • HOA Documents: Bylaws, CC&RS, Financial Statement, Minutes, Reserve Study, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Garbage, Heating, Hot Water, Insurance - Homeowners, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Reserves, Water
  • H O A Name Text: High Street Solar Homeowners Association
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Garden Window, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • High School: 327

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 120-25-131

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 2
  • Minimum Building Height: 2

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Addison 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 11, 2025
Closed on
Oct 22, 2025
Sold by
Verbaken-Kleijnen Living Trust and Verbaken Joop C
Bought by
Ye/Zhang 2016 Family Trust and Ye
Seller's Agent
Nadr Essabhoy
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Judy Decker
Compass
List Price
$1,798,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$98,000
-5.45%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$1,706,190

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,190
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.46%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 2021
Sold by
Verbaken Joop C and Kleijnen Stans M
Bought by
Verbaken Joop C and Kleijnen Stans M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
3.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2020
Sold by
Verbaken-Kleijnen Livingtrust and Verbaken Joop
Bought by
Verbaken-Kleijnen Livingtrust and Verbaken-Kleijnen Verbaken

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2012
Sold by
Verbaken Joop and Kleijnen Stans M
Bought by
Verbaken Joop and Kleijnen Stans M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$499,000
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2011
Sold by
Verbaken Joop and Kleijnen Stans M
Bought by
Verbaken Joop and Kleijnen Stans M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2011
Sold by
Greene Spencer H
Bought by
Verbaken Joop and Kleijen Stans M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 1994
Sold by
Haddock Roger F and Haddock Helen G
Bought by
Greene Spencer H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$246,500
Interest Rate
6.98%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,700,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed -- Timios
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $874,750 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $308,500 American Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $700,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $3,000,000 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $499,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $246,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/24/2025 10/24/25 Sold $1,700,000 -5.5% $1,271 / Sq Ft
10/23/2025 10/23/25 For Sale $1,798,000 0.0% $1,344 / Sq Ft
10/21/2025 10/21/25 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2025 10/02/25 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $1,798,000 -- $1,344 / 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 $13,546 $1,099,036 $549,518 $549,518
2024 $13,546 $1,077,488 $538,744 $538,744
2023 $13,343 $1,056,362 $528,181 $528,181
2022 $13,183 $1,035,650 $517,825 $517,825
2021 $12,922 $1,015,344 $507,672 $507,672
2020 $12,665 $1,004,934 $502,467 $502,467
2019 $12,521 $985,230 $492,615 $492,615
2018 $12,188 $965,912 $482,956 $482,956
2017 $11,972 $946,974 $473,487 $473,487
2016 $11,654 $928,406 $464,203 $464,203
2015 $11,536 $914,462 $457,231 $457,231
2014 $11,243 $896,550 $448,275 $448,275
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82021165

MLSListings

APN: 120-25-131