285 Bryant St Palo Alto, CA 94301
Downtown North NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,827,000 - $2,064,998
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,545
Sq Ft
$1,270/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Wood Flooring
- Addison Elementary School Rated A+
- Skyline View
- 2-minute walk to Cogswell Plaza
About This Home
As of March 2021High-end remodeled townhome provides the premier Downtown Palo Alto lifestyle being just two short blocks from University yet with a neighborhood feel. The open floor plan boasts a magazine-worthy remodeled kitchen with only the highest end materials inc custom European cabinetry, gas cook-top & a giant sized island assured to be the envy of any chef. Kitchen opens to the living & dining room combo with convenient 1/2 bath, cozy fireplace & 2 sliders leading to outdoor living space. For optimum comfort, the entire main level has heated floors. Master bedroom suite has lots of closet space & exquisite spa-like bathroom with huge shower & soaking tub. 2nd bedroom & full bath have great natural light. Along with indoor laundry, the spacious bonus room provides many possibilities: private home office, theatre room (with giant screen), gym, play room, you name it! Acacia hardwood flooring, dual-pane windows, A/C, new paint, 1 car carport w/ Tesla charger, Top rated Palo Alto schools! A+++
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01236885 Listed on: 01/28/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
Susan Sims
Compass License #01408349
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,947
Year Built
- 1968
Lot Details
- Wood Fence
- Sprinklers on Timer
HOA Fees
- $605 Monthly HOA Fees
Property Views
- Skyline
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,545 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Skylights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Home Theater
- Den
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Marble Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Dryer
Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces
- 1 Carport Space
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Assigned Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 220 Volts
Community Details
- Association fees include common area electricity, common area gas, exterior painting, fencing, insurance - common area, insurance - earthquake, roof
- 6 Units
- Casa Bryant HOA
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2021
Sold by
Gal Shaul and Gal Shelley
Bought by
Gal Shaul and Gal Shelley
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 28, 2021
Closed on
Feb 17, 2021
Sold by
Doyle Brian K and Doyle Kate C
Bought by
Gal Shaul and Gal Shelley
Seller's Agent
Shelly Potvin
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Susan Sims
Compass
List Price
$1,798,000
Sold Price
$1,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$52,000
2.89%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.39%
Original Mortgage
$1,387,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,251,076
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$710,424
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 2018
Sold by
Tearse Doyle Brian and Doyle Kate
Bought by
Doyle Brian K and Doyle Kate C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2015
Sold by
Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem and Cebenoyan Jennifer Ann
Bought by
Tearse Doyle Brian and Simonis Kate
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,400,000
Interest Rate
3.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 19, 2007
Sold by
Birmingham John and Chang Shin Mee
Bought by
Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem and Cebenoyan Jennifer Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$712,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2002
Sold by
Marschall Claudia A and Estate Of Selma Pincsak
Bought by
Birmingham John and Chang Shin Mee
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$453,600
Interest Rate
6.84%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gal Shaul | -- | None Available | |
| Gal Shaul | $1,850,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Doyle Brian K | -- | None Available | |
| Tearse Doyle Brian | -- | None Available | |
| Tearse Doyle Brian | $1,805,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Birmingham John | $567,000 | Alliance Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Gal Shaul | $1,387,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Tearse Doyle Brian | $1,400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem | $593,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem | $704,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem | $708,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cebenoyan Mehmet Cem | $712,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Birmingham John | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Birmingham John | $130,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Birmingham John | $448,348 | |
| Previous Owner | Birmingham John | $70,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Birmingham John | $453,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2021 03/19/21 | Sold | $1,850,000 | +2.9% | $1,197 / Sq Ft |
| 02/14/2021 02/14/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/28/2021 01/28/21 | For Sale | $1,798,000 | -0.4% | $1,164 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2015 06/23/15 | Sold | $1,805,000 | +39.1% | $1,168 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2015 06/04/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/27/2015 05/27/15 | For Sale | $1,298,000 | -- | $840 / 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 | $23,947 | $1,963,234 | $981,617 | $981,617 |
| 2023 | $22,888 | $1,865,000 | $932,500 | $932,500 |
| 2022 | $23,401 | $1,887,000 | $943,500 | $943,500 |
| 2021 | $24,693 | $2,004,128 | $1,002,064 | $1,002,064 |
| 2020 | $24,186 | $1,983,580 | $991,790 | $991,790 |
| 2019 | $23,916 | $1,944,688 | $972,344 | $972,344 |
| 2018 | $23,344 | $1,906,558 | $953,279 | $953,279 |
| 2017 | $22,935 | $1,869,176 | $934,588 | $934,588 |
| 2016 | $22,334 | $1,832,526 | $916,263 | $916,263 |
| 2015 | $12,222 | $972,688 | $486,344 | $486,344 |
| 2014 | $11,919 | $953,636 | $476,818 | $476,818 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shelly Potvin
Seller's Agent in 2021
Shelly Potvin
Sereno Group
(650) 917-7994
1 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Susan Sims
Compass
(650) 743-1838
1 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
Michael Repka
Seller's Agent in 2015
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
11 in this area
800 Total Sales
-
Eva Hafezi
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Eva Hafezi
First Team Real Estate
(760) 443-1777
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81827570
APN: 120-21-005
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