Seller's Agent in 2025
Cecily Zhang
Compass
(650) 388-2511
10 Total Sales
38 Elena Ave Atherton, CA 94027
Estimated Value: $8,684,000 - $10,416,351
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,990
Sq Ft
$2,352/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Pool
- 1.17 Acre Lot
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Oak Knoll Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Beamed Ceilings
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to a rare opportunity to own one of the last premier properties in West Atherton! Just moments away from the Menlo Circus Club, Sacred Heart, and Menlo Schools. This sun-drenched and private 1.169-acre lot is nestled on a highly coveted street, offering a tranquil setting framed by majestic perimeter trees and ideal Southern exposure. The charming single-level ranch home features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with spacious, light-filled rooms that offer serene garden views from every angle. Whether you choose to move in and enjoy its comfort, rent it out, or design the home of your dreams, this property offers incredible flexibility. Delight in proximity to downtown Menlo Park, top-rated Menlo Park public schools, and Stanford University, this is a rare chance to secure a truly special piece of West Atherton real estate. Dont miss out on this extraordinary opportunity!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 1.17 Acre Lot
- Zoning described as R1001A
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Carport Spaces
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Shake Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,990 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Central Vacuum
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Crawl Space
Flooring
- Carpet
- Stone
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Additional Features
- Private Pool
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 070-212-030
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 3, 2025
Closed on
Mar 24, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cecily Zhang
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Stephen Ackley
Pacific Peninsula Group
List Price
$10,200,000
Sold Price
$10,280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
0.78%
Views
10
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
-$1,075,215
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.92%
Original Mortgage
$6,168,000
Interest Rate
0.0685%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2024
Closed on
Sep 24, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Rianda
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Cecily Zhang
Compass
List Price
$10,498,000
Sold Price
$9,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,098,000
-10.46%
Views
59
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.78%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 10, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,280,000 | Lawyers Title Company | ||
| $9,400,000 | Old Republic Title | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Ins Compa | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Ins Compa | ||
| -- | American Title Co | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $23,650,000 | ||
| Closed | $6,168,000 | ||
| Closed | $625,500 | ||
| Closed | $1,000,000 | ||
| Closed | $650,000 | ||
| Closed | $553,000 | ||
| Closed | $245,407 | ||
| Closed | $271,000 | ||
| Closed | $500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | Sold | $10,280,000 | +0.8% | $2,576 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/03/2025 03/03/25 | For Sale | $10,200,000 | +8.5% | $2,556 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/27/2024 09/27/24 | Sold | $9,400,000 | -6.0% | $2,356 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/20/2024 09/20/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/26/2024 08/26/24 | Price Changed | $9,995,000 | -4.8% | $2,505 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/07/2024 07/07/24 | For Sale | $10,498,000 | -- | $2,631 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| 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 | $8,120 | $9,400,000 | $9,350,000 | $50,000 |
| 2024 | $8,120 | $485,504 | $139,390 | $346,114 |
| 2023 | $8,120 | $475,985 | $136,657 | $339,328 |
| 2022 | $7,697 | $466,653 | $133,978 | $332,675 |
| 2021 | $7,368 | $457,503 | $131,351 | $326,152 |
| 2020 | $7,258 | $452,813 | $130,005 | $322,808 |
| 2019 | $7,143 | $443,935 | $127,456 | $316,479 |
| 2018 | $6,933 | $435,231 | $124,957 | $310,274 |
| 2017 | $7,531 | $426,698 | $122,507 | $304,191 |
| 2016 | $7,203 | $418,332 | $120,105 | $298,227 |
| 2015 | $7,087 | $412,049 | $118,301 | $293,748 |
| 2014 | $6,907 | $403,978 | $115,984 | $287,994 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cecily Zhang
-
Stephen Ackley
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Stephen Ackley
Pacific Peninsula Group
(650) 323-7900
5 Total Sales
-
Carolyn Rianda
Seller's Agent in 2024
Carolyn Rianda
Compass
(650) 400-8361
14 Total Sales
-
Liz Daschbach
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Liz Daschbach
Compass
(650) 207-0781
51 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81996217
APN: 070-212-030
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Property Information © 2026 MLSListings Inc. All rights reserved. Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Certain information contained herein is derived from information which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by, MLSListings Inc. The viewer acknowledges ownership and validity of its copyright. Information provided is for personal, non-commercial use by a viewer with a bona fide interest in the purchase or sale of real estate of the type being offered via this website or other electronic means. The viewer is prohibited from copying, redistributing or retransmitting any of the data or information provided by MLSListing, Inc.
Nearby Homes
- 178 Atherton Ave
- 399 Selby Ln
- 112 Almendral Ave
- 97 Santiago Ave
- 1445 Valparaiso Ave
- 3421 El Camino Real Unit 38C
- 15 Montana Ln
- 288 Camino al Lago
- 97 Belleau Ave
- 1540 San Antonio St
- 1866 Valparaiso Ave
- 1342 N Lemon Ave
- 1326 Hoover St Unit 5
- 230 Nimitz Ave
- 428 Santa Clara Ave
- 2062 Mills Ave
- 1354 Sherman Ave
- 234 Beresford Ave
- 103 Chelsea Way Unit 3
- 306 Walsh Rd
Your Personal Tour Guide
Ask me questions while you tour the home.