408 Chester St Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Willows NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,042,000 - $2,316,949
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,220
Sq Ft
$1,744/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Walk-in Shower
- Laurel Elementary School Rated A
- Bathtub with Shower
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of June 2016Peaceful and Private! Lovely 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath home in sought-after Willows neighborhood featuring hardwood floors, wonderful Kitchen with storage galore, charming Living Room with fireplace, formal Dining Room that opens out to sunny deck and yard. Front Porch/Patio is away from the street and provides a shady oasis from the nearby hustle. Easy access to many, many amenities, e.g. Public Library, Caltrain, Burgess Park and Pool, Parks, Commute Routes, Downtown Menlo Park and Palo Alto with countless choices for Eating and Shopping. Also a straight shot to Facebook!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,640
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 6,186 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as R10008
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,220 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 062-211-130
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 9, 2022
Sold by
Ponte Gad & Henrietta Cons
Bought by
Ponte Family Revocable Trust
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,084,558
Outstanding Balance
$1,027,657
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,140,452
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 2019
Sold by
Ponte Gad and Ponte Henrieta Cons
Bought by
Ponte Gad and Ponte Henrieta Cons
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2016
Closed on
Jun 9, 2016
Sold by
Grimes Jennie R
Bought by
Ponte Gad and Ponte Henrieta Cons
Seller's Agent
Pat Kalish
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Avi Urban
Keller Williams Palo Alto
List Price
$1,298,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$152,000
11.71%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.59%
Original Mortgage
$725,000
Interest Rate
3.61%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2012
Sold by
Grimes Jennie R
Bought by
Grimes Jennie R
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
2.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 7, 2011
Sold by
Grimes Jennie R
Bought by
Grimes Jennie R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2008
Sold by
Grimes Jennie R
Bought by
Grimes Jennie R
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2005
Sold by
Riding Kendall L
Bought by
Grimes Jennie R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$561,000
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 2002
Sold by
Julihn Miles E and Julihn Donalyn M
Bought by
Riding Kendall L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,700
Interest Rate
6.09%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 4, 1999
Sold by
Hall James J and Hall Julie S
Bought by
Julihn Miles E and Julihn Donalyn M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.79%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponte Family Revocable Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Ponte Gad | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Ponte Gad | -- | None Available | |
| Ponte Gad | $1,450,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Grimes Jennie R | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Grimes Jennie R | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Grimes Jennie R | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Grimes Jennie R | -- | None Available | |
| Grimes Jennie R | $870,000 | North American Title Co | |
| Riding Kendall L | $605,000 | North American Title Company | |
| Julihn Miles E | $400,000 | North American Title Insuran |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Ponte Gad | $1,084,558 | |
| Previous Owner | Ponte Gad | $725,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grimes Jennie R | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grimes Jennie R | $510,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grimes Jennie R | $561,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Riding Kendall L | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Riding Kendall L | $300,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Julihn Miles E | $360,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Julihn Miles E | $300,000 | |
| Closed | Julihn Miles E | $80,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/15/2016 06/15/16 | Sold | $1,450,000 | +11.7% | $1,189 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2016 05/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2016 05/05/16 | For Sale | $1,298,000 | -- | $1,064 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $21,640 | $1,649,847 | $1,115,070 | $534,777 |
| 2022 | $20,326 | $1,617,498 | $1,093,206 | $524,292 |
| 2021 | $19,828 | $1,585,783 | $1,071,771 | $514,012 |
| 2020 | $19,696 | $1,569,524 | $1,060,782 | $508,742 |
| 2019 | $19,417 | $1,538,750 | $1,039,983 | $498,767 |
| 2018 | $18,925 | $1,508,580 | $1,019,592 | $488,988 |
| 2017 | $18,622 | $1,479,000 | $999,600 | $479,400 |
| 2016 | $13,270 | $1,024,414 | $512,207 | $512,207 |
| 2015 | $13,111 | $1,009,028 | $504,514 | $504,514 |
| 2014 | $12,850 | $989,264 | $494,632 | $494,632 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Pat Kalish
Seller's Agent in 2016
Pat Kalish
Compass
(650) 823-4624
10 Total Sales
-
Avi Urban
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Avi Urban
Keller Williams Palo Alto
(650) 305-1111
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81583934
APN: 062-211-130
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