NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $8,257,000 - $14,003,262

6 Beds
10 Baths
5,640 Sq Ft
$1,804/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 30, 2024

Last sale price $15,100,000 $2,677 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $65,653/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Addison Elementary School Rated A+
  • 0.61 Acre Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of May 2024

Step into the rich history of Palo Alto with this stunning estate, meticulously crafted by the renowned Birge Clark. Known as the Dunker House, this estate stands as a testament to the indelible mark left by Clark on California architecture, embodying his signature Spanish Colonial Revival style throughout nearly 6,700 sf. Resting on over .60 AC with a heritage dating back nearly a century, it has been thoughtfully updated to cater to modern living. Lavish spaces boast expansive gathering areas, a gourmet kitchen, office, indoor & outdoor fireplaces, and luxurious bedrooms. The sprawling grounds provide a west coast oasis filled with idyllic venues for outdoor enjoyment, complemented by a guest house and wine cellar. Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac, this gated estate provides serenity and seclusion while being conveniently close to University Avenue, Stanford University, commuting options, and esteemed schools. Experience the epitome of Palo Alto living in this exceptional estate

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Repka

Deleon Realty License #70010006 Listed on: 05/15/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Repka

Deleon Realty License #70010006 Listed on: 05/15/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $102,588

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 0.61 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Mostly Level
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1929

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Electric Gate
  • On-Street Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Property Views

  • Neighborhood
  • Courtyard

Home Design

  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 5,640 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Wine Cellar
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Radiant Floor
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Bidet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Dual Flush Toilets
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

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

Outdoor Features

  • Outside Bathroom Access
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Shed

Additional Homes

  • Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Thermostat
  • Individual Gas Meter

Community Details

  • Courtyard

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 003-06-039

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$102,588

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 97
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 5640
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Zoning Description: R1929
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Living Room, Outside
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Other, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven Range, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 5640
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Dryer, Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Upper Floor, Washer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Unfinished, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 6
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 8
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathroom: Bidet, Double Sinks, Dual Flush Toilet, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor, Outside Access, Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Court, Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Courtyard, Fenced, Outdoor Fireplace, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate, Mixed Height / Type
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 3
  • Garage Min: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Electric Gate, Gate / Door Opener, On Street, Parking Restrictions, Uncovered Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC, Multi-Zone
  • Heating System: Fireplace, Forced Air, Heating - 2+ Zones, Radiant Floors
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Built-in Vacuum, High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Addison Elementary
  • Middle School: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • High School: Palo Alto High
  • High School: 327
  • Elementary School: 309
  • Middle School: 329

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level
  • Parcel Number: 003-06-039
  • Lot Acres: 0.6129
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 26700.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 26700.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Skylight, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Gas Meters, Public Utilities
  • Second Unit Description: Garage/ADU

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
May 15, 2024
Closed on
May 28, 2024
Sold by
Omega Living Trust and Peek Mark S
Bought by
Michael And Loren Gordon Family Trust and Gordon
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
List Price
$14,988,000
Sold Price
$15,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$112,000
0.75%
Total Days on Market
8
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$10,172,754

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,927,246
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-32.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2015
Sold by
Peek Mark S
Bought by
Peek Mark S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2015
Sold by
Peek Mark S and Peek Theresa M
Bought by
Peek Mark

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2007
Sold by
Lockwood David J and Lockwood Naja P
Bought by
Peek Mark S and Peek Theresa 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
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2006
Sold by
Lockwood David and Lockwood Naja
Bought by
Lockwood David J and Lockwood Naja P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2005
Sold by
Levinthal Michael J
Bought by
Lockwood David and Lockwood Naja

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
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Michael And Loren Gordon Family Trust $15,100,000 First American Title
Peek Mark S -- None Available
Peek Mark -- None Available
Peek Mark S -- First American Title Company
Lockwood David J -- None Available
Lockwood David -- First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Peek Mark S $500,000
Previous Owner Peek Mark S $1,500,000
Previous Owner Lockwood David $3,000,000
Previous Owner Levinthal Michael J $862,000
Previous Owner Levinthal Michael J $0
Previous Owner Levinthal Michael J $6,000,000
Previous Owner Levinthal Michael J $895,000
Previous Owner Levinthal Michael J $903,000
Previous Owner Levinthal Michael J $910,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2024 05/30/24 Sold $15,100,000 +0.7% $2,677 / Sq Ft
05/23/2024 05/23/24 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2024 05/15/24 For Sale $14,988,000 -- $2,657 / 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 $102,588 $8,656,094 $5,254,080 $3,402,014
2023 $101,089 $8,486,367 $5,151,059 $3,335,308
2022 $99,943 $8,319,968 $5,050,058 $3,269,910
2021 $97,977 $8,156,833 $4,951,038 $3,205,795
2020 $95,910 $8,073,196 $4,900,272 $3,172,924
2019 $94,865 $7,914,899 $4,804,189 $3,110,710
2018 $92,207 $7,759,706 $4,709,990 $3,049,716
2017 $90,593 $7,607,556 $4,617,638 $2,989,918
2016 $88,235 $7,458,390 $4,527,097 $2,931,293
2015 $87,395 $7,346,359 $4,459,096 $2,887,263
2014 $78,252 $6,557,700 $3,980,400 $2,577,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81965337

MLSListings

APN: 003-06-039