431 Laurel Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Willows NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,112,000 - $4,239,974
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,286
Sq Ft
$1,640/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Skyline View
- Wood Flooring
- Laurel Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 4-minute walk to Willow Oaks Park
About This Home
As of September 2021Contemporary masterpiece designed by renowned local architect Ana Williamson, as featured in Sunset Magazine. Sustainable design principles take center stage throughout. Great curb appeal with bold colors and drought-tolerant garden. Inside, engineered white oak floors extend throughout, 12 ft. ceilings create openness, and strategically placed windows fill the space with natural light. Modern floorplan includes living room, casual dining area, and chefs kitchen with rift oak cabinetry and honed black Basalt countertops. Spectacular wall of glass opens to backyard deck for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and nearly 2,300 sf include detached studio ADU with full bathroom. Great backyard with patio, lawn, built-in grill, and fire pit. This home also limits electromagnetic fields within. Close to downtown Menlo Park, Palo Alto, top schools including Laurel Elementary and Hillview Middle (buyer to verify eligibility).
Last Buyer's Agent
Mariana Pappalardo
Compass License #01970137
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $39,021
Year Built
- 1940
Lot Details
- 7,501 Sq Ft Lot
- Northwest Facing Home
- Gated Home
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard Fenced
Property Views
- Skyline
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Modern Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,286 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Double Pane Windows
- Mud Room
- Panic Alarm
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- No Garage
- Electric Gate
- On-Street Parking
- Uncovered Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Barbecue Area
Additional Homes
- Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Tankless Water Heater
- Sewer Connection Less Than 500 Feet Away
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 2, 2021
Closed on
Aug 12, 2021
Sold by
Wand Assaf and Wand Lion
Bought by
Strohman Trevor and Strohman Anne Marie
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mariana Pappalardo
Compass
List Price
$3,498,000
Sold Price
$3,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$452,000
12.92%
Total Days on Market
8
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
-$200,256
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.39%
Original Mortgage
$2,400,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,202,774
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,546,970
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 19, 2018
Closed on
Dec 19, 2018
Sold by
Kerst Stephanie Sage and Kerst Stuart Anthony
Bought by
Wand Assaf and Wand Liron
Seller's Agent
Carol,Nicole & James
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nadr Essabhoy
Compass
List Price
$3,250,000
Sold Price
$3,250,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2015
Sold by
Kerst Stephanie Sage and Kerst Stuart Anthony
Bought by
Kerst Stephanie Sag and Ker Stuart Anthony
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 22, 2007
Sold by
Robertson Kyle and Cheriton Olivia
Bought by
Kerst Stuart and Kerst Stephanie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,900
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2005
Sold by
Fine Edward H and Fine Leslie R
Bought by
Robertson Kyle and Cheriton Olivia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$719,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
Garnier Mark E
Bought by
Fine Edward H and Fine Leslie R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$826,000
Interest Rate
8.12%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strohman Trevor | $3,950,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Wand Assaf | $3,250,000 | Lawyers Title Co | |
| Kerst Stephanie Sag | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Kerst Stuart | $1,119,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Robertson Kyle | $899,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Fine Edward H | $826,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Strohman Trevor | $2,400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wand Assaf | $2,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wand Assaf | $2,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wand Assaf | $750,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerst Stephanie Sage | $900,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerst Stephanie Sag | $1,360,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerst Stuart | $1,360,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerst Stuart | $111,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerst Stuart | $111,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerst Stuart | $895,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Robertson Kyle | $719,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Fine Edward H | $826,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2021 09/10/21 | Sold | $3,950,000 | +12.9% | $1,728 / Sq Ft |
| 08/11/2021 08/11/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/02/2021 08/02/21 | For Sale | $3,498,000 | +7.6% | $1,530 / Sq Ft |
| 12/21/2018 12/21/18 | Sold | $3,250,000 | 0.0% | $1,667 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2018 12/19/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/19/2018 12/19/18 | For Sale | $3,250,000 | -- | $1,667 / 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 | $39,021 | $3,310,000 | $2,388,000 | $922,000 |
| 2022 | $45,589 | $3,950,000 | $2,850,000 | $1,100,000 |
| 2021 | $29,865 | $3,349,343 | $2,344,540 | $1,004,803 |
| 2020 | $38,922 | $3,315,000 | $2,320,500 | $994,500 |
| 2019 | $38,399 | $3,250,000 | $2,275,000 | $975,000 |
| 2018 | $21,303 | $1,725,933 | $921,976 | $803,957 |
| 2017 | $20,962 | $1,692,093 | $903,899 | $788,194 |
| 2016 | $20,360 | $1,658,916 | $886,176 | $772,740 |
| 2015 | $20,153 | $1,633,998 | $872,865 | $761,133 |
| 2014 | $18,983 | $1,522,991 | $855,767 | $667,224 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Repka
Seller's Agent in 2021
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
20 in this area
800 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Mariana Pappalardo
Compass
(650) 670-7888
5 in this area
207 Total Sales
-
H
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Heather Morch
Compass
4 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2018
Carol,Nicole & James
Compass
2 in this area
102 Total Sales
-
Nadr Essabhoy
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Nadr Essabhoy
Compass
(650) 248-5898
85 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81856425
APN: 062-364-100
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