431 Laurel Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Willows Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,950
Sq Ft
7,501
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Skyline View
- Contemporary Architecture
- Laurel Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- 4-minute walk to Willow Oaks Park
About This Home
As of September 2021Stunning 4 bedroom/3 bath contemporary home designed by local architect Ana Williamson embraces true California living. New in 2013, the home was designed to entertain, with a dramatic12x10 sliding door between family room and backyard integrating interior and exterior spaces. The home, featured in Sunset Magazine, showcases beautiful architecture as well as sound environmental principles including sustainable materials, window placement to maximize daylight and limited electromagnetic fields. Bold exterior colors contrast with the subtle hues of a drought-tolerant garden creating striking curb appeal. The comfortable open floor plan features 12 ft. high ceilings, engineered white oak floors, and vast expanses of glass. The kitchen equipped with stainless appliances, rift oak kitchen cabinets and honed black Basalt counters includes an inviting eating area with built-in banquette beneath a big window.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Carol,Nicole & James
Compass License #07000304 Listed on: 12/19/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $39,021
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 7,501 Sq Ft Lot
- Gated Home
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Grass Covered Lot
- Zoning described as R10008
Property Views
- Skyline
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Reinforced Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Floor Insulation
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,950 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Entertainment System
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Double Pane Windows
- Mud Room
- Formal Entry
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Utility Room
- Washer and Dryer
Parking
- 1 Carport Space
- No Garage
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Shed
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Thermostat
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 062-364-100
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%
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
$153,220
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.98%
Original Mortgage
$2,400,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,188,576
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,914,644
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 | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,950,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $3,250,000 | Lawyers Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,119,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $899,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $826,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,400,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $900,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,360,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,360,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $111,900 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $111,900 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $895,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $719,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $826,000 | Stand Alone First |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,021 | $3,310,000 | $2,388,000 | $922,000 |
| 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
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
20 in this area
784 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Mariana Pappalardo
Compass
-
H
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Heather Morch
Compass
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2018
Carol,Nicole & James
Compass
-
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Nadr Essabhoy
Compass
(650) 248-5898
86 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81733710
APN: 062-364-100
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