480 E Okeefe St Unit 217 East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Estimated Value: $469,605 - $605,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
613
Sq Ft
$450/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Corner Lot
- Granite Countertops
- Elevator
- Menlo-Atherton High School Rated A
- Neighborhood Views
- Balcony
About This Home
As of November 2022Whispering Pines, a small gated community of thirty six condominiums, on the west side of Highway 101, just north of the Four Seasons Hotel in East Palo Alto offers the perfect home for a first time buyer. Private and secluded in one of the best locations in the complex, this 1bed /1bath condo offers a spacious living/dining great room that opens to a balcony spanning the full length of the unit with views of a peaceful redwood grove. Beautifully refreshed with a remodeled kitchen and bath, this unit is an inviting, comfortable retreat. The secured, dedicated carport space with storage locker is conveniently located close to the unit, as is on site laundry. Rounding out this special offering is its proximity to Stanford University, top local technology companies, and the shops & restaurants of downtown Palo Alto. The new Woodland Park Community planned for next door is also a big plus. Don't miss this competitively priced condo--the ideal starter home in the heart of Silicon Valley!
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,193
Year Built
- Built in 1981
Lot Details
- 0.71
HOA Fees
- $450 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 613 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Parking
- Garage
- 1 Carport Space
- Garage Door Opener
- Electric Gate
- Secured Garage or Parking
- Guest Parking
- Assigned Parking
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
- Baseboard Heating
- Separate Meters
Additional Features
- Balcony
- Security Fence
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 111-470-170
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area electricity, garbage, insurance - common area, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, management fee, reserves
- 36 Units
- Whispering Pines Homeowners Association
- Built by Prestige Management Company
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Common Utility Room
- Elevator
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 10, 2022
Closed on
Nov 2, 2022
Sold by
Fitzgerald Real Estate Holdings Llc
Bought by
Shi Yilin
Seller's Agent
Colleen Foraker
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Rajvi Rivero
Compass
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.16%
Total Days on Market
40
Views
39
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
$70,401
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.67%
Original Mortgage
$297,065
Outstanding Balance
$289,281
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$241,120
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 12, 2014
Closed on
Sep 8, 2014
Sold by
Mcdonnel Steven J
Bought by
Fitzgerald Real Estate Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
MARGARET CARDIEL
Realty One Group - World Properties
Buyer's Agent
Colleen Foraker
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.94%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 9, 2007
Sold by
Mcdonnell Steven J
Bought by
Mcdonnell Steven J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2003
Sold by
Mcdonnell Steven John
Bought by
Mcdonnell Steven J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 1995
Sold by
Hud
Bought by
Mcdonnell Steven John
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
9.23%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 1994
Sold by
Fleet Mtg Corp
Bought by
Hud
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 1993
Sold by
Mulligan James P
Bought by
Love Jesshill E and Love Maureen A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shi Yilin | $460,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Fitzgerald Real Estate Holdings Llc | $310,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Mcdonnell Steven J | -- | Alliance Title Company | |
| Mcdonnell Steven J | -- | Alliance Title Company | |
| Mcdonnell Steven J | -- | -- | |
| Mcdonnell Steven John | $52,000 | North American Title Ins | |
| Hud | -- | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Love Jesshill E | $90,346 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Shi Yilin | $297,065 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonnell Steven J | $190,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonnell Steven J | $57,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonnell Steven John | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonnell Steven J | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonnell Steven John | $35,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonnell Steven John | $50,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2022 11/14/22 | Sold | $460,000 | -3.2% | $750 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2022 10/21/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/10/2022 09/10/22 | For Sale | $475,000 | +53.2% | $775 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2014 09/12/14 | Sold | $310,000 | +3.3% | $506 / Sq Ft |
| 09/07/2014 09/07/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/31/2014 08/31/14 | For Sale | $300,000 | 0.0% | $489 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2014 08/22/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/12/2014 08/12/14 | For Sale | $300,000 | -- | $489 / 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 | $6,193 | $460,000 | $138,000 | $322,000 |
| 2022 | $4,697 | $351,078 | $105,322 | $245,756 |
| 2021 | $4,613 | $344,195 | $103,257 | $240,938 |
| 2020 | $4,563 | $340,667 | $102,199 | $238,468 |
| 2019 | $4,574 | $333,989 | $100,196 | $233,793 |
| 2018 | $4,480 | $327,441 | $98,232 | $229,209 |
| 2017 | $4,345 | $321,021 | $96,306 | $224,715 |
| 2016 | $4,352 | $314,727 | $94,418 | $220,309 |
| 2015 | $4,293 | $310,000 | $93,000 | $217,000 |
| 2014 | $1,534 | $68,488 | $20,544 | $47,944 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Colleen Foraker
Seller's Agent in 2022
Colleen Foraker
Compass
(650) 380-0085
1 in this area
59 Total Sales
-
Carolyn Keddington
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Carolyn Keddington
Compass
(650) 250-4517
1 in this area
27 Total Sales
-
Rajvi Rivero
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Rajvi Rivero
Compass
(408) 784-0469
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2014
MARGARET CARDIEL
Realty One Group - World Properties
(408) 206-9591
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81906880
APN: 111-470-170
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