Seller's Agent in 2018
Julia Laquer
Sereno Group
(650) 434-2755
5 in this area
31 Total Sales
530 Laurel Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Willows NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,962,000 - $3,750,771
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,870
Sq Ft
$1,830/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Deck
- Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Laurel Elementary School Rated A
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of October 2018Charming, traditional home in the Willows neighborhood of Menlo Park. Welcome to this inviting two-bedroom, two-bathroom home with an additional upstairs office space which could be turned into a third bedroom. This home features a low maintenance front yard and enchanting backyard with a redwood deck, hot tub, bird bath, and raised gardening boxes. Remodeled down to the studs, this property has hardwood floors throughout the first floor, combination living room and formal dining room, remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and dining area. There is an extra-large bedroom on the first floor with French doors leading to the backyard garden. The master suite upstairs features vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, huge walk-in closet, and a sitting area. There is a 600+ sq ft 2 car garage set back from the street with plumbing installed for possible addition of a secondary unit. Ideal location close to both downtown Palo Alto and downtown Menlo Park. Award winning Menlo Park schools.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01928656 Listed on: 09/24/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $32,217
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R10000
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Cottage
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,870 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
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- Gas Cooktop
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Dryer
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 062-382-210
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 24, 2018
Closed on
Oct 9, 2018
Sold by
Burns Harper J and The Harper J Burns Separate Pr
Bought by
Heilgeist Sebastian and Heilgeist Christine Maria
Seller's Agent
Julia Laquer
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Omar M. Kinaan
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,350,000
Sold Price
$2,415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$65,000
2.77%
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
$1,007,693
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.32%
Original Mortgage
$1,932,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 4, 2002
Sold by
Dipierro Alessandra
Bought by
Burns Harper J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$377,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 13, 2001
Sold by
Burns Harper J
Bought by
Burns Harper J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$377,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heilgeist Sebastian | $2,415,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Burns Harper J | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Burns Harper J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Heilgeist Sebastian | $1,908,300 | |
| Closed | Heilgeist Sebastian | $1,932,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Burns Harper J | $160,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Burns Harper J | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Burns Harper J | $377,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shangler John A | $90,000 | |
| Closed | Burns Harper J | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/25/2018 10/25/18 | Sold | $2,415,000 | +2.8% | $1,291 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2018 09/30/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/24/2018 09/24/18 | For Sale | $2,350,000 | -- | $1,257 / 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 | $32,217 | $2,788,122 | $1,610,027 | $1,178,095 |
| 2023 | $32,217 | $2,627,313 | $1,517,165 | $1,110,148 |
| 2022 | $30,711 | $2,575,798 | $1,487,417 | $1,088,381 |
| 2021 | $26,330 | $2,181,876 | $1,458,252 | $723,624 |
| 2020 | $29,506 | $2,463,300 | $1,443,300 | $1,020,000 |
| 2019 | $29,172 | $2,415,000 | $1,415,000 | $1,000,000 |
| 2018 | $9,371 | $642,445 | $291,858 | $350,587 |
| 2017 | $9,181 | $629,849 | $286,136 | $343,713 |
| 2016 | $8,809 | $617,500 | $280,526 | $336,974 |
| 2015 | $8,679 | $608,226 | $276,313 | $331,913 |
| 2014 | $8,482 | $596,313 | $270,901 | $325,412 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julia Laquer
-
Omar M. Kinaan
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Omar M. Kinaan
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
(650) 776-2828
8 in this area
87 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81724852
APN: 062-382-210
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