NOT LISTED FOR SALE

555 Byron St Unit 101 Palo Alto, CA 94301

University South Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,180,000 - $1,944,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,810 Sq Ft
$5,551/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 16, 2023

Last sale price $1,150,000 $635 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,254/month

248 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Gated Community
  • Indoor Pool
  • Active Adult
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2023

Fabulously located in The Hamilton, a 55+ active senior community in downtown Palo Alto. This light-filled ground floor unit features wide plank floors, plantation shutters all throughout, and french doors that open to an enclosed patio. It has a well appointed galley kitchen with a charming breakfast nook. The master suite features high ceilings, walk-in closet plus an en suite bath with double sink vanity and walk-in shower. Community amenities include a heated indoor pool and jacuzzi, grand dining room, fitness center, English-style library, a top floor lounge and card room, gated underground assigned parking, individual secure storage units, 24/7 security and more. If you so desire, exclusive services from the Hamilton’s seasoned staff include 5-nights of dinner, daily coffee bar and paper, transportation service with a private driver and housekeeping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sheila Zarekari

Keller Williams Realty License #01944956 Listed on: 08/11/2022

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheila Zarekari

Keller Williams Realty License #01944956 Listed on: 08/11/2022

Keller Williams Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,749

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 1,307

HOA Fees

  • $5,551 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Secured Garage or Parking

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Security Gate

Pool

  • Indoor Pool
  • In Ground Pool

Location

  • Ground Level
  • Urban Location

Additional Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12003087

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common heating, common hot water, exterior maintenance, gas, hazard insurance, management fee, security/gate fee, trash, water/sewer, insurance, ground maintenance
  • 36 Units
  • Association Phone (650) 463-1400
  • Greenbelt

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed
  • The building has rules on how big a pet can be within a unit

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,749

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$5,551 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Subdivision Name: Not Listed
  • Directions: R from University Ave
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story, One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Entry Location: Ground Floor Location,No Steps to Entry
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Ground Floor Location, Dining Area, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Premium Lot, Regular, Security Gate
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Indoor, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Siding - Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Street
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached, Parking Spaces, Secured, Space Per Unit - 1, Below Building Parking, Enclosed, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities, Internet Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Unit, Inside Room
  • Security: Security Alarm - Owned, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Secured Access, Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Amenities: Greenbelt, Fitness Center, Pool, Roof Deck, Gated, Other, Pet Restrictions, Rec Room w/Fireplace, Setting Urban
  • Association Fee: 5551
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 650-463-1400
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Common Heating, Common Hot Water, Exterior Maintenance, Gas, Hazard Insurance, Management Fee, Security/Gate Fee, Trash, Water/Sewer, Other, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Palo Alto Unified

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1432
  • Parcel Number: 12003087
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 36

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 11, 2022
Closed on
May 13, 2023
Sold by
Richard B Craswell And Laura C Lin Trust
Bought by
Dennis Mayer Brown And Kay Yoffee Brown Famil
Seller's Agent
Sheila Zarekari
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sheila Zarekari
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,680,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$530,000
-31.55%
Views
139
Current Estimated Value
$1,598,321

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$448,321
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.57%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 23, 2020
Closed on
Jun 25, 2020
Sold by
Brody Gordon
Bought by
Craswell Richard B and Lin Laura C
Seller's Agent
Zachary Trailer
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sharon Witte
Compass
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-17.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.53%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2012
Closed on
Jul 26, 2012
Sold by
Schofield Laurie Vibert and Sloane Jeanne Vibert
Bought by
Brody Estelle and Brody Gordon
Seller's Agent
Monica Corman
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Dana Van Hulsen
Compass
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$970,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-7.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 1999
Sold by
The Hamilton Group Lp
Bought by
Vibert Maribelle L
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dennis Mayer Brown And Kay Yoffee Brown Famil $1,150,000 Old Republic Title
Craswell Richard B $1,275,000 Chicago Title Company
Brody Estelle $984,750 First American Title Company
Vibert Maribelle L $1,030,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,150,000 -- --
05/16/2023 05/16/23 Sold $1,150,000 -20.7% $635 / Sq Ft
04/16/2023 04/16/23 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2022 09/06/22 Price Changed $1,450,000 -13.7% $801 / Sq Ft
08/11/2022 08/11/22 For Sale $1,680,000 +31.8% $928 / Sq Ft
07/02/2020 07/02/20 Sold $1,275,000 -5.6% $704 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/13/2020 06/13/20 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2020 03/13/20 Price Changed $1,350,000 -12.9% $746 / Sq Ft
01/23/2020 01/23/20 For Sale $1,550,000 +59.8% $856 / Sq Ft
08/10/2012 08/10/12 Sold $970,000 -7.6% $536 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/28/2012 06/28/12 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2012 04/28/12 For Sale $1,050,000 -- $580 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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
2025 $14,749 $1,196,460 $598,230 $598,230
2024 $14,749 $1,173,000 $586,500 $586,500
2023 $16,614 $1,326,510 $663,255 $663,255
2022 $16,419 $1,300,500 $650,250 $650,250
2021 $16,096 $1,275,000 $637,500 $637,500
2020 $13,973 $1,109,088 $554,544 $554,544
2019 $13,733 $1,087,342 $543,671 $543,671
2018 $13,366 $1,066,022 $533,011 $533,011
2017 $13,130 $1,045,120 $522,560 $522,560
2016 $12,782 $1,024,628 $512,314 $512,314
2015 $12,653 $1,009,238 $504,619 $504,619
2014 $12,343 $989,470 $494,735 $494,735
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sheila Zarekari

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Sheila Zarekari

    Keller Williams Realty

    (925) 567-1851

    1 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Sheila Zarekari
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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Zachary Trailer

    Compass

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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Sharon Witte

    Compass

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Monica Corman

    Compass

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  • Dana Van Hulsen

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Dana Van Hulsen

    Compass

    (650) 248-3950

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Dana Van Hulsen
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41004954

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 120-03-087

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94301 University South

555 Byron St Unit 101, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 555 Byron St Unit 101, Palo Alto, CA 94301 since 11 August 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,598,321, approximately $883 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 555 Byron St Unit 101 is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Addison Elementary School, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Palo Alto High School.

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