Seller's Agent in 2021
Art Sharif
Sotheby's Intl Rlty
(650) 804-4770
1 in this area
74 Total Sales
567 Hale St Palo Alto, CA 94301
Crescent Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $8,254,000 - $10,860,481
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
6,821
Sq Ft
$1,448/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Marble Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Addison Elementary School Rated A+
- 4 Fireplaces
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of June 2021Rare opportunity on a spectacular 16,000 sf+ manicured parcel close to Downtown. This handsome 21st century version of the Walter Bliss original boasts an exterior made with concrete (not Stucco) over outsized beams of old growth redwood. The homes handsome exterior is symmetrical, with oversized windows and otherwise unadorned except for the dentil and brackets under the eaves. Built for lumber baron, Walter Tobey, the interiors are constructed with some of the most exquisite woods anywhere. The 4 level home includes, a main level with10ft tall ceilings and a newly remodeled gorgeous kitchen. The 2nd level also with 10 ft ceilings includes 4 bedrooms and a living area that can be the 5th. The lower level includes a wine cellar, room for a theater and a gym. The 4th level is an open space loft with a bath with steam shower. Other features include a guesthouse atop the detached two garage and storage with its own private garden and large windows. A must see on a great street.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sotheby's Intl Rlty License #01481940 Listed on: 01/27/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $139,292
Year Built
- 1908
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Flag Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 1 Carport Space
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 6,821 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- 4 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Separate Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Additional Features
- 2,000 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 27, 2021
Closed on
May 25, 2021
Sold by
Shepherd John Michael and Shepherd Deborah Fenton
Bought by
Pao Michael and Sun Chelsea
Seller's Agent
Art Sharif
Sotheby's Intl Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
List Price
$9,750,000
Sold Price
$8,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,150,000
-11.79%
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
$1,280,160
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.09%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2012
Sold by
Anker Bradford C and Anker Janice M
Bought by
Shepherd John Michael and Shepherd Deborah Fenton
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,815,000
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 1999
Sold by
Anker Bradford C and Anker Janice M
Bought by
Anker Bradford C and Anker Janice M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 8, 1998
Sold by
Anker Bradford C and Anker Janice M
Bought by
Anker Bradford C and Anker Janice M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pao Michael | $8,600,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Shepherd John Michael | $5,099,750 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Anker Bradford C | -- | -- | |
| Anker Bradford C | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Pao Michael | $4,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shepherd John Michael | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shepherd John Michael | $1,815,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shepherd John Michael | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Anker Bradford C | $2,010,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Anker Bradford C | $2,600,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2021 06/01/21 | Sold | $8,600,000 | -11.8% | $1,261 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2021 05/13/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/27/2021 01/27/21 | For Sale | $9,750,000 | 0.0% | $1,429 / Sq Ft |
| 06/07/2013 06/07/13 | Rented | $15,000 | -14.3% | -- |
| 06/07/2013 06/07/13 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2013 03/19/13 | For Rent | $17,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/21/2012 12/21/12 | Rented | $17,500 | -12.5% | -- |
| 12/21/2012 12/21/12 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/08/2012 06/08/12 | For Rent | $20,000 | -- | -- |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $139,292 | $11,774,776 | $8,065,180 | $3,709,596 |
| 2023 | $97,034 | $8,135,928 | $7,907,040 | $228,888 |
| 2022 | $105,406 | $8,772,000 | $7,752,000 | $1,020,000 |
| 2021 | $71,408 | $5,918,047 | $5,511,910 | $406,137 |
| 2020 | $69,907 | $5,857,366 | $5,455,393 | $401,973 |
| 2019 | $69,145 | $5,742,517 | $5,348,425 | $394,092 |
| 2018 | $67,215 | $5,629,919 | $5,243,554 | $386,365 |
| 2017 | $66,039 | $5,519,530 | $5,140,740 | $378,790 |
| 2016 | $64,319 | $5,411,305 | $5,039,942 | $371,363 |
| 2015 | $63,706 | $5,330,023 | $4,964,238 | $365,785 |
| 2014 | $62,574 | $5,225,616 | $4,866,996 | $358,620 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
(650) 488-7325
36 in this area
781 Total Sales
-
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Seller's Agent in 2013
Jennifer Pollock
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Fran Papapietro
Sereno Group
(408) 623-4155
96 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81827427
APN: 003-05-031
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