Seller's Agent in 2022
Andrew Sturtevant
Intelligent Buyer
(650) 251-4191
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
629 Forest Ave Palo Alto, CA 94301
University South NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,480,000 - $1,631,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,136
Sq Ft
$1,384/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Pool
- Subterranean Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Addison Elementary School Rated A+
- Open to Family Room
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of January 2022Just two blocks away from bustling downtown area on University. This townhouse has all the modern upgrades. The floor plan has been opened up for spacious living. The quartz waterfall countertops give the kitchen that ultra-luxury feel framing the top-of-the-line Samsung appliances. The bathrooms have been upgraded from top to bottom with a new showers, flooring, and fixtures, including luxury Porcelanosa sinks.The upgrades include premium flooring throughout the home, closets systems by California Closets, new Milgard windows, recessed lighting, smart locks, and pavers in the private back yard. The location cannot be beat. It is steps away from the best shopping and restaurants that downtown Palo Alto has to offer. Close to Stanford University, with easy access to highway 101, Caltrain, and the Peninsula tech companies. It also has two reserved parking spots in a gated underground lot with direct access from inside the home, and a locked storage room right next to the parking.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Intelligent Buyer License #01775165 Listed on: 12/01/2021
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Year Built
- 1974
Lot Details
- 627
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Interior Spaces
- 1,136 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family or Dining Combination
- Open to Family Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Additional Features
- Private Pool
- 627 Sq Ft Lot
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include common area electricity, exterior painting, insurance - common area
- 18 Units
- Forest Townhouses Association, Inc. Association
Recreation
- Community Pool
Pet Policy
- Limit on the number of pets
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 1, 2021
Closed on
Dec 22, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Andrew Sturtevant
Intelligent Buyer
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
6.74%
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
-$27,810
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.39%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,097,490
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$474,700
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 9, 2018
Closed on
Aug 28, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Bower
Corcoran Global Living
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Sturtevant
Intelligent Buyer
List Price
$1,285,000
Sold Price
$1,660,000
Premium/Discount to List
$375,000
29.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.10%
Original Mortgage
$1,328,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2010
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 24, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,600,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| $1,660,000 | Cornerstone Title Co | ||
| -- | Accommodation | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | Alliance Title Company | ||
| -- | Alliance Title Company | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | North American Title Co | ||
| -- | North American Title Co | ||
| -- | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,200,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,328,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $265,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $179,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $140,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2022 01/05/22 | Sold | $1,600,000 | +6.7% | $1,408 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/08/2021 12/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/01/2021 12/01/21 | For Sale | $1,499,000 | -9.7% | $1,320 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/06/2018 09/06/18 | Sold | $1,660,000 | +29.2% | $1,461 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/20/2018 08/20/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/09/2018 08/09/18 | For Sale | $1,285,000 | -- | $1,131 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History
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| 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 | $18,237 | $1,465,000 | $732,500 | $732,500 |
| 2024 | $18,237 | $1,470,000 | $735,000 | $735,000 |
| 2023 | $17,540 | $1,405,000 | $702,500 | $702,500 |
| 2022 | $21,710 | $1,744,954 | $872,477 | $872,477 |
| 2021 | $21,283 | $1,710,740 | $855,370 | $855,370 |
| 2020 | $20,849 | $1,693,200 | $846,600 | $846,600 |
| 2019 | $20,618 | $1,660,000 | $830,000 | $830,000 |
| 2018 | $4,697 | $322,619 | $140,675 | $181,944 |
| 2017 | $4,613 | $316,294 | $137,917 | $178,377 |
| 2016 | $4,488 | $310,093 | $135,213 | $174,880 |
| 2015 | $4,438 | $305,436 | $133,182 | $172,254 |
| 2014 | $4,262 | $299,454 | $130,574 | $168,880 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Andrew Sturtevant
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Seller's Agent in 2018
Cheryl Bower
Corcoran Global Living
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81871458
APN: 120-40-005
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