
678 Chimalus Dr Palo Alto, CA 94306
Barron Park NeighborhoodHighlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Barron Park Elementary School Rated A+
- Formal Dining Room
- Skylights in Kitchen
About This Home
As of June 2025A Rare Find in Barron Park Welcome to your new home at 678 Chimalus Drive! Set on an expansive 8,500 sq ft lot in one of Palo Altos most beloved neighborhoods, this property offers endless potential and timeless charm. The main home has been thoughtfully updated with refinished hardwood floors, upgraded lighting, fresh paint, and modernized kitchens and bathsperfectly blending classic character with todays conveniences. Lovingly cared for by the same family for generations, every improvement reflects a deep sense of pride and purpose. Adding even more value is a fully permitted detached cottageideal for guests, extended family, a home office, or rental opportunity. While the cottage retains its original charm, the possibilities for its use are endless. Outside, enjoy newly refreshed landscaping, a new patio for outdoor entertaining, and a privacy fence for peaceful living. This is more than just a homeits a rare opportunity to own space, comfort, and history in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Real Brokerage Technologies License #01972985 Listed on: 05/02/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,572
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 8,590 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as R1
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,541 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Microwave
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
Laundry
- Laundry in Utility Room
- Washer and Dryer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 137-09-014
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $3,270,000 | Old Republic Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $2,616,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Sold | $3,270,000 | +13.2% | $2,122 / Sq Ft |
05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/02/2025 05/02/25 | For Sale | $2,888,888 | -- | $1,875 / Sq Ft |
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 | $1,572 | $132,276 | $40,166 | $92,110 |
2024 | $1,572 | $129,683 | $39,379 | $90,304 |
2023 | $1,548 | $127,141 | $38,607 | $88,534 |
2022 | $1,526 | $124,649 | $37,850 | $86,799 |
2021 | $1,493 | $122,206 | $37,108 | $85,098 |
2020 | $1,462 | $120,954 | $36,728 | $84,226 |
2019 | $1,445 | $118,583 | $36,008 | $82,575 |
2018 | $1,418 | $116,258 | $35,302 | $80,956 |
2017 | $1,392 | $113,979 | $34,610 | $79,369 |
2016 | $1,343 | $111,745 | $33,932 | $77,813 |
2015 | $1,328 | $110,068 | $33,423 | $76,645 |
2014 | $1,308 | $107,913 | $32,769 | $75,144 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Olivia Mcnally
Real Brokerage Technologies
(619) 248-6434
2 in this area
83 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Gary (gang) Liu
Coldwell Banker Realty
(408) 569-0363
1 in this area
143 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82005269

APN: 137-09-014
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