Susan Sims
The Agency
(650) 885-9151
23 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Menlo Park
$3,100,000 Price
697 Menlo Ave Unit B Menlo Park, CA 94025
Downtown Menlo Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,436,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
500
Sq Ft
$6,872/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Storage Room
- Washer and Dryer
- Grass Covered Lot
- Encinal Elementary School Rated A
- Dining Area
- Vinyl Flooring
About This Home
As of July 2025Charming Downtown Menlo Park Cottage Retreat! Step into your own private oasis in the heart of downtown Menlo Park! This cottage is nestled quietly and separately on the parcel AT THE REAR OF THE FRONT PROPERTY. The stand alone unit offers unmatched privacy and convenience-just across from Trader Joes and near the Caltrain station. Secluded setting with a SPACIOUS WRAPAROUND PRIVATE YARD WITH DECK, ideal for entertaining or letting pets roam free. Bright, open living and dining area with laminate flooring for a fresh, modern feel. Comfortable bedroom featuring two closets and direct access to the rear deck for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Stylish bathroom with a step-down entry and a classic clawfoot tub with shower. Sunlit kitchen with stainless steel oven/range and full size refrigerator plus dishwasher and plenty of afternoon light. Bonus: Dedicated laundry room off the kitchen with direct yard access for ultimate convenience.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #02143785 Listed on: 06/18/2025
Last Renter's Agent
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #02143785 Listed on: 06/18/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1938
Lot Details
- 3,001 Sq Ft Lot
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
Interior Spaces
- 500 Sq Ft Home
- Dining Area
- Storage Room
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Assigned Parking
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,800
- Property Available on 7/16/25
- Rent includes gardener, laundry facilities, water
- 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2008
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
$1,400,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 22, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 22, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 2001
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
$425,400
Interest Rate
6.98%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Downtown Menlo Park, CA
-
Susan Sims
-
Ayelet Gingold
Ayelet Gingold
Agam Real Estate
(669) 202-4727
93 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Menlo Park
$2,200,000 Price
-
Carrie Davis
Carrie Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 744-0360
60 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Menlo Park
$2,250,000 Price
-
Lynn North
Lynn North
The Agency
(650) 747-8423
44 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Menlo Park
$2,125,000 Price
-
Dan Hunnicutt
Dan Hunnicutt
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
(650) 562-8757
21 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Menlo Park
$1,495,000 Price
-
Emma Elfving
Emma Elfving
Compass
(650) 525-2423
90 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Menlo Park
$2,600,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| $1,050,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | ||
| $1,730,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,400,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $428,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $425,400 | ||
| Previous Owner | $163,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Rented | $2,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | For Rent | $2,800 | -- | -- |
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 | $27,780 | $2,317,821 | $2,264,239 | $53,582 |
| 2023 | $27,780 | $2,227,819 | $2,176,317 | $51,502 |
| 2022 | $26,613 | $2,184,138 | $2,133,645 | $50,493 |
| 2021 | $26,028 | $2,141,312 | $2,091,809 | $49,503 |
| 2020 | $25,872 | $2,119,357 | $2,070,361 | $48,996 |
| 2019 | $25,513 | $2,077,802 | $2,029,766 | $48,036 |
| 2018 | $24,872 | $2,037,062 | $1,989,967 | $47,095 |
| 2017 | $24,483 | $1,997,121 | $1,950,949 | $46,172 |
| 2016 | $23,815 | $1,957,963 | $1,912,696 | $45,267 |
| 2015 | $23,584 | $1,928,554 | $1,883,966 | $44,588 |
| 2014 | $23,178 | $1,890,777 | $1,847,062 | $43,715 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Sally Randall
S
Landlord's Agent in 2025
Sally Randall
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
(650) 520-8771
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82011446
APN: 071-288-120
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