Seller's Agent in 2018
Holly Fang
Keller Williams Palo Alto
(650) 720-8571
7 Total Sales
707 Valparaiso Ave Menlo Park, CA 94025
Downtown Menlo Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,324,000 - $2,015,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,102
Sq Ft
$1,584/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Encinal Elementary School Rated A
- Tudor Architecture
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2018Rarely seen on the market! This turnkey end-unit 2-story townhome offers everything modern buyer desires: convenient living, contemporary style and low maintenance. It is ideally located within 10 minutes walking distance to restaurants, grocery stores, Caltrain and schools. Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center are within 2 miles. 3 light and bright bedrooms with high ceilings, 2.5 bathrooms, an open-concept kitchen and living room make exceptional use of the space. Private front and back patios are perfect for outdoor entertaining. There is a one car garage and one open car space. Excellent Menlo Park Schools include Encinal, Hillview and Menlo-Atherton High.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Palo Alto License #01947747 Listed on: 03/02/2018
Last Buyer's Agent
Juliana Lee
Keller Williams Palo Alto License #00851314
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,752
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 7,200 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Assigned Parking
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Ceiling Insulation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,102 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Storage Room
- Attic
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Oven or Range
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Balcony
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include common area electricity, insurance - common area, insurance - liability, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, reserves
- Valparaiso Village Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 113-930-020
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2018
Closed on
Apr 9, 2018
Sold by
Zhang Wenjing and Shan Yuanming
Bought by
Hua Chen Chamngqing and Hua Dong
Seller's Agent
Holly Fang
Keller Williams Palo Alto
Buyer's Agent
Juliana Lee
Keller Williams Palo Alto
List Price
$1,428,000
Sold Price
$1,520,000
Premium/Discount to List
$92,000
6.44%
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
$225,126
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.20%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 20, 2014
Closed on
Mar 24, 2014
Sold by
Gilstrap Anna
Bought by
Zhang Wenjing and Shan Yuanming
Seller's Agent
Pam Hammer/Katie Riggs
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Xiaohu Chen
ExtraWave Inc
List Price
$959,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$141,000
14.7%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.38%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2007
Sold by
Shafto Michael G and Shafto Sylvia A
Bought by
Gilstrap Anna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$91,000
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 2000
Sold by
Cupertino Development Corp
Bought by
Shafto Michael G and Shafto Sylvia A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1996
Sold by
Hill Bonnie Ann
Bought by
Livi Hill Bonnie Ann
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 1996
Sold by
Hill Bonnie Ann
Bought by
Prim Loretta Jean
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 1995
Sold by
Hill Bonnie Ann
Bought by
Prim Loretta Jean
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hua Chen Chamngqing | $1,520,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Zhang Wenjing | $1,100,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Gilstrap Anna | $915,000 | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Shafto Michael G | $695,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Livi Hill Bonnie Ann | -- | -- | |
| Prim Loretta Jean | -- | -- | |
| Prim Loretta Jean | -- | -- | |
| Hill Bonnie Ann | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chen Changging | $920,800 | |
| Closed | Dong Hua | $927,000 | |
| Closed | Hua Chen Chamngqing | $960,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Zhang Wenjing | $636,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Zhang Wenjing | $660,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gilstrap Anna | $675,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gilstrap Anna | $91,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gilstrap Anna | $732,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shafto Michael G | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shafto Michael G | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shafto Michael G | $428,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shafto Michael G | $440,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2018 04/10/18 | Sold | $1,520,000 | +6.4% | $1,379 / Sq Ft |
| 03/15/2018 03/15/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/02/2018 03/02/18 | For Sale | $1,428,000 | +29.8% | $1,296 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2014 04/02/14 | Sold | $1,100,000 | +14.7% | $998 / Sq Ft |
| 03/06/2014 03/06/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/20/2014 02/20/14 | For Sale | $959,000 | -- | $870 / Sq Ft |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,752 | $1,500,000 | $750,000 | $750,000 |
| 2023 | $16,752 | $1,600,000 | $800,000 | $800,000 |
| 2022 | $19,665 | $1,550,000 | $775,000 | $775,000 |
| 2021 | $20,028 | $1,597,790 | $798,895 | $798,895 |
| 2020 | $19,893 | $1,581,408 | $790,704 | $790,704 |
| 2019 | $19,611 | $1,550,400 | $775,200 | $775,200 |
| 2018 | $15,420 | $1,185,105 | $355,531 | $829,574 |
| 2017 | $15,155 | $1,161,868 | $348,560 | $813,308 |
| 2016 | $14,669 | $1,139,087 | $341,726 | $797,361 |
| 2015 | $14,501 | $1,121,977 | $336,593 | $785,384 |
| 2014 | $13,020 | $1,000,031 | $300,008 | $700,023 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Holly Fang
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J
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Juliana Lee
Keller Williams Palo Alto
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P
Seller's Agent in 2014
Pam Hammer/Katie Riggs
Coldwell Banker Realty
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Xiaohu Chen
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Xiaohu Chen
ExtraWave Inc
(408) 418-8869
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81694628
APN: 113-930-020
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