$4,900,000
SOLD MAR 7, 2025
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,185 Sq Ft
10,149 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,538 Per Sq Ft

9% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
  • Barron Park Elementary School Rated A+
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Attic

About This Home

As of March 2025

Set against the pastoral charm of Barron Park, this expansive home sits on more than a quarter-acre of land. A brick courtyard welcomes you into nearly 3,200 square feet of light-filled interiors featuring hardwood floors throughout. The thoughtfully designed floorplan includes spacious gathering areas, a cozy fireplace, a chefs kitchen with premium appliances, and five comfortable bedrooms, including a walk-out primary suite. Outside, the serene backyard offers ample space for both entertaining and relaxation, while additional features include air conditioning and a 2-car garage. Enjoy the serenity of this sought-after neighborhood with lush surroundings, iconic Bol Park and its beloved donkeys, and scenic biking and walking paths, all while being minutes from the vibrant shops and restaurants of California Avenue and The Village at San Antonio Center. Plus, the home is served by top-ranked schools Barron Park Elementary, Fletcher Middle, and Gunn High (buyer to verify eligibility).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Repka

Deleon Realty License #70010006 Listed on: 02/12/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Arti Miglani

Compass License #01150085

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,474

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,185 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whole House Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Tub

Home Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat
  • 220 Volts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 137-13-148

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,474

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Age: 47
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3185
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Oven - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 3185
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Fire System - Sprinkler
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Dryer, Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Tub / Sink, Washer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Laundry Room, Office Area, Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Sunken Tub, Shower and Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter, Gate, Mixed Height / Type, Wood
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood, Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, On Street

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC, Whole House / Attic Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Fireplace, Heating - 2+ Zones
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Barron Park Elementary
  • Middle School: Ellen Fletcher Middle
  • High School: Henry M. Gunn High
  • High School: 325
  • Elementary School: 310
  • Middle School: 323

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 137-13-148
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 12052.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 12052.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Attic Fan, Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Barron Park Elementary
  • High School Text: Henry M. Gunn High
  • Middle School Text: Ellen Fletcher Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2025
Closed on
Feb 26, 2025
Sold by
Mcelfresh Stephen and Chisholm Mcelfresh Living Trust
Bought by
Ghosh Anirban and Bhide Anupama Aniruddha
Seller's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
Buyer's Agent
Arti Miglani
Compass
List Price
$4,488,000
Sold Price
$4,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$412,000
9.18%
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
$4,838,970

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$61,030
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.33%
Original Mortgage
$2,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,485,212
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,407,914

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2015
Sold by
Mcelfresh Stephen B
Bought by
Chisholm Mcelfresh Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$402,613
Interest Rate
3.77%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $4,900,000 First American Title
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $402,613 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $509,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $75,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/07/2025 03/07/25 Sold $4,900,000 +9.2% $1,538 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Sale $4,488,000 -- $1,409 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $15,474 $1,255,593 $631,294 $624,299
2024 $15,474 $1,230,974 $618,916 $612,058
2023 $15,474 $1,206,838 $606,781 $600,057
2022 $14,980 $1,183,176 $594,884 $588,292
2021 $14,683 $1,159,977 $583,220 $576,757
2020 $13,847 $1,095,084 $577,240 $517,844
2019 $11,502 $889,299 $565,922 $323,377
2018 $11,200 $871,863 $554,826 $317,037
2017 $11,002 $854,769 $543,948 $310,821
2016 $10,710 $838,010 $533,283 $304,727
2015 $10,520 $825,423 $525,273 $300,150
2014 $10,244 $809,255 $514,984 $294,271
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81993765

MLSListings

APN: 137-13-148