780 Embarcadero Rd Palo Alto, CA 94303
Community Center NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,990,000 - $4,988,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,266
Sq Ft
$1,955/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Custom Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Walter Hays Elementary Rated A+
- Two Way Fireplace
- 2-minute walk to Rinconada Park
About This Home
As of October 2017Nestled behind a privacy fence, 3 bedroom + office (can be 4th bedroom), 2.5 bath custom home with dramatic ceilings. Circular driveway making it easy for in and out access! Spacious common living spaces...large living room / dining room and open kitchen / family room, with three sliders letting the natural light in. Master bedroom suite features high ceilings, bathroom & walk-in closet. Newer dual pane windows, roof, siding & insulation. Lovingly cared for is apparent throughout. Separate laundry room / mud room adjacent to two car garage. Natural zen-like California mature greenery making it a perfect place to harvest your garden veggies and dine al fresco. Awnings for sunny afternoon shade. Outstanding schools: Walter Hays Elementary, Jordan Middle & Palo Alto High. Ultra convenient location: Across the street from fun Rinconada Park, Walter Hays, Library & minutes to get downtown, hwy 101, Stanford & Town & Country. Don't let the street fool you. A MUST SEE home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Shelly Potvin
Coldwell Banker Realty License #01236885 Listed on: 09/07/2017
Last Buyer's Agent
Kandee Myers
Coldwell Banker Realty License #02025758
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $35,091
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 6,612 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R1
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,266 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Two Way Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Alarm System
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Oven
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Bidet
- Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Utility Room
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- 220 Volts
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 003-58-067
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 7, 2017
Closed on
Sep 20, 2017
Sold by
Geiger Anne K D
Bought by
Banzhaf Chad and Lin Haojing
Seller's Agent
Shelly Potvin
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kandee Myers
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,318,000
Sold Price
$2,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$357,000
15.4%
Total Days on Market
5
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
$1,755,621
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%
Original Mortgage
$1,600,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,350,605
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,418,987
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 15, 2003
Sold by
Geiger Steven T and Geiger Anne K D
Bought by
Geiger Steven T and Geiger Anne K D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banzhaf Chad | $2,675,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Geiger Steven T | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Banzhaf Chad A | $370,000 | |
| Open | Banzhaf Chad | $1,600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Geiger Steven T | $43,700 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2017 10/05/17 | Sold | $2,675,000 | +15.4% | $1,180 / Sq Ft |
| 09/13/2017 09/13/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/07/2017 09/07/17 | For Sale | $2,318,000 | -- | $1,023 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35,091 | $2,984,009 | $2,342,588 | $641,421 |
| 2023 | $34,579 | $2,925,500 | $2,296,655 | $628,845 |
| 2022 | $34,186 | $2,868,138 | $2,251,623 | $616,515 |
| 2021 | $33,512 | $2,811,901 | $2,207,474 | $604,427 |
| 2020 | $32,799 | $2,783,070 | $2,184,840 | $598,230 |
| 2019 | $32,444 | $2,728,500 | $2,142,000 | $586,500 |
| 2018 | $31,541 | $2,675,000 | $2,100,000 | $575,000 |
| 2017 | $5,112 | $429,255 | $132,693 | $296,562 |
| 2016 | $4,966 | $420,840 | $130,092 | $290,748 |
| 2015 | $4,918 | $414,519 | $128,138 | $286,381 |
| 2014 | $4,840 | $406,400 | $125,628 | $280,772 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2017
Shelly Potvin
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 917-7994
45 Total Sales
-
K
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Kandee Myers
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81676871
APN: 003-58-067
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