NOT LISTED FOR SALE

885 Embarcadero Rd Palo Alto, CA 94303

Duveneck-Saint Francis Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,591,000 - $3,918,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,576 Sq Ft
$2,375/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2019

Last sale price $2,450,000 $1,555 Per Sq Ft

Est. 53% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,565/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Granite Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Duveneck Elementary School Rated A+
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

About This Home

As of April 2019

This charming three bedroom, two bathroom ranch-style home in Green Gables features a flowing floorplan with easy access to the outdoors. The beautifully appointed living room with large picture windows, a wood burning fireplace and period finishes gives the home a warm cozy feel. The spacious family room, located off the kitchen, is ideal for an at home office or play area. The grounds, once featured in Sunset Magazine, are secluded and offer a private sanctuary. Downtown Palo Alto, Duveneck Elementary, Greene Middle School and Palo Alto High School are all a short distance away. With easy access to 101, commuting to San Francisco or Silicon Valley are very convenient via car or public transportation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Emma Elfving

Compass License #01870848 Listed on: 03/21/2019

Compass

Co-Listed By

Erik Elfving

Compass License #01874451

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Repka

Deleon Realty License #70010006

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,401

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,576 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 003-39-047

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,401

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 68
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1576
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1576
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Duveneck Elementary
  • Middle School: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • Elementary School: 311
  • Middle School: 329

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 003-39-047
  • Lot Acres: 0.1600
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6968.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6968.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Duveneck Elementary
  • Middle School Text: Frank S. Greene Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2019
Closed on
Apr 29, 2019
Sold by
Nemeldor Llc
Bought by
Ghosh Ayan and Ghosh Tanya
Seller's Agent
Emma Elfving
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Michael Repka
Deleon Realty
List Price
$2,475,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-1.01%
Total Days on Market
11
Current Estimated Value
$3,743,156

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,293,156
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.17%
Original Mortgage
$1,837,500
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2012
Sold by
Dorward Neil L and Dorward Mei Ying Lu
Bought by
Nemeidor Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2008
Sold by
Dorward Neil L and Dorward Mei Ying Lu
Bought by
Dorward Neil L and Dorward Mei Ying Lu

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2002
Sold by
Meyer Max W and Meyer Linne
Bought by
Dorwd Neil L and Dorwd Meiying
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ghosh Ayan $2,450,000 North American Title Co Inc
Nemeidor Llc -- None Available
Dorward Neil L -- None Available
Dorward Neil L -- None Available
Dorwd Neil L $750,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ghosh Ayan $1,834,661
Closed Ghosh Ayan $1,837,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2019 04/30/19 Sold $2,450,000 -1.0% $1,555 / Sq Ft
04/02/2019 04/02/19 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2019 03/21/19 For Sale $2,475,000 0.0% $1,570 / Sq Ft
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Rented $5,500 -15.4% --
08/28/2014 08/28/14 Under Contract -- -- --
07/21/2014 07/21/14 For Rent $6,500 -- --
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
2024 $32,401 $2,679,429 $2,570,066 $109,363
2023 $31,924 $2,626,892 $2,519,673 $107,219
2022 $31,554 $2,575,385 $2,470,268 $105,117
2021 $30,931 $2,524,888 $2,421,832 $103,056
2020 $30,291 $2,499,000 $2,397,000 $102,000
2019 $17,460 $1,390,915 $1,308,125 $82,790
2018 $16,989 $1,363,643 $1,282,476 $81,167
2017 $16,691 $1,336,906 $1,257,330 $79,576
2016 $16,251 $1,310,693 $1,232,677 $78,016
2015 $16,090 $1,291,007 $1,214,162 $76,845
2014 $15,726 $1,265,719 $1,190,379 $75,340
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Emma Elfving

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Emma Elfving

    Compass

    (650) 773-5115

    75 Total Sales

    Emma Elfving
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  • Erik Elfving

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Erik Elfving

    Compass

    (650) 773-5836

    31 Total Sales

    Erik Elfving
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  • Michael Repka

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Michael Repka

    Deleon Realty

    (650) 488-7325

    20 in this area

    799 Total Sales

    Michael Repka
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    The Elfving Group

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81743604

MLSListings

APN: 003-39-047

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94303 Duveneck-Saint Francis

885 Embarcadero Rd, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 885 Embarcadero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303 since 21 March 2019 and is currently estimated at $3,743,156, approximately $2,375 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 885 Embarcadero Rd is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Duveneck Elementary School, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Palo Alto High School.

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