NOT LISTED FOR SALE

951 Bryant St Palo Alto, CA 94301

University South Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $5,292,250 - $6,297,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,831 Sq Ft
$2,074/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 01, 2015

Last sale price $4,050,000 $1,431 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $34,694/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Skyline View
  • Deck
  • Addison Elementary School Rated A+
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • 1-minute walk to Scott Park

About This Home

As of September 2015

Quintessential brown-shingle Professorville home is seamlessly remodeled, integrating original craftsman style with modern features & convenience. Spacious living room with rich wood paneling & high open beam ceiling features a reading alcove & fireplace. Separate family room with generous built-ins. Remodeled open kitchen-dining room is ideal for relaxed entertaining. Large sunny bedrooms & separate tree-top apartment! Romantic garden setting & perfect location just blocks to downtown!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol,Nicole & James

Compass License #07000304 Listed on: 07/26/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Sherry Bucolo

Compass License #00613242

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $59,652

Year Built

  • Built in 1898

Lot Details

  • 5,619 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,831 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Whole House Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Cellar
  • Separate Family Room
  • Library
  • Bonus Room
  • Skyline Views
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 120-17-086

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$59,652

Year Built

Built in 1898

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Age: 117
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2831
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1898
  • Zoning Description: R2
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Hookups - Gas, Ice Maker, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven - Gas, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry Cabinet, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 2831
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry: Hookup - Washer/Dryer, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Unfinished, Bonus / Hobby Room, Formal Entry, In-Law Unit, Library, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Skylight, Tile, Tub, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Deck, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan, Whole House / Attic Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air - Gas, Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • School District: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School: Addison Elementary
  • Middle School: David Starr Jordan Middle
  • High School: Palo Alto High
  • High School: 327
  • Elementary School: 309
  • Middle School: 329

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 120-17-086
  • Lot Acres: 0.1290
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5663.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5663.00
  • Soil: Unknown

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Energy Star Appliances, Whole House Fan

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Addison Elementary
  • High School Text: Palo Alto High
  • Middle School Text: David Starr Jordan Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2015
Closed on
Aug 25, 2015
Sold by
Skinner Peter K and Skinner Earl Marie
Bought by
Fang Zhen and Zhen Fang Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Carol,Nicole & James
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sherry Bucolo
Compass
List Price
$3,995,100
Sold Price
$4,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$54,900
1.37%
Current Estimated Value
$5,455,063

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,405,063
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.05%
Original Mortgage
$2,632,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,953,320
Interest Rate
2.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,006,257

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1997
Sold by
Engel Paul T and Engel Monica
Bought by
Skinner Peter K and Skinner Earl Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
7.23%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Fang Zhen $4,050,000 Lawyers Title Company Of Ca
Skinner Peter K $930,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fang Zhen $2,632,500
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $510,500
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $116,800
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $575,000
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $580,000
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $583,000
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $588,000
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $50,000
Previous Owner Skinner Peter K $550,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/01/2015 09/01/15 Sold $4,050,000 +1.4% $1,431 / Sq Ft
08/07/2015 08/07/15 Pending -- -- --
07/26/2015 07/26/15 For Sale $3,995,100 -- $1,411 / 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
2024 $59,652 $5,000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000
2023 $61,116 $5,100,000 $3,450,000 $1,650,000
2022 $60,418 $5,000,000 $3,700,000 $1,300,000
2021 $60,395 $5,927,900 $4,051,500 $1,876,400
2020 $65,618 $5,500,000 $4,000,000 $1,500,000
2019 $61,549 $5,110,000 $3,500,000 $1,610,000
2018 $59,716 $5,784,415 $3,953,520 $1,830,895
2017 $51,607 $4,302,956 $3,876,000 $426,956
2016 $48,365 $4,050,000 $3,800,000 $250,000
2015 $15,441 $1,235,582 $969,870 $265,712
2014 -- $1,211,380 $950,872 $260,508
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Carol,Nicole & James

    Compass

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  • Sherry Bucolo

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Sherry Bucolo

    Compass

    (650) 207-9909

    2 in this area

    43 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81497009

MLSListings

APN: 120-17-086

California Santa Clara County Palo Alto 94301 University South

951 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA

This home is located at 951 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 since 26 July 2015 and is currently estimated at $5,872,063, approximately $2,074 per square foot. This property was built in 1898. 951 Bryant St is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Addison Elementary School, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, and Palo Alto High School.

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