957 University Dr Menlo Park, CA 94025
Downtown Menlo Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $31,125/month
Total Views
323
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,085
Sq Ft
$2,397
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Wood Flooring
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Oak Knoll Elementary School Rated A
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Spanish Architecture
About This Home
Refined sophistication and modern luxury converge in this masterfully updated 1920s Spanish-style residence in the heart of downtown Menlo Park. This exclusive property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Peninsula living with privacy, elegance, and walkability. The main level features 3 beds, 2 impeccably remodeled baths, a formal living room with period details, and an open-concept kitchen and dining area anchored by a large center island ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A fully independent lower-level studio suite, with its private entrance and own kitchen, bath and laundry, is perfectly suited for guests, live-in staff, or multigenerational living. Curated finishes include hardwood floors, bespoke lighting, and interiors that blend classic character with modern refinement. Outside, the home is framed by a private rear yard with fire pit, Redwood grove, outdoor kitchen and al fresco dining terrace - perfect for gatherings or quiet retreat. A gated driveway leads to a detached two-car garage with potential use for parking, a gym, office, or future ADU. Located in the prestigious Menlo Park school district and minutes from Stanford, downtown Palo Alto, Sand Hill Rd & top tech campuses, this is a distinguished downtown sanctuary of elegance and lifestyle.
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, July 27, 20251:00 to 4:00 pm7/27/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:007/27/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $41,622
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 8,917 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R3
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Guest Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,085 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Neighborhood Views
- Laundry in unit
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- Courtyard
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 071-272-430
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $41,622 | $3,684,856 | $3,104,565 | $580,291 |
| 2023 | $41,622 | $3,472,324 | $2,925,502 | $546,822 |
| 2022 | $39,758 | $3,404,240 | $2,868,140 | $536,100 |
| 2021 | $38,994 | $3,337,491 | $2,811,902 | $525,589 |
| 2020 | $38,797 | $3,303,270 | $2,783,070 | $520,200 |
| 2019 | $38,276 | $3,238,500 | $2,728,500 | $510,000 |
| 2018 | $7,803 | $499,836 | $249,918 | $249,918 |
| 2017 | $7,632 | $490,036 | $245,018 | $245,018 |
| 2016 | $7,291 | $480,428 | $240,214 | $240,214 |
| 2015 | $7,170 | $473,212 | $236,606 | $236,606 |
| 2014 | $6,995 | $463,944 | $231,972 | $231,972 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | For Sale | $4,998,000 | -- | $2,397 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,175,000 | Lawyers Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $127,000 | First American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,932,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $3,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $880,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $524,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $548,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $545,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $550,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $252,200 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82006229
APN: 071-272-430
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