$1,990,000
SOLD MAY 23, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,910 Sq Ft
6,811 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,042 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Room
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Meadows Elementary School Rated A-
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 959 Helen Drive, Millbrae - a beautifully updated home that offers generous space, modern comfort, and exceptional flexibility. Situated on a desirable corner lot, this expansive 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence has been thoughtfully refreshed with new interior paint, refinished hardwood floors, and stylish new light fixtures throughout. The main level features a bright and airy living room, a formal dining area, and a well-equipped eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet and counter space. Both the dining room and the inviting family room complete with a wet bar open directly to the backyard, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that's perfect for entertaining. This level also includes a spacious bedroom, a full bathroom, and a convenient half bath just off the family room. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom ideal for family, guests, or a home office. The primary suite offers excellent closet space and its own private balcony, providing a peaceful retreat. Outside, enjoy the benefits of a large front yard and a well-sized backyard perfect for relaxing, gardening, or gatherings with friends and family. Located close to top-rated schools, local parks, and community recreation, 959 Helen Drive is a wonderful place to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anthony Navarro

Harper Real Estate License #01491847 Listed on: 04/11/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Sonny Tang

Corcoran Icon Properties License #01949981

Corcoran Icon Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,314

Year Built

  • Built in 1956 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 6,811 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side by Side Parking

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,910 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Skylights
  • Raised Hearth
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Wine Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Parquet
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Deck

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 021-252-010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,314

Year Built

Built in 1956 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Mid-Century
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Closet, Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub
  • Master Bedroom Features: Balcony, Closet, Walk-In Closet 2+
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo, Formal Room
  • Appliances: Built-in Electric Oven, Built-in Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cook Top, Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Gas Oven, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Self/Cont Clean Oven
  • Bathroom Features: Tile, Tub, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Family Room Features: Deck Attached
  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Parquet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Skylight(s), Wet Bar
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Tile Counter
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s)
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1041.88
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Wine Storage Area
  • Square Footage: 1910.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Access: Side by Side
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Facing Front, Side-by-Side, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Type: On Site (Single Family Only)
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: MultiUnits, Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Fireplace(s)
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector

Schools

  • School District: San Mateo

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 021-252-010
  • Lot Features: Corner, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1564
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6811.00
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
  • Price Per Acre: 12723785.17

MLS Schools

  • School District County: San Mateo

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2025
Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Eleonore S Redmond Family Trust and Ross Christa Marie
Bought by
Kim Ji Sun and Leung Timothy Vince
Seller's Agent
Anthony Navarro
Harper Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sonny Tang
Corcoran Icon Properties
List Price
$1,929,000
Sold Price
$1,990,000
Premium/Discount to List
$61,000
3.16%
Views
59
Current Estimated Value
$1,980,270

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,730
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.87%
Original Mortgage
$1,209,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,207,607
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$772,663

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 1998
Sold by
Redmond E S
Bought by
Redmond Eleonore S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 1995
Sold by
Redmond William E
Bought by
Redmond Eleonore S
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,990,000 Wfg National Title Insurance C
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,209,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $77,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Sold $1,990,000 +3.2% $1,042 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2025 04/11/25 For Sale $1,929,000 -- $1,010 / Sq Ft
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

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 $3,314 $833,446 $481,823 $351,623
2023 $3,314 $188,039 $35,330 $152,709
2022 $2,195 $184,353 $34,638 $149,715
2021 $2,171 $180,739 $33,959 $146,780
2020 $2,138 $178,886 $33,611 $145,275
2019 $2,089 $175,379 $32,952 $142,427
2018 $2,147 $171,941 $32,306 $139,635
2017 $2,021 $168,571 $31,673 $136,898
2016 $1,986 $165,266 $31,052 $134,214
2015 $1,972 $162,784 $30,586 $132,198
2014 $1,930 $159,596 $29,987 $129,609
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 425028665

San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

APN: 021-252-010