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  • $1,398,300

    256 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA 94404

    2beds
    1,589sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1987
    919 Square Feet Lot
    $1,398,300 Zestimate®
    $880/sqft
    $3,996 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,398,300

    $1.31M - $1.50M

    $3,996/mo

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    What's special

    This stunning townhome is beautifully updated and ideally located on the interior courtyard. The original Boston Plan 3rd floor loft has been expanded to a full floor that includes a large family room with office area and fireplace. The luxurious master suite features vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet with custom organizers, vanity with double sinks, a large soaking tub and separate stall shower. Living room features a fireplace, bar area with wine fridge and slider that opens to a balcony facing the peaceful courtyard and fountain. Many upgrades including hardwood floors, plantation shutters and energy efficient windows, new Berber carpet, built in speakers, updated kitchen and baths, high ceilings, in-unit laundry, large 2 car attached garage with storage cabinets and additional storage in basement area. Community pool is conveniently located just across the courtyard. Great central location close to shopping, parks and easy access to HWY 92 & 101. Top rated schools.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer / Dryer, Inside
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,589 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Lot
    • Size: 919 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 094051630

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1987

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Public Utilities

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Fire System - Sprinkler, Security Alarm
    Location
    • Region: Foster City

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $399 monthly

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities Misc.: High Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
    • Listing Class: Residential
    • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage
    • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
    • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
    • Fireplaces: Gas Starter, Insert
    • Kitchen: Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Dishwasher, Cooktop - Electric, Refrigerator
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
    • Family Room: Separate Family Room
    • Foundation: Concrete Slab, Crawl Space
    • Water: Public
    • Bathroom: Stall Shower - 2+, Double Sinks, Granite, Updated Bath, Master - Oversized Tub, Master - Stall Shower(s)
    • Association Fees Include: Reserves, Common Area Electricity, Exterior Painting, Spa, or Tennis, Insurance - Common Area, Maintenance - Common Area, Landscaping / Gardening, Pool
    • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
    • Roof: Metal
    • Security Features: Fire System - Sprinkler, Security Alarm
    • Utilities: Public Utilities
    • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
    • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas
    • Structure SqFt Source: Other
    • Dining Room: Dining Area
    • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level
    • Additional Rooms: Office Area
    • HOA Exist Y/N: 1
    • HOA Fee: 399
    • Additional Listing Info: Not Applicable
    • Laundry: Washer / Dryer, Inside
    • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
    • Unit Features: Unit Faces Common Area

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/31/2020Sold$1,238,000-0.9%$779/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81813168 Report a problem
    12/1/2020Pending sale$1,249,000$786/sqft
    Source: Compass #ML81813168 Report a problem
    11/6/2020Price change$1,249,000-3%$786/sqft
    Source: Compass #ML81813168 Report a problem
    9/29/2020Listed for sale$1,288,000+6%$811/sqft
    Source: Compass #ML81813168 Report a problem
    2/25/2016Sold$1,215,000+10.7%$765/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    2/4/2016Pending sale$1,098,000$691/sqft
    Source: Elite Properties #ML81547943 Report a problem
    1/25/2016Listed for sale$1,098,000+278.6%$691/sqft
    Source: Elite Properties #ML81547943 Report a problem
    10/24/1997Sold$290,000$183/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$15,873 +1.5%$1,340,048 +2%
    2024$15,645 +2.1%$1,313,774 +2%
    2023$15,322 +1.3%$1,288,014 +2%
    2022$15,123 +1.3%$1,262,760 +2%
    2021$14,928 -3.5%$1,238,000 -5.9%
    2020$15,470 +5.6%$1,315,153 +2%
    2019$14,656 +3.9%$1,289,366 +2%
    2018$14,103 +1.1%$1,264,085 +2%
    2017$13,945 +201.2%$1,239,300 +216.8%
    2016$4,630 +5.1%$391,148 +1.5%
    2015$4,405 $385,274 +2%
    2014$4,405 $377,728 +0.5%
    2013-- $376,022 +2%
    2012-- $368,650
    2011-- $368,650 +2.8%
    2010-- $358,722 -0.2%
    2009-- $359,576 +2%
    2008-- $352,526 +2%
    2007-- $345,614 +2%
    2006-- $338,838
    2005-- $338,838 +4%
    2004-- $325,684 +1.9%
    2003-- $319,716 +2%
    2002-- $313,448 +2%
    2001-- $307,302 +2%
    2000-- $301,278

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    Neighborhood: Town Center

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