Located at end of cul-de-sac this exceptional gated estate blends timeless architecture with beautifully remodeled interiors on nearly one-half acre of private, sun-filled grounds with the ultimate in flexibility with an approximately 1,180 sq ft beautifully remodeled detached guest house. Elegant formal living and dining rooms complement a stunning remodeled chef's kitchen with Dolomite countertops, Thermador appliances, a large island, mosaic tile accents,spacious breakfast room. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room with stone fireplace and French doors leading to expansive outdoor patios. Flexible living includes a main-level guest suite, office or second main floor bedroom, 4 beds up including the luxurious primary with walk-in closet and stunning remodeled spa-inspired marble bath. The detached guest house features a great room with fireplace, full kitchen, bedroom, and bath, ideal for guests or a private office. Resort-inspired grounds offer travertine terraces, level lawn, mature landscaping, a playhouse, playground, Basketball court area, and ample room for a future pool. Additional features include, playroom, laundry room, unfinished basement, attached 3-car garage in exceptional location just minutes from downtown Menlo Park, parks, and commute routes.
Pending
$6,249,000
559 Placitas Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
5beds
5,000sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1994
0.45 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,250/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 29 days |
- 1,494 |
- 78 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Judy Citron 01825569 650-400-8424,
Compass 650-462-1111,
Talia Citron 01987761 650-465-4814,
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82054755
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Laundry
Bathroom
- Features: FullonGroundFloor, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Washer/Dryer
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,000
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Electric Gate
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 060154010
- Zoning: R10010
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Concrete, Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Menlo Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,154,825
- Annual tax amount: $48,401
- Date on market: 7/19/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | Pending sale | $6,249,000$1,250/sqft |
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| 7/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,249,000+19%$1,250/sqft |
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| 10/16/2023 | Sold | $5,250,000-4.5%$1,050/sqft |
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| 9/14/2023 | Pending sale | $5,495,000$1,099/sqft |
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| 8/14/2023 | Price change | $5,495,000-8.3%$1,099/sqft |
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| 6/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $5,995,000+67.5%$1,199/sqft |
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| 2/9/2016 | Sold | $3,580,000+5.9%$716/sqft |
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| 2/3/2016 | Pending sale | $3,380,000$676/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors - Menlo Park #81548979 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2016 | Listed for sale | $3,380,000+47.7%$676/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors #ML81548979 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2011 | Sold | $2,289,000-2.1%$458/sqft |
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| 6/12/2011 | Price change | $2,338,000-0.5%$468/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Menlo Park-Santa Cruz Ave. #81125929 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2011 | Price change | $2,349,000-2.1%$470/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams #81102014 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2011 | Price change | $2,399,000-2.1%$480/sqft |
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| 11/22/2010 | Price change | $2,450,000-1.8%$490/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams #81016028 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2010 | Price change | $2,495,000-3.9%$499/sqft |
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| 5/24/2010 | Price change | $2,595,000-2.1%$519/sqft |
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| 5/6/2010 | Price change | $2,650,000-3.6%$530/sqft |
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| 4/2/2010 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000$550/sqft |
Source: Cashin Company-Woodside Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $48,401 -20.3% | $4,154,825 -20.9% |
| 2024 | $60,742 +27.2% | $5,250,000 +28.9% |
| 2023 | $47,744 +4.9% | $4,073,424 +2% |
| 2022 | $45,518 +1.1% | $3,993,554 +2% |
| 2021 | $45,037 +1.4% | $3,915,250 +1% |
| 2020 | $44,401 +0.6% | $3,875,105 +2% |
| 2019 | $44,152 +3% | $3,799,124 +2% |
| 2018 | $42,869 +1.9% | $3,724,632 +2% |
| 2017 | $42,066 +46.9% | $3,651,600 +50.4% |
| 2016 | $28,637 +3.9% | $2,428,718 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $27,553 +2.1% | $2,392,238 +2% |
| 2014 | $26,991 | $2,345,378 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $2,334,780 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,289,000 +185.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $801,769 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $780,176 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $782,031 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $766,698 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $751,666 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $736,929 |
| 2005 | -- | $736,929 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $708,315 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $695,334 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $681,700 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $668,335 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $655,231 |
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Neighborhood: Fair Oaks
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Garfield Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- NASequoia District Adult EducationGrades: Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Menlo-Atherton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: MenloAthertonHigh
- District: RedwoodCityElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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