Set against the pastoral charm of Barron Park, this expansive home sits on more than a quarter-acre of land. A brick courtyard welcomes you into nearly 3,200 square feet of light-filled interiors featuring hardwood floors throughout. The thoughtfully designed floorplan includes spacious gathering areas, a cozy fireplace, a chefs kitchen with premium appliances, and five comfortable bedrooms, including a walk-out primary suite. Outside, the serene backyard offers ample space for both entertaining and relaxation, while additional features include air conditioning and a 2-car garage. Enjoy the serenity of this sought-after neighborhood with lush surroundings, iconic Bol Park and its beloved donkeys, and scenic biking and walking paths, all while being minutes from the vibrant shops and restaurants of California Avenue and The Village at San Antonio Center. Plus, the home is served by top-ranked schools Barron Park Elementary, Fletcher Middle, and Gunn High (buyer to verify eligibility).
Sold for $4,900,000
$4,900,000
742 La Para Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306
5beds
3,185sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1978
0.28 Acres Lot
$4,700,200 Zestimate®
$1,538/sqft
$7,797 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,700,200
$4.28M - $5.17M
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Cozy fireplaceSerene backyardBrick courtyardWalk-out primary suiteLight-filled interiorsSpacious gathering areasFive comfortable bedrooms
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Listed by:
DeLeon Team 70010006 650-900-7000,
Deleon Realty 650-543-8500
Bought with:
Arti Miglani, 01150085
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Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81993765
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Office
Bedroom
- Features: WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, Granite, PrimarySunkenTub, ShowerandTub, SolidSurface, StallShower, Tile, FullonGroundFloor, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Granite, IslandwithSink
Heating
- Central Forced Air, Fireplace(s), 2 plus Zones
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Built In Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Tub/Sink, Inside
Features
- One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,185
- Total interior livable area: 3,185 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Drought Tolerant Plants
- Fencing: Perimeter,Gate,Mixed Height Type,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 13713148
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,538/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,255,593
- Annual tax amount: $16,123
- Date on market: 2/12/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/7/2025 | Sold | $4,900,000+9.2%$1,538/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81993765 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2025 | Pending sale | $4,488,000$1,409/sqft |
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| 2/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,488,000$1,409/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81993765 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,123 +4.2% | $1,255,593 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,474 +2.1% | $1,230,974 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,162 +1.2% | $1,206,838 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,980 +2% | $1,183,176 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,683 +6% | $1,159,977 +5.9% |
| 2020 | $13,847 | $1,095,084 +23.1% |
| 2019 | $13,847 +23.6% | $889,299 +2% |
| 2018 | $11,200 | $871,863 +2% |
| 2017 | $11,200 +1.8% | $854,769 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,002 +4.6% | $838,010 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $10,520 +2.7% | $825,423 +2% |
| 2014 | $10,244 | $809,255 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $805,599 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $789,804 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $774,318 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $768,532 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $770,358 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $755,254 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $740,446 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $725,928 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $711,696 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $697,742 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $684,955 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $671,526 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $658,359 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Barron Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Barron Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Ellen Fletcher MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Henry M. Gunn High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: BarronParkElementary
- Middle: TermanMiddle
- High: HenryMGunnHigh
- District: PaloAltoUnified
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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