Beautifully updated, this stylish townhome is ideally positioned on a cul-de-sac street in downtown Menlo Park, putting parks, shopping, and dining within easy reach. One of just 15 units, the home is spacious and bright with towering ceilings, expansive windows, and custom lighting combined with hardwood floors and plantation shutters for a sophisticated and chic ambiance. The homes personal accommodations are comprised of two bedroom suites, including the master with luxuriously remodeled bath, plus a wonderful customized office area. Adding to the appeal is an enchanting and private outdoor living area customized with paver stones, a charming arbor, and perfectly placed garden beds.
Sold for $2,225,000
$2,225,000
978 Menlo Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
2beds
2baths
1,795sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1988
1.05 Acres Lot
$2,303,300 Zestimate®
$1,240/sqft
$7,795 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,303,300
$2.07M - $2.56M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2.5
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,795 sqft
Property
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 112520020
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Menlo Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,162,654
- Annual tax amount: $14,233
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/21/2025 | Sold | $2,225,000+134.5%$1,240/sqft |
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| 2/11/2011 | Listing removed | $949,000$529/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker - Menlo Park #81047377 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $949,000+4.6%$529/sqft |
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| 12/23/2010 | Sold | $907,500-4.4%$506/sqft |
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| 9/29/2010 | Listed for sale | $949,000$529/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker - Menlo Park #81047377 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,233 +3% | $1,162,654 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,813 +2.4% | $1,139,857 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,487 +2.6% | $1,117,508 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,142 +1.5% | $1,095,597 +2% |
| 2021 | $12,954 +0.5% | $1,074,116 +1% |
| 2020 | $12,883 +1.5% | $1,063,103 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,687 +2.6% | $1,042,259 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,368 +1.6% | $1,021,824 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,168 +2.3% | $1,001,789 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,897 +3.2% | $982,147 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,532 | $967,396 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,532 | $948,447 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $944,162 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $925,650 |
| 2011 | -- | $925,650 +89.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $489,332 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $490,496 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $480,879 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $471,451 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $462,208 |
| 2005 | -- | $462,208 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $444,262 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $436,120 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $427,569 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $419,186 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $410,968 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown Menlo Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Oak Knoll Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Hillview Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Menlo-Atherton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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