Stunning single level home in desirable Palo Alto area, newly built in 2019; 4 BR, 1 Office, 4.5 BA. Designed and built to the highest standard, with the impeccable fit and finish. A perfect blend of function, aesthetics, and comfort from the gorgeous chef's kitchen to the spacious family room. Thermador refrigerator, wine cooler, and built in espresso coffee machine for your daily needs and party guests. Smart home system with 2 A/C , 2 furnace units to satisfy energy efficiency. Drought-tolerant plants with drip irrigation. Low-maintenance backyard featuring pavers. Fruit trees: plums, apricots, apples, lemons, pomegranates, figs, and grapes. Tesla solar panels (9.6 kW). Only a quick 10 min drive to the retail and restaurants in downtown Los Altos, Mountain View and Palo Alto. Additionally, This sought-after location grants easy access to two parks, is only moments to The Village at San Antonio Center, and commuting options including Caltrain, Central Expressway, Hwy 101 and 280. All this plus its beautifully situated, ready to move in, and is zoned to highly sought-after Los Altos schools. Welcome to your Dream Home!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Custom
Year Built: 2018
Stories: 1
Living Area: 3,686 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Casas Real Estate
Office Phone: (650) 823-6077
Listing Agent: Scott Casas
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Dryer, Washer
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior: Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace: Living Room
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 4
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.22 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School, Public District Grades 7-8
Santa Rita Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Cross Street: Miller Ave
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $5,188,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,407/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $55,888
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $1.9M more than the Median Sold Price and $361/SqFt less than other homes in Palo Alto, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #ML81985359
Listing Office:
Office Name: Casas Real Estate
Office Phone: (650) 823-6077
Listing Agent: Scott Casas
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Mar 14, 2019
Mar 14, 2019Home Sold
$4,459,000
Mar 29, 2017
Mar 29, 2017Home Sold
$2,100,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$55,888
$4,595,193
2020
$55,887
$4,548,076
2019
$26,339
$3,130,320
2018
$26,340
$2,142,000
2017
$1,682
$63,255
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
6
/10
Santa Rita Elementary School
700 Los Altos Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.03 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Middle School
8
/10
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
100 W Portola Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.82 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Santa Rita Elementary School
700 Los Altos Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.03 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
445 E Charleston Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.73 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Juana Briones Elementary School
4100 Orme St
Distance between this listing and this school0.79 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
100 W Portola Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.82 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Terman Middle School
655 Arastradero Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.69 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Bullis Charter
102 W Portola Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.80 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Henry M. Gunn High School
780 Arastradero Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.06 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
9
/10
Los Altos High School
201 Almond Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.52 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
9
/10
Palo Alto High School
50 Embarcadero Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.01 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,500. Residents of Palo Alto, CA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 156 Monroe Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 156 Monroe Dr property is $5,188,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 156 Monroe Dr is a house located in Palo Alto, California, 94306.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 156 Monroe Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 156 Monroe Dr are: Santa Rita Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Ardis G. Egan Junior High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $55,888 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on March 14, 2019 for $4,459,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 156 Monroe Dr has 4 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 156 Monroe Dr is 3,686 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 156 Monroe Dr is 2018.
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This home is located at 156 Monroe Dr in Palo Alto, CA and zip code 94306 in the Monroe neighborhood. This 3,686 square foot home, which was built in 2018, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 02, 2024 and is currently priced at $5,188,000.
While more than 33 listings in Palo Alto, CA in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 16 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Palo Alto, CA between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 8%. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $3,239,033, while the average time on the real estate market was 19 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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