Opportunity meets charm at 541 Palmer Ave, nestled in Menlo Park's North Fair Oaks neighborhood. This property offers the chance to build your dream home or remodel/expand the existing four-bedroom, three-bathroom residence, complemented by a detached garage with bonus space. Situated on a flat, rectangular 12,000 square foot lot, the potential is endless. Palmer Lane boasts several newer and larger homes, offering a unique canvas to customize your next home. Step inside to discover a privately fenced sanctuary featuring large windows that flood the interior with natural light. Hardwood floors add warmth and character to the flexible floorplan, which includes a formal dining room ideal for elegant gatherings and cherished memories. Centrally located near downtown Menlo Park, Palo Alto, 101, Stanford, and Atherton, this property combines serenity with accessibility. Don't miss this chance to create your ideal living space in Silicon Valley. Schedule a tour today and unlock the possibilities awaiting you at 541 Palmer Ave.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1922
Stories: 1
Living Area: 2,140 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Represent Realty
Office Phone: (650) 804-2393
Listing Agent: Dana Carmel
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior: Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.28 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: None
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Menlo-Atherton High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Cross Street: Middlefield Ave
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,798,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,307/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $21,381
Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $396.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $95/SqFt less than other homes in Menlo Park, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #ML81962787
Listing Office:
Office Name: Represent Realty
Office Phone: (650) 804-2393
Listing Agent: Dana Carmel
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Dec 31, 2020
Dec 31, 2020Home Sold
$2,500,000
Dec 10, 2014
Dec 10, 2014Home Sold
$1,668,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$21,381
$2,500,000
2020
$21,245
$1,833,027
2019
$20,618
$1,797,086
2018
$20,619
$1,761,850
2017
$20,221
$1,727,305
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.
High School
6
/10
Menlo-Atherton High School
555 Middlefield Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.31 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Taft Elementary School
Tenth Ave And Bay Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.57 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Encinal Elementary School
195 Encinal Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.74 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
2
/10
Fair Oaks Elementary School
2950 Fair Oaks Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.80 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Garfield Elementary School
3600 Middlefield Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.51 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
3
/10
Hoover Elementary School
701 Charter St
Distance between this listing and this school1.38 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
4
/10
Selby Lane Elementary School
170 Selby Ln
Distance between this listing and this school1.78 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Menlo-Atherton High School
555 Middlefield Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.31 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Summit Preparatory Charter High School
890 Broadway St
Distance between this listing and this school1.32 miles
Public Charter Grades 9-12
3
/10
East Palo Alto Academy
475 Pope St
Distance between this listing and this school2.14 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $126,563. Typical income of Menlo Park, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 541 Palmer Ln
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 541 Palmer Ln property is $2,798,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 541 Palmer Ln is a house located in Menlo Park, California, 94025.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 541 Palmer Ln is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 541 Palmer Ln are: Menlo-Atherton High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $21,381 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on December 31, 2020 for $2,500,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 541 Palmer Ln has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 541 Palmer Ln is 2,140 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 541 Palmer Ln is 1922.
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This home is located at 541 Palmer Ln in Menlo Park, CA and zip code 94025 in the Barney Park neighborhood. This 2,140 square foot home, which was built in 1922, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,798,000.
Menlo Park, CA housing market in April 2024 saw over 14 listings sold above listed price, more than 4 sold at listed price and over 8 sold below. Between March 2024 and April 2024, Menlo Park, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 31%. Listings spent 12 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $2,401,333 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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