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  • $5,850,000

    253 Princeton Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025

    4beds
    3,070sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1914
    7,500 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,906/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Automatic gateAbundant natural lightSite-finished hardwood floorsBeautiful millworkCarrara marble countersPocket doorsBuilt-in banquette seating
    Craftsman-style home in the heart of Allied Arts showcasing exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design and completely rebuilt in 2000. A covered porch with swing and bead board ceiling welcomes you. Site-finished hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and beautiful millwork creating a warm and refined interior. The living room features window seat, while a flexible media room with built-in seating platform, and pocket doors also serves as the main-level bedroom with adjacent full bath. The kitchen offers white inset cabinetry, Carrara marble counters, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Thermador oven, Wolf five-burner cooktop, and built-in banquette seating. French doors open to a large arbor-covered patio ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Upstairs includes a spacious primary suite, sitting area, walk-in closet, and zen-like bath. Two additional bedrooms and an oversized lounge with built-in desks provide flexible living and workspace. Designed by Anna Williamson and rebuilt in 2000, the home features custom lofts and hidden spaces throughout. The private yard includes lawn, mature plantings, lemon tree, hydrangeas, automatic gate,and a finished detached one-car garage with covered patio, ideal for office, gym, or recreation.Close to downtown MP, Palo Alto, Stanford-top MP schools.
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    1,650
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 16, 2026 at 02:24am

    Listed by:

    Judy Citron 01825569 650-400-8424,

    Compass 650-462-1111,

    Talia Citron 01987761 650-465-4814,

    Compass

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82038774MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Dining room
      • Features: DiningArea
      Family room
      • Features: Other
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Washer/Dryer
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,070
      • Total interior livable area: 3,070 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 7,500 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 071393100
      • Zoning: R10008
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1914

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: PublicUtilities
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Menlo Park

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,906/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $4,729,264
      • Annual tax amount: $54,853
      • Date on market: 3/16/2026
      • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
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        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/16/2026Listed for sale$5,850,000+46.4%$1,906/sqft
        Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82038774 Report a problem
        3/8/2016Sold$3,995,000-0.1%$1,301/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/28/2015Listed for sale$3,998,000+5.2%$1,302/sqft
        Source: Alain Pinel Realtors #ML81512168 Report a problem
        4/25/2014Sold$3,800,000-2.6%$1,238/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/11/2014Listed for sale$3,900,000$1,270/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/28/2014Pending sale$3,900,000$1,270/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        3/23/2014Listed for sale$3,900,000+212%$1,270/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        9/2/1999Sold$1,250,000$407/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$54,853 +2.8%$4,729,264 +2%
        2024$53,364 +1.9%$4,636,534 +2%
        2023$52,380 +2.7%$4,545,622 +2%
        2022$50,995 +1.8%$4,456,494 +2%
        2021$50,078 +0.5%$4,369,112 +1%
        2020$49,846 +1.3%$4,324,314 +2%
        2019$49,185 +2.5%$4,239,524 +2%
        2018$48,008 +1.4%$4,156,398 +2%
        2017$47,334 +3.7%$4,074,900 +3.6%
        2016$45,631 +0.8%$3,935,030 +1.5%
        2015$45,257 +133.9%$3,875,924 +147.3%
        2014$19,348 $1,567,240 +0.5%
        2013-- $1,560,158 +2%
        2012-- $1,529,568
        2011-- $1,529,568 +2.8%
        2010-- $1,488,372 -0.2%
        2009-- $1,491,908 +2%
        2008-- $1,462,656 +2%
        2007-- $1,433,978 +2%
        2006-- $1,405,862
        2005-- $1,405,862 +4%
        2004-- $1,351,274 +1.9%
        2003-- $1,326,510 +2%
        2002-- $1,300,500 +2%
        2001-- $1,275,000 +2%
        2000-- $1,250,000

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $35,041/mo
        Principal & interest
        $29581
        Property taxes
        $5460
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: Allied Arts

          Getting around

          65 / 100
          Somewhat Walkable
          38 / 100
          Some Transit
          85 / 100
          Very Bikeable

          Nearby schools

          GreatSchools rating
          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Middle: HillviewMiddle_1
          • High: MenloAthertonHigh
          • District: MenloParkCityElementary

          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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