Enjoy the extraordinary natural beauty of Allied Arts and the rare opportunity to live on Princeton Road. Hard wood floors and lots of light throughout this home create a welcoming oasis on one of the most coveted streets in Menlo Park. This 2 (potential 3rd) bedroom, 1 bath home (plus ADU) was completely renovated in 2005 and consists of 1636 sq. ft on a lot size of 7500 sq. ft. The renovation was meticulously planned with the finest construction materials. The modern gourmet kitchen features top of the line appliances and spacious bar seating with natural stone counter tops. Large room off the kitchen can function as a family room or extra bedroom. Large bathroom has an extra deep V & A soaking tub. Primary bedroom has an extra-large walk-in closet. The backyard is a gardener's dream with versatile outdoor seating and meditation rooms. Back cottage and wine room offer plenty of space where possibilities abound. Close to AAG MP, PA and the bike bridge to Stanford University. A+ schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
7,500 sq ftLot Size
$2,388Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Keyko Pintz•DRE #02011298• Intero Real Estate Services
Contact: 650-224-9815
Bought with Lan L. Bowling•DRE #01248958• Keller Williams Palo Alto
DELIGHTFUL CAPE COD IN EXCELLENT ALLIED ARTS LOCATION. INCLUDES SUNNY FAMILY ROOM AND FORMAL DINING ROOM. HARDWOOD FLOORS AND CROWN MOLDING. ONE BEDROOM HAS SPACE FOR OFFICE OR SITTING AREA. PRVT REAR YARD W/ PATIOS. OPEN
Public Records
Apr 20, 1995
Sold
$459,000
$281/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,154 (+2.8%)
$3,183,624 + $636,724
$3,820,348
2024
$42,955 (+132.2%)
$3,121,200 + $624,240
$3,745,440
2023
$18,502 (+2.8%)
$3,060,000 + $612,000
$3,672,000
2022
$18,005 (+2.7%)
$664,777 + $767,789
$1,432,566
2021
$17,536 (+0.7%)
$651,743 + $752,736
$1,404,479
2020
$17,409 (+1.5%)
$638,964 + $737,977
$1,376,941
2019
$17,157 (+2.7%)
$632,413 + $730,411
$1,362,824
2018
$16,711 (+1.7%)
$620,013 + $716,090
$1,336,103
2017
$16,429 (+3.2%)
$595,938 + $688,286
$1,284,224
2016
$15,916 (+1.1%)
$595,938 + $688,286
$1,284,224
2015
$15,738 (+1.9%)
$584,253 + $674,791
$1,259,044
2014
$15,441 (+4.6%)
$564,205 + $651,638
$1,215,843
2012
$14,756 (+2.1%)
$561,656 + $648,694
$1,210,350
2011
$14,453 (+0.2%)
$550,644 + $635,976
$1,186,620
2010
$14,417 (+5.9%)
$539,848 + $623,507
$1,163,355
2009
$13,620 (+3.4%)
$535,814 + $618,848
$1,154,662
2008
$13,176
$537,087 + $620,319
$1,157,406
Tax history for 205 Princeton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$44,154 (+2.8%)
$3,183,624 + $636,724
$3,820,348
2024
$42,955 (+132.2%)
$3,121,200 + $624,240
$3,745,440
2023
$18,502 (+2.8%)
$3,060,000 + $612,000
$3,672,000
2022
$18,005 (+2.7%)
$664,777 + $767,789
$1,432,566
2021
$17,536 (+0.7%)
$651,743 + $752,736
$1,404,479
2020
$17,409 (+1.5%)
$638,964 + $737,977
$1,376,941
2019
$17,157 (+2.7%)
$632,413 + $730,411
$1,362,824
2018
$16,711 (+1.7%)
$620,013 + $716,090
$1,336,103
2017
$16,429 (+3.2%)
$595,938 + $688,286
$1,284,224
2016
$15,916 (+1.1%)
$595,938 + $688,286
$1,284,224
2015
$15,738 (+1.9%)
$584,253 + $674,791
$1,259,044
2014
$15,441 (+4.6%)
$564,205 + $651,638
$1,215,843
2012
$14,756 (+2.1%)
$561,656 + $648,694
$1,210,350
2011
$14,453 (+0.2%)
$550,644 + $635,976
$1,186,620
2010
$14,417 (+5.9%)
$539,848 + $623,507
$1,163,355
2009
$13,620 (+3.4%)
$535,814 + $618,848
$1,154,662
2008
$13,176
$537,087 + $620,319
$1,157,406
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,636
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
071393130
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Nov 20, 2019 • Final
Building
Perform an interior alteration to an existing detached garage. Construct two new walls to create a storage area.
ADU
Remodel
Nov 20, 2019 • Final
Building
Construct a single-story addition to the rear of a single-family home. Remodel the kitchen and bathroom, and enlarge the existing master bedroom.
Addition
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Elementary School District: Menlo Park City Elementary
High School District: Sequoia Union High
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,636
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1979
County: San Mateo County
APN: 071393130
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oak Knoll Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Hillview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Menlo-Atherton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
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