Stylish Retreat in Desired Menlo Park. Move-in-ready! This home sits on a generous corner lot and is the perfect blend of style, functionality, and comfort. Bright interiors, bay windows, and a skylight fill the home with natural light, enhancing its architectural charm. The open-concept floor plan seamlessly connects the living room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast bar, and built-in service bar, ideal for entertaining or everyday living. Three spacious bedrooms and two updated bathrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, a Lutron lighting system, and custom drapery for a refined touch. The garage has been thoughtfully transformed into a custom 2-in-1 gym and parking space, complete with recessed lighting, a portable A/C unit, and an EV charger, allowing for form and function without compromise. Serene, thoughtfully curated landscaping with Japanese maples, apple and lemon trees, blueberries, grape vines, and a blooming rose bed creates a lush, private garden retreat. Easy access to Highway 101, Palo Alto, Stanford University, Meta (Facebook), and top-rated Menlo Park schools. Minutes from the newly redeveloped Flood Park, featuring expansive open space, sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas perfect for recreation and family enjoyment.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
6,592 sq ftLot Size
$1,798Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Samira Amid-Hozour•DRE #01445386• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82014126
Sep 9, 2025
Sold
$2,895,000
$1,692/sq ft
Sep 9, 2025
Sold
$2,895,000
$1,692/sq ft
Jul 27, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 27, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 10, 2025
Listed
$2,895,000
$1,692/sq ft
Jul 10, 2025
Listed
$2,895,000
$1,692/sq ft
Stylish Retreat in Desired Menlo Park. Move-in-ready! This home sits on a generous corner lot and is the perfect blend of style, functionality, and comfort. Bright interiors, bay windows, and a skylight fill the home with natural light, enhancing its architectural charm. The open-concept floor plan seamlessly connects the living room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast bar, and built-in service bar, ideal for entertaining or everyday living. Three spacious bedrooms and two updated bathrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, a Lutron lighting system, and custom drapery for a refined touch. The garage has been thoughtfully transformed into a custom 2-in-1 gym and parking space, complete with recessed lighting, a portable A/C unit, and an EV charger, allowing for form and function without compromise. Serene, thoughtfully curated landscaping with Japanese maples, apple and lemon trees, blueberries, grape vines, and a blooming rose bed creates a lush, private garden retreat. Easy access to Highway 101, Palo Alto, Stanford University, Meta (Facebook), and top-rated Menlo Park schools. Minutes from the newly redeveloped Flood Park, featuring expansive open space, sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas perfect for recreation and family enjoyment.
MLSListings #ML81726688
Nov 13, 2018
Sold
$2,200,000
$1,286/sq ft
Nov 13, 2018
Sold
$2,200,000
$1,286/sq ft
Oct 18, 2018
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2018
Listed
$1,998,000
$1,168/sq ft
Oct 8, 2018
Listed
$1,998,000
$1,168/sq ft
If you look up the definition of curb appeal, you just might see "539 Bay Road". The gardens have been carefully crafted and tended, A generous corner lot has been transformed into a restful oasis. The inside is just magical. Remodeled and expanded in 2016, the home takes advantage of the garden views and offers a bright open interior with skylights, large windows and beautiful architectural details. The kitchen has been completely redone and offers a well-designed work space that opens to the living and dining room. A breakfast bar, and a service bar with an additional sink and wine fridge are welcome additions that help facilitate entertaining. There are three bedrooms and two beautifully updated baths. The large master suite offers tray ceiling, recessed lighting and a custom closet system. The home is conveniently located by commuter routes, Stanford, Facebook and local schools.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81208208
Mar 28, 2012
Sold
$1,100,000
$643/sq ft
Mar 28, 2012
Sold
$1,100,000
$643/sq ft
Mar 22, 2012
Pending
—
Mar 14, 2012
Pending
—
Mar 4, 2012
Listed
$1,059,000
$619/sq ft
Mar 4, 2012
Listed
$1,059,000
$619/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80708915
Mar 28, 2007
Sold
$945,000
$552/sq ft
Mar 28, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Mar 7, 2007
Sold
$945,000
$552/sq ft
Feb 23, 2007
Listed
$949,500
$555/sq ft
Feb 23, 2007
Listed
$949,500
$555/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 31, 2002
Sold
$575,000
$336/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80263126
Dec 31, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Dec 31, 2002
Sold
$575,000
$336/sq ft
Dec 16, 2002
Sold
$575,000
$336/sq ft
Dec 2, 2002
Listed
$575,000
$336/sq ft
Dec 2, 2002
Listed
$575,000
$336/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 28, 1990
Sold
$312,500
$183/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,022 (+2.8%)
$1,745,000 + $1,150,000
$2,895,000
2024
$29,198 (+2.0%)
$1,974,466 + $479,670
$2,454,136
2023
$28,626 (+2.7%)
$1,935,751 + $470,265
$2,406,016
2022
$27,863 (+2.2%)
$1,897,796 + $461,045
$2,358,841
2021
$27,261 (+0.6%)
$1,860,585 + $452,005
$2,312,590
2020
$27,101 (+1.4%)
$1,824,103 + $443,143
$2,267,246
2019
$26,726 (+55.6%)
$1,805,400 + $438,600
$2,244,000
2018
$17,178 (+1.7%)
$1,770,000 + $430,000
$2,200,000
2017
$16,889 (+6.5%)
$595,241 + $728,861
$1,324,102
2016
$15,854 (+7.6%)
$595,241 + $728,861
$1,324,102
2015
$14,740 (+2.0%)
$583,570 + $668,570
$1,252,140
2014
$14,457 (+12.7%)
$563,546 + $563,546
$1,127,092
2012
$12,826 (+14.1%)
$561,000 + $561,000
$1,122,000
2011
$11,240 (+0.3%)
$703,997 + $303,998
$1,007,995
2010
$11,205 (−6.4%)
$650,000 + $220,000
$870,000
2009
$11,966 (+3.2%)
$650,000 + $220,000
$870,000
2008
$11,600
$686,664 + $296,514
$983,178
Tax history for 539 Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,022 (+2.8%)
$1,745,000 + $1,150,000
$2,895,000
2024
$29,198 (+2.0%)
$1,974,466 + $479,670
$2,454,136
2023
$28,626 (+2.7%)
$1,935,751 + $470,265
$2,406,016
2022
$27,863 (+2.2%)
$1,897,796 + $461,045
$2,358,841
2021
$27,261 (+0.6%)
$1,860,585 + $452,005
$2,312,590
2020
$27,101 (+1.4%)
$1,824,103 + $443,143
$2,267,246
2019
$26,726 (+55.6%)
$1,805,400 + $438,600
$2,244,000
2018
$17,178 (+1.7%)
$1,770,000 + $430,000
$2,200,000
2017
$16,889 (+6.5%)
$595,241 + $728,861
$1,324,102
2016
$15,854 (+7.6%)
$595,241 + $728,861
$1,324,102
2015
$14,740 (+2.0%)
$583,570 + $668,570
$1,252,140
2014
$14,457 (+12.7%)
$563,546 + $563,546
$1,127,092
2012
$12,826 (+14.1%)
$561,000 + $561,000
$1,122,000
2011
$11,240 (+0.3%)
$703,997 + $303,998
$1,007,995
2010
$11,205 (−6.4%)
$650,000 + $220,000
$870,000
2009
$11,966 (+3.2%)
$650,000 + $220,000
$870,000
2008
$11,600
$686,664 + $296,514
$983,178
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,592 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,240
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
062052140
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Nov 20, 2019 • Final
Building
Replace a furnace and associated ductwork.
HVAC
Nov 20, 2019 • Final
Building
Plumbing
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Detached, Parking Area
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
Elementary School District: Menlo Park City Elementary
High School District: Sequoia Union High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,240
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,592 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 1990
County: San Mateo County
APN: 062052140
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
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Laurel Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Hillview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
Menlo-Atherton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
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