Charm & sophistication in Menlo Park 4 miles to Facebook Campus & Stanford ! Gated beautiful gardens with winding paths, lush plantings & mature tree welcomes you home! Outstanding features include 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths with covered off-street parking & a separate cottage. XL living room with fireplace, open formal dining room w/ French doors to sunny yard with slate patio & turf lawn. Beautifully updated kitchen with both granite & butcher block counters, breakfast bar, gas range, stainless appliances & abundant cabinetry. Additional features include full size laundry room, fresh interior paint & refinished hardwood floors. The cottage/office has a modern feel with hardwood floors, high ceilings, bath, private courtyard. Beautiful Flood Park is down the street a 21 acre retreat~volleyball, bball, horse shoes, trails. Ideally situated to Facebook, Stanford University & Medical Centers, Box, Google, and Cal Train with excellent access to San Francisco & Silicon Valley.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
5,520 sq ftLot Size
$1,282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Laura Bertolacci•DRE #00868180• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Contact: 650-575-3822
Bought with Lyn Cobb•DRE #01332535• Coldwell Banker Realty
Quaint picket fence welcomes you to this very private home with Studio Cottage, tucked away and secluded by a beautifully landscaped front yard featuring lush pathways, brick patio and wisteria. Boasts a beautiful remodeled kitchen and newer master bath. Studio Cottage features a full kitchen, bath, private patio and entrance in the rear of the yard. Incredible price for a home and cottage both!
Public Records
May 21, 1998
Sold
$380,000
$221/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 1988
Sold
$259,000
$151/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 22, 1985
Sold
$165,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 1983
Sold
$72,500
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,390 (+2.8%)
$1,392,700 + $580,291
$1,972,991
2024
$23,719 (+2.1%)
$1,365,393 + $568,913
$1,934,306
2023
$23,241 (+2.7%)
$1,338,621 + $557,758
$1,896,379
2022
$22,621 (+2.4%)
$1,312,374 + $546,822
$1,859,196
2021
$22,091 (+0.6%)
$1,286,642 + $536,100
$1,822,742
2020
$21,949 (+1.4%)
$1,261,414 + $525,589
$1,787,003
2019
$21,641 (+86.9%)
$1,248,480 + $520,200
$1,768,680
2018
$11,579 (+1.9%)
$1,224,000 + $510,000
$1,734,000
2017
$11,362 (+3.8%)
$409,986 + $409,986
$819,972
2016
$10,949 (+1.3%)
$409,986 + $409,986
$819,972
2015
$10,805 (+2.9%)
$401,948 + $401,948
$803,896
2014
$10,501 (+4.6%)
$388,156 + $388,156
$776,312
2012
$10,035 (+2.3%)
$386,402 + $386,402
$772,804
2011
$9,813 (+1.7%)
$378,826 + $378,826
$757,652
2010
$9,651 (+51.7%)
$371,399 + $371,399
$742,798
2009
$6,362 (−1.9%)
$368,624 + $368,624
$737,248
2008
$6,485
$235,585 + $235,585
$471,170
Tax history for 703 Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,390 (+2.8%)
$1,392,700 + $580,291
$1,972,991
2024
$23,719 (+2.1%)
$1,365,393 + $568,913
$1,934,306
2023
$23,241 (+2.7%)
$1,338,621 + $557,758
$1,896,379
2022
$22,621 (+2.4%)
$1,312,374 + $546,822
$1,859,196
2021
$22,091 (+0.6%)
$1,286,642 + $536,100
$1,822,742
2020
$21,949 (+1.4%)
$1,261,414 + $525,589
$1,787,003
2019
$21,641 (+86.9%)
$1,248,480 + $520,200
$1,768,680
2018
$11,579 (+1.9%)
$1,224,000 + $510,000
$1,734,000
2017
$11,362 (+3.8%)
$409,986 + $409,986
$819,972
2016
$10,949 (+1.3%)
$409,986 + $409,986
$819,972
2015
$10,805 (+2.9%)
$401,948 + $401,948
$803,896
2014
$10,501 (+4.6%)
$388,156 + $388,156
$776,312
2012
$10,035 (+2.3%)
$386,402 + $386,402
$772,804
2011
$9,813 (+1.7%)
$378,826 + $378,826
$757,652
2010
$9,651 (+51.7%)
$371,399 + $371,399
$742,798
2009
$6,362 (−1.9%)
$368,624 + $368,624
$737,248
2008
$6,485
$235,585 + $235,585
$471,170
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,520
Year renovated
2022
Sq. Ft.
1,720
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
062063010
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2022.
Dec 22, 2022 • Final
Building
Legalize a garage converted into an accessory dwelling unit. Update the heating system with a new heat pump and replace one door with a window.
ADU
HVAC
May 16, 2022 • Final
Residential electrical service upgrade
Electrical
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
Carport (Minimum): 1
Parking Description: Carport
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 2
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 2
Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: 2+ Stall Shower, Tile, Tub
Room Information
Laundry Room
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining "L"
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Granite), Countertop (Other), Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range (Built-In, Gas), Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s)
Guest House
Secondary Living Space Sq. Ft.: 300
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside, Washer/Dryer, Other (See Remarks)
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Neighborhood
Fencing: Fenced Back, Gate
Roof: Wood Shakes/Shingles
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Courtyard, Fenced
Building Information
Style: Ranch, Traditional, Other (See Remarks)
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,385
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 19208
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.1267
Lot Description: Grade (Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R10008
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School: Laurel Elementary
Elementary School District: Menlo Park City Elementary
Middle School: Hillview Middle
High School: Menlo-Atherton High
High School District: Sequoia Union High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,720
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5,520 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 2022
County: San Mateo County
APN: 062063010
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 19, 2022
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Laurel Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Hillview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
Menlo-Atherton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
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Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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