Moments to great parks, outstanding shopping and dining, and public transportation as well as major commute routes, this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home enjoys an outstanding location close to everything Silicon Valley has to offer. Open living space includes the large living room/dining room, the updated kitchen with an island and stainless-steel appliances, and the family room with a fireplace and outdoor access. All bedrooms are served by remodeled bathrooms, and the primary suite also features a sliding glass door to the peaceful backyard with patio space and new grass. Additionally, this home includes a Nest thermostat, and an attached 2-car garage. Find yourself moments to both Ramos Park and Mitchell Park, a short drive from the Midtown Shopping Center and The Village at San Antonio Center, and enjoy easy access to both Caltrain and US 101. Plus, children may attend acclaimed schools including Fairmeadow Elementary, JLS Middle, and Gunn High (buyer to verify eligibility).
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$2,613Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by DeLeon DeLeon Team•DRE #70010006• Deleon Realty
Bought with Nakul Kapoor•DRE #01476828• Intero Real Estate Services
This home is located on a street lined with mature trees. Upon entering, the living spaces are on the right, the bedrooms and bathrooms are on the left. The kitchen features a gas cooktop with external exhaust. above The primary bedroom with en...
suite bathroom faces the back yard; the two other bedrooms face the front yard. Both bathrooms have a shower-over-tub combination, one sink and a window. Laundry is located in the attached 2-car garage. Approximately two miles to the San Antonio Caltrain station.
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Susan Otolski
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Sale history for 3830 Louis Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML81862710
Oct 25, 2021
Sold
$3,250,000
$2,287/sq ft
Sep 24, 2021
Pending
—
Sep 15, 2021
Listed
$1,988,000
$1,399/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 17, 2015
Sold
$2,158,000
$1,519/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80518739
May 17, 2005
Sold
$1,042,000
$733/sq ft
Apr 26, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 13, 2005
Listed
$895,000
$630/sq ft
Versatile Brown & Kaufman w/ open beamed ceilings in most rms. Formal LR w/ 2-way firepl, FR, eat-in kit. , & private fenced backyard w/ wrap-around patio. Convenient location & renowned P. A. schools
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38,461 (+9.9%)
$3,240,000 + $260,000
$3,500,000
2024
$34,992 (−11.8%)
$2,875,300 + $239,700
$3,115,000
2022
$39,668 (+34.9%)
$2,496,900 + $208,100
$2,705,000
2021
$29,398 (+2.1%)
$3,000,000 + $250,000
$3,250,000
2020
$28,790 (+1.1%)
$1,677,253 + $718,821
$2,396,074
2019
$28,471 (+2.8%)
$1,660,055 + $711,451
$2,371,506
2018
$27,688 (+1.8%)
$1,627,505 + $697,501
$2,325,006
2017
$27,201 (+2.7%)
$1,564,308 + $670,417
$2,234,725
2016
$26,487 (+63.1%)
$1,564,308 + $670,417
$2,234,725
2015
$16,240 (+2.3%)
$1,533,636 + $657,272
$2,190,908
2014
$15,873 (+4.8%)
$1,073,409 + $204,772
$1,278,181
2012
$15,144 (+13.8%)
$1,068,558 + $203,847
$1,272,405
2011
$13,306 (−7.0%)
$1,018,700 + $194,300
$1,213,000
2010
$14,311 (−0.7%)
$928,000 + $177,000
$1,105,000
2009
$14,411 (+13.8%)
$994,300 + $189,700
$1,184,000
2008
$12,661
$928,557 + $177,220
$1,105,777
Tax history for 3830 Louis Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38,461 (+9.9%)
$3,240,000 + $260,000
$3,500,000
2024
$34,992 (−11.8%)
$2,875,300 + $239,700
$3,115,000
2022
$39,668 (+34.9%)
$2,496,900 + $208,100
$2,705,000
2021
$29,398 (+2.1%)
$3,000,000 + $250,000
$3,250,000
2020
$28,790 (+1.1%)
$1,677,253 + $718,821
$2,396,074
2019
$28,471 (+2.8%)
$1,660,055 + $711,451
$2,371,506
2018
$27,688 (+1.8%)
$1,627,505 + $697,501
$2,325,006
2017
$27,201 (+2.7%)
$1,564,308 + $670,417
$2,234,725
2016
$26,487 (+63.1%)
$1,564,308 + $670,417
$2,234,725
2015
$16,240 (+2.3%)
$1,533,636 + $657,272
$2,190,908
2014
$15,873 (+4.8%)
$1,073,409 + $204,772
$1,278,181
2012
$15,144 (+13.8%)
$1,068,558 + $203,847
$1,272,405
2011
$13,306 (−7.0%)
$1,018,700 + $194,300
$1,213,000
2010
$14,311 (−0.7%)
$928,000 + $177,000
$1,105,000
2009
$14,411 (+13.8%)
$994,300 + $189,700
$1,184,000
2008
$12,661
$928,557 + $177,220
$1,105,777
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000
Year renovated
2022
Sq. Ft.
1,421
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
12713124
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Jun 8, 2022.
R-1 (8000)
Single Family Residential District
The R-1 single family residential district is intended to create, preserve, and enhance areas suitable for detached dwellings with a strong presence of nature and with open area affording maximum privacy and opportunities for outdoor living and childrens play. Minimum site area requirements are established to create and preserve variety among neighborhoods, to provide adequate open area, and to encourage quality design. Accessory du, junior accessory du and accessory structures or buildings are appropriate. Community uses and facilities, such as churches and schools, should be limited unless no net loss of housing would result.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Mobile home park
Oct 3, 2025 • Final
Project - building
Remove and install a new air conditioning unit in the same location on the side of a residential building at ground level.
HVAC
May 9, 2012 • Active
Project - building
Install residential electric vehicle supply equipment in the garage.
Electrical
Ev charger
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
Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Information
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Has Carport: Yes
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate/Door Opener, On Street, Parking Area
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More Than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Features: Showers over Tubs (2+), Solid Surface, Tile, Full on Ground Floor
Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room Information
Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen, No Informal Dining Room
Family Room Information
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Flooring Information
Hardwood, Tile
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Garage
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: 220V Outlet, Solid Surface/Corian Countertop, Exhaust Fan, Island
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Flat, Tar/Gravel
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced Back, Mixed Height/Type, Wood
Patio & Porch Features: Back Yard, Balcony/Patio
Stories
Stories: 1
Style
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level (Grade)
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 1,421
Direction Faces: West
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)
Utility Information
Gas: Individual Gas Meters, Public Utilities
Sewer: Public Sewer
Telephone Services: Cable TV
Utilities: Public Utilities, Public Water
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Fairmeadow Elementary
Elementary School District: Palo Alto Unified
High School: Henry M. Gunn High
High School District: Palo Alto Unified
Middle/Junior High School: Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
Location Information
MLS Area: South Palo Alto
Street Name: Louis
Street Number: 3830
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 55
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,421
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 2022
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 12713124
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 8, 2022
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Fairmeadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Henry M. Gunn High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$3.53M – $4.27M
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