Beautiful custom built home on a premier cul-de-sac in prime West Menlo Park, this elegant home blends timeless design with modern luxury. A two-story foyer introduces light-filled interiors with hardwood floors throughout. The living room has a gas fireplace and the adjacent dedicated office has exterior entry. Spacious formal dining room with doors to the lush rear yard. Remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz counters, chevron marble backsplash, and top-of-the-line appliances, including Sub-Zero side by side refrigerator and additional frig drawers, opening to a spacious family room with fireplace and French doors for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Upstairs includes a luxurious primary suite, fireplace, sitting area, balcony, couture closet, and stunning new bath with free standing tub and Toto Washlet. Two additional bedroom suites and a dedicated office or potential for 4th upstairs bedroom. The lower level offers a recreation room, fitness studio, bedroom, and guest suite with Murphy bed and patio access. The huge private backyard oasis features a spa, barbecue center, fire pit, bluestone patio, perimeter trees, raised vegetable beds, and creekside setting. Additional features: solar, slate roof, copper gutters, security, sound, and excellent Menlo Park schools.
Beautiful custom built home on a premier cul-de-sac in prime West Menlo Park, this elegant home blends timeless design with modern luxury. A two-story foyer introduces light-filled interiors with hardwood floors throughout. The living room has a gas fireplace and the adjacent dedicated office has exterior entry. Spacious formal dining room with doors to the lush rear yard. Remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz counters, chevron marble backsplash, and top-of-the-line appliances, including Sub-Zero side by side refrigerator and additional frig drawers, opening to a spacious family room with fireplace and French doors for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Upstairs includes a luxurious primary suite, fireplace, sitting area, balcony, couture closet, and stunning new bath with free standing tub and Toto Washlet. Two additional bedroom suites and a dedicated office or potential for 4th upstairs bedroom. The lower level offers a recreation room, fitness studio, bedroom, and guest suite with Murphy bed and patio access. The huge private backyard oasis features a spa, barbecue center, fire pit, bluestone patio, perimeter trees, raised vegetable beds, and creekside setting. Additional features: solar, slate roof, copper gutters, security, sound, and excellent Menlo Park schools.
MLSListings #ML81656546
Jan 16, 2018
Sold
$5,700,000
$1,084/sq ft
Dec 8, 2017
Pending
—
Oct 9, 2017
Price Changed
$5,995,000
$1,141/sq ft
Sep 11, 2017
Price Changed
$6,195,000
$1,179/sq ft
Jun 19, 2017
Listed
$6,495,000
$1,236/sq ft
Jun 19, 2017
Listed
$5,995,000
$1,141/sq ft
A sense of privacy envelops this European-inspired residence situated on one of Central Menlo Park's most desriable cul-de-sac streets, the home unfolds in elegant luxury with fine hardwoods and ornate millwork extending through the main living areas. 4 bedrooms and 2 offices, highlighted by a luxurious master suite with sitting room and private balcony, are thoughtfully arranged across 3 levels to provide ample accommodations for every need. There are many venues for entertainment and relaxation, including a theatre/recreation room, fitness studio, and tiled craft room. The lot of approx. 11,934 SF offers a peaceful environment with manicured rear grounds complete with an outdoor kitchen, crushed glass fire pit, and fragrant gardens, all overlooking tranquil San Francisquito Creek. Adding to the appeal is the home’s close-in location just minutes to shopping and dining in downtown Menlo Park or Stanford Shopping Center, plus with access to the highly acclaimed Menlo Park schools.
Public Records
Sep 19, 1989
Sold
$885,000
$168/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$74,269 (+2.8%)
$4,400,000 + $3,550,000
$7,950,000
2024
$72,254 (+1.8%)
$3,299,703 + $3,185,920
$6,485,623
2023
$70,948 (+2.7%)
$3,235,003 + $3,123,451
$6,358,454
2022
$69,079 (+1.7%)
$3,171,572 + $3,062,207
$6,233,779
2021
$67,916 (+0.4%)
$3,109,385 + $3,002,164
$6,111,549
2020
$67,624 (+1.3%)
$3,048,417 + $2,943,299
$5,991,716
2019
$66,739 (+119.9%)
$3,017,160 + $2,913,120
$5,930,280
2018
$30,343 (+1.5%)
$2,958,000 + $2,856,000
$5,814,000
2017
$29,887 (+2.7%)
$701,460 + $1,795,104
$2,496,564
2016
$29,111 (+0.9%)
$701,460 + $1,795,104
$2,496,564
2015
$28,845 (+1.7%)
$687,706 + $1,759,906
$2,447,612
2014
$28,362 (+4.1%)
$664,109 + $1,699,515
$2,363,624
2012
$27,249 (+1.9%)
$661,108 + $1,691,835
$2,352,943
2011
$26,734 (+0.9%)
$648,146 + $1,658,662
$2,306,808
2010
$26,485 (+1.3%)
$635,438 + $1,626,140
$2,261,578
2009
$26,152 (+1.6%)
$630,689 + $1,613,987
$2,244,676
2008
$25,735
$632,188 + $1,617,822
$2,250,010
Tax history for 1715 Bay Laurel Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$74,269 (+2.8%)
$4,400,000 + $3,550,000
$7,950,000
2024
$72,254 (+1.8%)
$3,299,703 + $3,185,920
$6,485,623
2023
$70,948 (+2.7%)
$3,235,003 + $3,123,451
$6,358,454
2022
$69,079 (+1.7%)
$3,171,572 + $3,062,207
$6,233,779
2021
$67,916 (+0.4%)
$3,109,385 + $3,002,164
$6,111,549
2020
$67,624 (+1.3%)
$3,048,417 + $2,943,299
$5,991,716
2019
$66,739 (+119.9%)
$3,017,160 + $2,913,120
$5,930,280
2018
$30,343 (+1.5%)
$2,958,000 + $2,856,000
$5,814,000
2017
$29,887 (+2.7%)
$701,460 + $1,795,104
$2,496,564
2016
$29,111 (+0.9%)
$701,460 + $1,795,104
$2,496,564
2015
$28,845 (+1.7%)
$687,706 + $1,759,906
$2,447,612
2014
$28,362 (+4.1%)
$664,109 + $1,699,515
$2,363,624
2012
$27,249 (+1.9%)
$661,108 + $1,691,835
$2,352,943
2011
$26,734 (+0.9%)
$648,146 + $1,658,662
$2,306,808
2010
$26,485 (+1.3%)
$635,438 + $1,626,140
$2,261,578
2009
$26,152 (+1.6%)
$630,689 + $1,613,987
$2,244,676
2008
$25,735
$632,188 + $1,617,822
$2,250,010
*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
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,256
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
071203020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Oct 6, 2025 • Final
Building
Repair water damage in a single-family home bathroom. Work includes replacing sheetrock, molding, and flooring, as well as updating the bathtub.
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Aug 8, 2025 • Final
Building pre-application
Repair water damage in a single-family home bathroom. Work includes replacing sheetrock, molding, and flooring, as well as updating the bathtub.
Bathroom
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Room Information
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, In Living Room, In Primary Bedroom
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 5,256
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 505723
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.2739
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R10010
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Oak Knoll 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: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,256
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: —
County: San Mateo County
APN: 071203020
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oak Knoll Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Hillview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Menlo-Atherton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° 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
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.7 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$8.26M – $10.00M
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