Residential > House
Sold
09/11/1992
Sold Price
$908,000$306/ft²
1856 Emerson St
Palo Alto, CA 94301
- 5Beds
- 5Baths
- 2,972ft²Living Area
- 7,500ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- -Car
- 1991Year Built
- -DOM
- 16Permits
1856 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 is a 5 bed, 5 bath, 2,972 ft² house built in 1991 on a 0.172 acre lot with 16 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 1992 for $908,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $5,467,500.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 1856 Emerson St based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$5,467,500
$1,839/ft²
+$5M above Sold Price
Updated 8 months ago
Last Sold Price
$908,000
$306/ft²
32 years ago
1856 Emerson St is valued at $5,467,500 by TopHap AVM 8 months ago.
1856 Emerson St was last sold in 1992 for $908,000.
Permits
1856 Emerson St has 16 permit records of total value of $667,660.
Permit History
16
Permits
$667,660
Total Permit Value
March 24, 2019
Description: Replace water line from city's meter to house building side 1 copper pipeStatus: finalType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Pro Roto IncFees: $208Effective Date: 2019-03-24Permit Number: 18000-02461
August 23, 2016
Description: Residential partial reroof 30 squares remove existing composition shingles and replace with new compositionJob Value: $15,000Status: finalType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: People Places ConstructionFees: $449Effective Date: 2016-08-23Permit Number: 16000-00284
August 23, 2012
Description: Install tankless water heater and replace furnace aand all associated ductwork in same locationStatus: issuedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Palo Alto PlumbingFees: $389Effective Date: 2012-08-23Permit Number: 12000-02093
May 4, 2010
Description: Replace furnace in same location and install new air conditioning unitStatus: issuedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: John F Dahl PlumbingFees: $219Effective Date: 2010-05-04Permit Number: 10000-00000-01013
May 20, 2002
Description: Building new foundation for premanufactured greenhouse extend waterand elect. ServiceJob Value: $12,000Status: appliedType: Building projectBusiness Name: Stoecker & NorhwayApplicant: Kalish Douglas and Bohling DonnaFees: $582Effective Date: 2002-05-20Permit Number: 02000-00000-01301
March 5, 2002
Description: Temporary power poleStatus: appliedType: Building/project/master application/res elect/plumbing/mech only; Building/project/master application/res elect/plbg/mech onlyBusiness Name: William Ruhl BuilderFees: $60Effective Date: 2002-03-05Permit Number: 02000-00000-00533
October 11, 2001
Description: Demolish 1/2 of two car garage (plans for addition to house under bp#0 12733)Status: appliedType: Building/project/master application/res garage/carport/accy buildingEffective Date: 2001-10-11Permit Number: 01000-00000-02735
October 11, 2001
Description: Additions to family room and addition shower to 1 bathroom remodel kitchen 2baths and entryJob Value: $330,000Status: appliedType: Building/project/master application/res addition & remodelBusiness Name: William Ruhl BuilderFees: $5,650Effective Date: 2001-10-11Permit Number: 01000-00000-02733
October 11, 2001
Description: Reduce size of garage & remodelJob Value: $20,000Status: appliedType: Building/project/master application/res garage/carport/accy buildingBusiness Name: William Ruhl BuilderFees: $619Effective Date: 2001-10-11Permit Number: 01000-00000-02736
April 21, 1997
Type: Building/Roofing Permit/NA/NAEffective Date: 1997-04-21Permit Number: 97RP0-00000-00923
April 21, 1997
Description: Re-roofType: Building/project/master application/master applicationBusiness Name: Responsible RoofingEffective Date: 1997-04-21Permit Number: 97000-00000-00923
June 3, 1991
Description: New single family residenceJob Value: $145,330Type: Building/project/master application/master applicationFees: $1,921Effective Date: 1991-06-03Permit Number: 91000-00000-01284
June 3, 1991
Type: Building/Mechanical Permit/New/NAEffective Date: 1991-06-03Permit Number: 91MP0-00000-01284
June 3, 1991
Job Value: $145,330Type: Building/Building Permit/New/NAEffective Date: 1991-06-03Permit Number: 91BP0-00000-01284
June 3, 1991
Type: Building/Electrical Permit/New/NAEffective Date: 1991-06-03Permit Number: 91EP0-00000-01284
June 3, 1991
Type: Building/Plumbing Permit/New/NAEffective Date: 1991-06-03Permit Number: 91PP0-00000-01284
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$18,866.76From latest Total Assessed Value1.24%Total Assessed Value$1,520,712=Land+
Assessed Value$756,319Additions
Assessed Value$764,393
In 2023, taxes billed for 1856 Emerson St were $18,866.76, which is 1.24% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,520,712.
Property History
1856 Emerson St has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 1856 Emerson St
Hazard Risks
Earthquake450Carb Mono114Particulates103Nat'l Avg100Ozone90Air Pollution87Lead37Weather1Hail0Hurricane0Tornado0Wind0
8 hazards (Carbon Monoxide, Earthquake Risk, Air Pollution Index, Ozone Index, Weather Risk, Lead Index, Particulate Matter, National Average) are above the national average around 1856 Emerson St.
Walkability Index
11 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
1856 Emerson St has a walkability score of 11 out of 20, which means that it is in a somewhat walkable area.
Noise Level
36 dB
Quiet Suburban Residential 0-49
Suburban Residential 50-54
Urban Residential 55-59
Noisy Urban Residential 60-64
Very Noisy Urban Residential 65+
Noise at 1856 Emerson St is around 36dBs, which is comparable to a Quiet Suburban Residential area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
42°F
High
59°F
Summer
Average
Low
54°F
High
78°F
In the winter at 1856 Emerson St, temperatures range from 41.6°F to 58.78°F with an average of 50.19°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 54.18°F to 78.43°F with and average of 66.31°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 1856 Emerson St
Public Schools
Palo Alto High School
Grades: 9-12
0.59 mi
A
Walter Hays Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.65 mi
B
Frank S. Greene Jr Middle School
Grades: 6-8
0.71 mi
B+
* The school rating is based entirely on the test score performance of each school. It is based on a scale of A-F, A being best.
Nearby public schools serving 1856 Emerson St have ratings undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA 94301.
Seasonal Housing units 94301
11%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94301
+110%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of Old Palo Alto.
Crime Index for 94301
113
113
The crime index in 94301 is 113, which is 1.1 times higher than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 1856 Emerson St over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Emerson St
- 1551 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,228 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.32 acre property. It was built in 1942 and has an estimate of $11,486,538 with a price per ft² of $5,156.
- 1174 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (University South) is a 2,656 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1980 and has an estimate of $3,701,076 with a price per ft² of $1,393.
- 2671 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Midtown) is a 2,660 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.18 acre property. It was built in 1975 and has an estimate of $3,397,356 with a price per ft² of $1,277.
- 2730 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Midtown) is a 2,860 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 0.18 acre property. It was built in 2006 and has an estimate of $4,347,983 with a price per ft² of $1,520.
- 2858 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Midtown) is a 1,395 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.18 acre property. It was built in 1948 and has an estimate of $2,873,681 with a price per ft² of $2,060.
- 3215 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 1,027 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $2,291,574 with a price per ft² of $2,231.
- 3235 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 2,302 square foot, 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1964 and has an estimate of $3,000,146 with a price per ft² of $1,303.
- 3224 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 2,413 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 2015 and has an estimate of $3,862,729 with a price per ft² of $3,761.
- 3232 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 2,286 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 2001 and has an estimate of $3,011,858 with a price per ft² of $1,318.
- 3216 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 925 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1951 and has an estimate of $2,221,619 with a price per ft² of $2,402.
- 3205 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 4,099 square foot, 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 2008 and has an estimate of $4,550,690 with a price per ft² of $4,431.
- 3212 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 1,027 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $2,094,619 with a price per ft² of $2,040.
- 3247 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 1,663 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1970 and has an estimate of $2,306,672 with a price per ft² of $1,387.
- 3240 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 2,391 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1998 and has an estimate of $3,176,229 with a price per ft² of $1,328.
- 3201 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 2,371 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 2001 and has an estimate of $3,120,419 with a price per ft² of $1,316.
- 3070 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Midtown) is a 4,056 square foot and 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1953 and has an estimate of $2,808,445 with a price per ft² of $692.
- 3180 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 1,562 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1950 and has an estimate of $2,547,256 with a price per ft² of $1,631.
- 1420 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 1,663 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1923 and has an estimate of $3,106,759 with a price per ft² of $2,108.
- 324 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Downtown North) is a 3,014 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 2000 and has an estimate of $4,289,489 with a price per ft² of $1,806.
- 2145 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,248 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1999 and has an estimate of $3,527,481 with a price per ft² of $1,569.
- 2120 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,532 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1947 and has an estimate of $3,880,376 with a price per ft² of $1,533.
- 3093 Emerson St #Apt F, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Midtown) is a 5,520 square foot and 0.23 acre property. It was built in 1956 and has an estimate of $2,748,673 with a price per ft² of $498.
- 3149 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Stanford University Villa) is a 1,321 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1952 and has an estimate of $2,601,183 with a price per ft² of $1,969.
- 2270 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 1,064 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1949 and has an estimate of $2,137,641 with a price per ft² of $2,009.
- 105 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (University Place) is a 1,445 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.03 acre property. It was built in 1980 and has an estimate of $1,696,127 with a price per ft² of $1,174.
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