Residential > House
Sold
05/07/2021
Sold Price
$5,625,000$1,522/ft²
475 Melville Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301
- 5Beds
- 4Baths
- 3,695ft²Living Area
- 7,000ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- 1Car
- 1911Year Built
- -DOM
- 24Permits
475 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 is a 5 bed, 4 bath, 3,695 ft² house built in 1911 on a 0.161 acre lot with 24 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2021 for $5,625,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $6,152,500.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 475 Melville Ave based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$6,152,500
$1,665/ft²
+$528K above Sold Price
Updated 17 months ago
Last Sold Price
$5,625,000
$1,522/ft²
3 years ago
475 Melville Ave is valued at $6,152,500 by TopHap AVM 17 months ago.
475 Melville Ave was last sold in 2021 for $5,625,000.
Permits
475 Melville Ave has 24 permit records of total value of $1,268,000.
Permit History
24
Permits
$1,268,000
Total Permit Value
September 7, 2022
Description: A new detached adu is planned to replace existing garage compliant with municipal codesJob Value: $125,000Status: pending resubmittalType: Project - building permitFees: $1,776Effective Date: 2022-09-07Permit Number: 22BLD-01962
September 7, 2022
Description: 475 melville is a category 2 historical house craftsman style home. The project is focusing primarily on interior improvement & udate of the house. Exterior improvements are limited to retrofitting windows re-roofing facade repainting garden deck reconfiguration and removal of carport trellis and garage. The electric service shall be upgraded to 400 amp. ( a new detached adu is planned to replace existing garage under 22bld-01962 ) (demo garage in preparataion for new adu 22bld-01963)Job Value: $820,000Status: pending resubmittalType: Project - building permitFees: $6,923Effective Date: 2022-09-07Permit Number: 22BLD-01961
August 2, 2022
Description: Demolish garage in preparataion for new adu and trellisJob Value: $15,000Status: triageType: Project - building permitEffective Date: 2022-08-02Permit Number: 22BLD-01963
June 10, 2019
Description: Residential bathroom remodel (120 sf) replace (e) toilet shower vanity lighting bathroom fan modify plumbing and electrical layout replace all drywall and remodel closets. **replace (1) window like for like in restroom same opening**Job Value: $5,000Status: finalType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Owner Builder 0Fees: $571Effective Date: 2019-06-10Permit Number: 19000-01388
July 14, 2015
Description: RESIDENTIAL ROOF MOUNTED PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM 6kW. 9/22/15 Job copy was lost, Sid compared new set to office copyStatus: finalType: Project - Building PermitBusiness Name: Swanrock IncorporatedFees: $496Effective Date: 2015-07-14Permit Number: 15000-01816
May 24, 2007
Description: 07-0167: rev to elimate dormer & move door & windowStatus: plancheckType: Revision-building permitFees: $153Effective Date: 2007-05-24Permit Number: 07REV-00000-00161
March 19, 2007
Description: New detached garage (parcel had no existing garage)Job Value: $35,000Status: issuedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Nordstar Const INCFees: $1,641Effective Date: 2007-03-19Permit Number: 07000-00000-00167
March 3, 2004
Description: Rearrange of partition walls to alter laundry room to bathroomJob Value: $25,000Status: appliedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: DracoFees: $983Effective Date: 2004-03-03Permit Number: 04000-00000-00499
December 16, 1999
Description: Temp. PowerStatus: appliedType: Building/project/master application/residentialBusiness Name: Anderson Niswander ConstFees: $40Effective Date: 1999-12-16Permit Number: 99000-00000-05187
October 12, 1999
Description: Basement modJob Value: $130,000Status: appliedType: Building/project/master application/master applicationBusiness Name: Anderson Niswander ConstFees: $1,361Effective Date: 1999-10-12Permit Number: 99000-00000-02890
May 27, 1999
Description: Water heaterStatus: appliedType: Building/project/master application/master applicationBusiness Name: Regan William ConstrFees: $5Effective Date: 1999-05-27Permit Number: 99000-00000-01468
May 27, 1999
Status: appliedType: Building/plumbing permit/na/naEffective Date: 1999-05-27Permit Number: 99PP0-00000-01468
September 9, 1994
Type: Building/Electrical Permit/New/NAEffective Date: 1994-09-09Permit Number: 94EP0-00000-02362
September 9, 1994
Job Value: $28,500Type: Building/Building Permit/New/NAEffective Date: 1994-09-09Permit Number: 94BP0-00000-02362
September 9, 1994
Description: Addition deck & spaJob Value: $28,500Type: Building/project/master application/master applicationFees: $576Effective Date: 1994-09-09Permit Number: 94000-00000-02362
February 6, 1991
Type: Building/Mechanical Permit/Alteration/NAEffective Date: 1991-02-06Permit Number: 89MP0-00000-01626
February 6, 1991
Job Value: $25,000Type: Building/Building Permit/Alteration/NAEffective Date: 1991-02-06Permit Number: 89BP0-00000-01626
February 6, 1991
Type: Building/Plumbing Permit/Alteration/NAEffective Date: 1991-02-06Permit Number: 89PP0-00000-01626
February 6, 1991
Description: Renw. Orig. 7/24/89Job Value: $25,000Type: Building/project/master application/master applicationBusiness Name: James B. Green JrFees: $446Effective Date: 1991-02-06Permit Number: 89000-00000-01626
February 6, 1991
Type: Building/Electrical Permit/Alteration/NAEffective Date: 1991-02-06Permit Number: 89EP0-00000-01626
January 28, 1991
Job Value: $3,000Type: Building/Building Permit/Repair/NAEffective Date: 1991-01-28Permit Number: 91BP0-00000-00216
January 28, 1991
Description: Bolt mudsillJob Value: $3,000Type: Building/project/master application/master applicationBusiness Name: Earthquake ReadinessFees: $91Effective Date: 1991-01-28Permit Number: 91000-00000-00216
April 6, 1989
Description: 2nd floor studioStatus: N/AType: Building projectBusiness Name: James B. Green JrApplicant: William J KellyFees: $424Effective Date: 1989-04-06Permit Number: 89000-00000-00689
November 19, 1985
Status: N/AType: Building projectBusiness Name: Alwin CoApplicant: Patrick C& Denise M GordonFees: $5Effective Date: 1985-11-19Permit Number: 85000-00000-03286
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$69,994.94From latest Total Assessed Value1.2%Total Assessed Value$5,852,250=Land+
Assessed Value$5,202,000Additions
Assessed Value$650,250
In 2023, taxes billed for 475 Melville Ave were $69,994.94, which is 1.20% from latest Total Assessed Value of $5,852,250.
Property History
475 Melville Ave has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 475 Melville Ave
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 475 Melville Ave.
Walkability Index
16 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
475 Melville Ave has a walkability score of 16 out of 20, which means that it is in a very walkable 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 475 Melville Ave, 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 475 Melville Ave
Public Schools
Palo Alto High School
Grades: 9-12
0.50 mi
A
Walter Hays Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.36 mi
B
Frank S. Greene Jr Middle School
Grades: 6-8
0.85 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 475 Melville Ave have ratings undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Professorville, 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 Professorville.
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 475 Melville Ave over selected time period.
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- 116 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,114 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 2007 and has an estimate of $3,209,821 with a price per ft² of $1,518.
- 134 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 924 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1924 and has an estimate of $3,475,043 with a price per ft² of $3,761.
- 158 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,240 square foot, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1938 and has an estimate of $3,068,791 with a price per ft² of $1,370.
- 151 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 3,264 square foot, 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.23 acre property. It was built in 1936 and has an estimate of $5,483,967 with a price per ft² of $1,680.
- 135 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,831 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.23 acre property. It was built in 1990 and has an estimate of $4,255,126 with a price per ft² of $1,503.
- 127 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,081 square foot and 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1952 and has an estimate of $3,381,247 with a price per ft² of $1,625.
- 109 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 2,136 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1980 and has an estimate of $2,935,803 with a price per ft² of $1,374.
- 672 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (University South) is a 3,600 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1958 and has an estimate of $3,282,444 with a price per ft² of $2,541.
- 680 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (University South) is a 1,971 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1921 and has an estimate of $2,836,451 with a price per ft² of $1,439.
- 895 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 1,927 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1948 and has an estimate of $2,885,804 with a price per ft² of $1,498.
- 875 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 1,978 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1954 and has an estimate of $3,113,074 with a price per ft² of $1,574.
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- 876 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Clara Vista Addition) is a 1,713 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.23 acre property. It was built in 1954 and has an estimate of $3,449,742 with a price per ft² of $2,014.
- 667 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Manlius) is a 1,376 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1924 and has an estimate of $2,584,795 with a price per ft² of $1,878.
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