Residential > House
Sold
03/29/2012
Sold Price
$3,999,750$926/ft²
742 Melville Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301
- 6Beds
- 6Baths
- 4,318ft²Living Area
- 0.3acLot Size
- -Pool
- 2Car
- 1997Year Built
- -DOM
- 28Permits
742 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 is a 6 bed, 6 bath, 4,318 ft² house built in 1997 on a 0.310 acre lot with 28 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2012 for $3,999,750. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $6,993,750.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 742 Melville Ave based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$6,993,750
$1,619/ft²
+$3M above Sold Price
Updated 13 months ago
Last Sold Price
$3,999,750
$926/ft²
12 years ago
742 Melville Ave is valued at $6,993,750 by TopHap AVM 13 months ago.
742 Melville Ave was last sold in 2012 for $3,999,750.
Permits
742 Melville Ave has 28 permit records of total value of $687,706.
Permit History
28
Permits
$687,706
Total Permit Value
August 6, 2019
Description: Install a gas fireplace in master bedrooomJob Value: $12,000Status: finalType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Amy HaldFees: $281Effective Date: 2019-08-06Permit Number: 18000-02983
May 14, 2019
Description: Install hot tub in the back yardJob Value: $15,000Status: expiredType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Amy HaldFees: $281Effective Date: 2019-05-14Permit Number: 18000-02984
January 22, 2019
Description: 18000-02983: revision to show framing that matches field conditions and raise the ceiling height in the master bedroom. No exterior changeStatus: issuedType: Revision-building permitBusiness Name: AMY HaldFees: $106Effective Date: 2019-01-22Permit Number: 19REV-00053
November 28, 2017
Description: R/R 50 gallon gas water heater. same location - garageStatus: finalType: Water Heater (No Tankless)Business Name: Water Heaters Only IncFees: $204Effective Date: 2017-11-28Permit Number: 17000-02839
January 17, 2017
Description: Residential bathroom remodel new electrical (90 sf) for lighting fixtures and in floor heating system. Remove and replace tile finish in bath/shower surround. Customer states that there will be no fixture upgrades or changes and refuses to take water-conservation fixture certificate of complianceJob Value: $8,000Status: finalType: Project - building permitFees: $382Effective Date: 2017-01-17Permit Number: 17000-00099
July 30, 2015
Description: Residential new arched dormer and juliet balcony (n) direct vent fireplace and new wall in-fill for master bedroomJob Value: $50,000Status: In Plan CheckType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: LEOPOLD VANDENEYNDEFees: $6,151Effective Date: 2015-07-30Permit Number: 15000-01996
January 12, 2015
Description: ADD (1) NEW DORMER: ONE ARCHED DORMER AT FRONT OF HOUSE (7.6 sf). Second dormer removed from scope of work and will be a separate permit. [Revision 4/28/15 - Add electrical work: 6 cans, 8 recepticles, 1 switch]Job Value: $19,000Status: finalType: Project - Building PermitBusiness Name: Hand Craft Builders IncFees: $1,284Effective Date: 2015-01-12Permit Number: 14000-01204
April 1, 2014
Description: 13-1459 - revise second floor balcony to extend railStatus: issuedType: Revision-building permitBusiness Name: Hand Craft Builders INCFees: $108Effective Date: 2014-04-01Permit Number: 14REV-00184
March 24, 2014
Description: (13000-01459) chimney structural detailStatus: issuedType: Revision-building permitBusiness Name: Hand Craft Builders INCFees: $92Effective Date: 2014-03-24Permit Number: 14REV-00171
October 28, 2013
Description: Residential addition ~341sf remodel ~100sfJob Value: $65,000Status: issuedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Hand Craft Builders IncFees: $3,480Effective Date: 2013-10-28Permit Number: 13000-01459
February 26, 2013
Description: Request by leopold vandeneynde on behalf amy hald for single family individual review for a 289 square foot second floor addition and a home improvement exception for 66 square feet of floor area beyond the maximum allowed. Environmental assessment: exempt from the provisions of the california environmental quality act (ceqa) per ceqa guidelines section 15301Status: PLN- Decision EffectiveType: Planning planningBusiness Name: Leopold VandeneyndeApplicant: Amy HaldFees: $3,925Effective Date: 2013-02-26Permit Number: 13PLN-00088
July 9, 2012
Description: 12-1288: revise flaming connection at dormer locationStatus: issuedType: Revision-building permitBusiness Name: Warren ConstructionFees: $93Effective Date: 2012-07-09Permit Number: 12REV-00380
June 19, 2012
Description: Residential addition remodel (192 sf); new guest room and bathroomJob Value: $16,858Status: issuedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Warren ConstructionFees: $1,273Effective Date: 2012-06-19Permit Number: 12000-01415
June 4, 2012
Description: Residential remodel includes partial kitchen remodel and removal of non-bearing walls on 1st and 2nd floorJob Value: $24,000Status: issuedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Warren ConstructionFees: $1,330Effective Date: 2012-06-04Permit Number: 12000-01288
May 26, 2010
Description: Remove & replace sidewalk to install water service to meter in planter stripStatus: Permit ArchivedType: Publicworks street workBusiness Name: Special-d ConcreteFees: $240Effective Date: 2010-05-26Permit Number: 10STR-00000-00078
May 13, 2010
Description: Replace water service from meter to house (all work on private property); work in public right-of-way requires permit from public workStatus: issuedType: Project - building permitBusiness Name: Todd R DennyFees: $89Effective Date: 2010-05-13Permit Number: 10000-00000-01136
June 3, 2009
Description: 08-3096: as built structural for 3-beams at kitchen areaStatus: appliedType: Revision-building permit; Building/revision/revision/revisionBusiness Name: MARTIN TAITFees: $156Effective Date: 2009-06-03Permit Number: 09REV-00000-00215
May 11, 2009
Description: 08-3096: relocated 1/2-bath doorway & associated foundation & doorway at stairs to yardStatus: appliedType: Revision-building permit; Building/revision/revision/revisionBusiness Name: MARTIN TAITFees: $57Effective Date: 2009-05-11Permit Number: 09REV-00000-00187
December 22, 2008
Description: 1st-story residential addition of 1/2-bath & extension utility closet (11-sf) interior remodel - remove walls between kitch & family room for new media room remove bathroom & pantry 7/8/09 gas line repair to front yard below grade from meter to house (approx 60-ft new gas line)Job Value: $35,000Status: issuedType: Project - building permitFees: $1,977Effective Date: 2008-12-22Permit Number: 08000-00000-03096
September 29, 1992
Type: Building/Plumbing Permit/Addition/NAEffective Date: 1992-09-29Permit Number: 92PP0-00000-02616
September 29, 1992
Description: 2nd story additionJob Value: $70,000Type: Building/project/master application/master applicationFees: $1,080Effective Date: 1992-09-29Permit Number: 92000-00000-02616
September 29, 1992
Type: Building/Electrical Permit/Addition/NAEffective Date: 1992-09-29Permit Number: 92EP0-00000-02616
September 29, 1992
Job Value: $70,000Type: Building/Building Permit/Addition/NAEffective Date: 1992-09-29Permit Number: 92BP0-00000-02616
September 29, 1992
Type: Building/Mechanical Permit/Addition/NAEffective Date: 1992-09-29Permit Number: 92MP0-00000-02616
May 28, 1991
Type: Building/Plumbing Permit/Addition/NAEffective Date: 1991-05-28Permit Number: 88PP0-00000-01897
May 28, 1991
Description: Rn 07/19/88Job Value: $151,424Type: Building/project/master application/master applicationFees: $1,392Effective Date: 1991-05-28Permit Number: 88000-00000-01897
May 28, 1991
Type: Building/Electrical Permit/Addition/NAEffective Date: 1991-05-28Permit Number: 88EP0-00000-01897
May 28, 1991
Job Value: $151,424Type: Building/Building Permit/Addition/NAEffective Date: 1991-05-28Permit Number: 88BP0-00000-01897
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$59,254.58From latest Total Assessed Value1.2%Total Assessed Value$4,942,311=Land+
Assessed Value$4,346,213Additions
Assessed Value$596,098
In 2023, taxes billed for 742 Melville Ave were $59,254.58, which is 1.20% from latest Total Assessed Value of $4,942,311.
Property History
742 Melville Ave has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 742 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 742 Melville Ave.
Walkability Index
16 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
742 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 742 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 742 Melville Ave
Public Schools
Palo Alto High School
Grades: 9-12
0.80 mi
A
Walter Hays Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.22 mi
B
Frank S. Greene Jr Middle School
Grades: 6-8
0.77 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 742 Melville Ave have ratings undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Community Center, 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 Community Center.
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 742 Melville Ave over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Melville Ave
- 104 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Old Palo Alto) is a 848 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1922 and has an estimate of $3,547,468 with a price per ft² of $4,183.
- 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.
- 869 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 2,500 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1989 and has an estimate of $3,605,008 with a price per ft² of $1,442.
- 863 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 2,190 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1932 and has an estimate of $3,654,282 with a price per ft² of $1,669.
- 831 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 3,687 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.22 acre property. It was built in 2001 and has an estimate of $5,935,089 with a price per ft² of $1,610.
- 813 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 2,044 square foot, 3 bedroom, 0.3 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1987 and has an estimate of $3,114,656 with a price per ft² of $1,524.
- 805 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 3,097 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1994 and has an estimate of $4,821,200 with a price per ft² of $1,557.
- 815 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 2,178 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.23 acre property. It was built in 1946 and has an estimate of $6,012,993 with a price per ft² of $2,761.
- 817 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Community Center) is a 2,561 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 0.22 acre property. It was built in 1960 and has an estimate of $4,629,088 with a price per ft² of $1,808.
- 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.
- 659 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Manlius) is a 2,030 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.08 acre property. It was built in 1985 and has an estimate of $2,813,141 with a price per ft² of $1,386.
- 653 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Manlius) is a 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1929 and has an estimate of $2,787,000.
- 601 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Manlius) is a 7,823 square foot, 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 0.41 acre property. It was built in 2012 and has an estimate of $11,594,188 with a price per ft² of $1,486.
- 560 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Professorville) is a 2,792 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1936 and has an estimate of $4,428,334 with a price per ft² of $1,586.
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