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NO PRIVET PLEASE . . . More than 100 people are expected at this year’s Fall Plant Exchange, sponsored by the Garden Club of Los Altos and Los Altos Rec-reation Department on Saturday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Hillview Community Center park-ing lot, 997 Hillview Ave., Los Al-tos. Participants can bring extra plants, bulbs, cuttings, seeds, small trees or shrubs — all la-beled — and plan to bring home something new. For information, call 650-947-2790.
GROWING GREAT TOMATOES . . . Craig Murray, a well-known Los Altos Hills grower of heir-loom and hybrid tomatoes, will address the Garden Club of Los Altos on Tuesday, Sept. 26, at1:15 p.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 1040 Border Road, Los Altos. The meeting, free to mem-bers, $5 for guests, will include tips on choosing tomato varieties and a tomato tasting. For infor-mation, call 650-964-7614.
GROWING HEALTHY PLANTS. . . Carol Cox, co-author of “The Sustainable Vegetable Garden,” will teach a pair of Grow Biointensive classes on Saturday, Sept. 23 at Common Ground, 599 College Ave., Palo Alto. From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., she’ll offer “Grow Biointen-sive Composting,” and from 2 to 4 p.m., she’ll teach “Compost Crops.” Each class is $24. For information, visit www.common-groundinpaloalto.org or call 650-493-6072.
KITCHEN WORKSHOP . . . Harrell Remodeling will offer a
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HOME&REAL ESTATE
Friday, September 22, 2006
PA L O A LT O W E E K LY
INSIDE:■ Interior Design Column, page 17
■ Complete Open House Guide, page 25
■ Classified Marketplace, page 37
■ Garage Sales, page 37
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T he kitchen has always been the heart of the home, the place where everyone gathers. The current interest in cooking plus the boom in new construction have engendered a focus on intel-
ligent and beautiful kitchen design.Designer Kathleen Claudon of Claudon Design in Palo Alto esti-
mates that most people remodel their kitchens every 20 to 25 years. “The impulse is driven by the revolution in appliances,” she said.
“I always tell my clients to price appliances and that will give them an idea of the cost entailed,” she said. “The other major cost con-siderations are how much architectural change is involved, cabinets and labor.”
Claudon works for high-end clientele who expect to spend a mini-mum of $50,000 for a remodel, and $100,000 is not an atypical proj-ect. She charges $150 per hour for kitchen design.
Claudon recommends pulling the entire construction team together at the earliest possible stage and scheduling weekly meetings. Some teams will consist of just the owner(s) and the contractor. “The team can grow,” she said. “The main thing is to get cross fertilization of ideas.”
“A kitchen has to be functional,” said Ron Zolezzi of Zolezzi Con-struction in Menlo Park. “You don’t want to walk around the island to get from the refrigerator to the sink.”
“Get professional help with the space plan so that you explore all
options,” advised Claudon. “And keep going until you get it right... “I always tell my clients to ‘put everything away’ in the design,”
she said, explaining that there needs to be appropriate storage. “You need to keep storage space flexible enough for personal needs to change over time,” she added. She warns that such specifications as permanent dividers can become limiting over time. “The design must be fine-tuned to the client, but generic enough for resale.”
Claudon prefers pantries because she feels that they eliminate the need for excess cabinetry. “If space is limited, I like a one-step-in pantry with wrap-around shelves that make everything accessible,” she said.
“I haven’t seen a separate desk top in the kitchen for years,” she said. “It’s poor design because the desk can’t be used for anything else.” Instead, she recommends using the island as “command cen-tral,” with phone and laptop stowed away in appliance garages and storage space underneath for a phone book and office supplies.
Zolezzi points to the current trend of using different materials for the island, thus making it look more like a piece of furniture. This could serve as a design element uniting the kitchen with adjacent spaces.
Even a brief perusal of appliances can make one’s head swim. For example, Todd Seller of Atherton Appliance gives a brief introduc-tion to Dacor’s Built in Coffee Systems — some have coffee grind-
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People are more attuned to letting kitchen materials — such as the red marble counter or the white painted cabinets — age naturally over time, said ASID president Joe Hittinger. The stainless-steel hood coordinates with the high-power cooktop.
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Dennis Anderson
What’s cookin’?Considerations for kitchen design
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ers — that are either self-filling or adaptable to using bottled water. Do you want to use hermetically sealed coffee capsules for a single cup, or use ground coffee that would entail more maintenance?
Steam ovens are seen as the new alternative to mi-crowaves. The advantage is retention of moisture. The $4,000 Gaggenau version includes a traditional con-vention capability but requires direct plumbing plus a drain. The $2,300 Miele is all steam and is self-con-tained.
Ventilation assumes new proportions as stove tops become more powerful. “Down vents are not as ef-fective,” Zolezzi said. The trend is towards custom-designed hoods that hide all the commercial-grade machinery. Seller recommends turning them on low for 10 minutes before cooking to achieve best results.
“The commercial gas ovens take up a lot of space and you have to bend over to open them,” Zolezzi said. Many opt for gas cooktops — there is now a burner designated for simmering — and a double electric oven.
Induction cook tops have the response time of gas, but the initial cost is double. The advantage is that they use magnetic energy to generate the heat source, so the surface doesn’t get hot. Special ferrous imbedded cookware (Viking) now makes the technology practi-cal.
Since many modern kitchens are part of a “great room,” quiet appliances are a real boon. Dishwashers are rising to the challenge. However, Zolezzi said that all of the current electric ovens make noise because a fan comes on automatically at a certain temperature to cool the electronics.
Refrigerator drawers and dishwasher drawers that fit under islands can offer great convenience and flexibil-ity. The trick is to clearly assess your needs.
“Almost all refrigerators are built in now,” Zolezzi
said. If space is tight a model with French doors can cut down on “swing-open” area required.
“Stainless steel is neutral and timeless,” Seller said. “It will probably fare better than harvest gold or avo-cado.” Restoration kits have made it practical as well. “White is the most difficult color to match and most manufacturers are discontinuing it,” he added.
Seller prefers a single sink because it offers so much flexibility. He advises that if you have your heart set on a double make sure that each is large enough to be useful. A slight incline in the dish drain area encour-ages gravity.
Sponge trays that open out from under the sink seem like a good idea, but Zolezzi says to beware. “They can get dirty and scummy and be difficult to clean.”
Natural stone is still the most popular choice for counter tops. However, Claudon suggests honing it for a softer look and mixing it with wood or tile backs-plashes for variation. Zolezzi advises sealing the stone every couple of years, and recommends a poultice to draw out stains.
Both Zolezzi and Claudon acknowledge that concrete is now a contender for kitchen surfaces. “But I worry about concrete cracking in earthquakes,” Claudon said. She recommends DuPont’s Corian or Zodiac — both manmade materials, the latter with imbedded quartz — for those who want a more homogeneous look than natural stone.
Zolezzi says that he uses a variety of woods, every-thing from maple, cherry and walnut to the more exot-ic, like bubinga and anegre. “I’m seeing lots of bamboo for floors, and it’s very durable,” he said, adding that tiles are also popular for flooring, but are very hard. As for cork floors, Claudon said, “I like the look, but the jury’s still out on wear.”
Claudon has a response for those who are not inter-ested in gourmet kitchens. She takes the trend towards flush appliances faced to match adjoining rooms to another level and envisions the “invisible kitchen,” complete with a cover to hide the sink. ■
Clients are open to mixing materials, such as two colors of cherry cabi-nets, multicolor glass tiles, two kinds of granite and stainless steel, Joe Hittinger said. The teardrop tabletop rotates around the end of the island, offering flexible work space.
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This 2 story home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths offers high ceilings in the living and dining areas, which lead to a bricked patio. The family room with fireplace and eating area also has access to the back garden. Greenhouse window brightens the spacious kitchen. 1 bedroom and 1 bath are located on ground floor. Master suite, 2 bedrooms and 1 bath are upstairs. Enjoy this gated community with its pool and park setting while living close to trans-portation and shopping.
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HOME SALESHome sales are provided by California REsource, a real estate information company that obtains the information from the County Recorder’s Office. Informa-tion is recorded from deeds after the close of escrow
and published within four to eight weeks.
Atherton220 Atherton Ave. Hopper Trust to M. Movassate for $4,550,000
East Palo Alto11 Buchanan Court G. & E. Whyte to M. Campbell for $500,0001372 Camellia Drive K. Fa to M. & T. Fa for $670,0002029 Clarke Ave. Mitchell Trust to
A. & E. Mapa for $815,0001145 Laurel Ave. M. Castillo to R. Castillo for $740,000128 Wisteria Drive Mcmiller Trust to R. Ambriz for $730,000
Los Altos1919 Alford Ave. N. Bouja to J. Alkhaseh for $1,315,000782 Covington Road De-bower Trust to Cohen Trust for $2,550,0001265 Estate Drive P. & R. Guerra
to C. & B. Menden for $1,960,0001888 Granger Ave. J. & J. Pynada-th to S. & S. Wayne for $1,350,0001243 Green Oak Lane T. & L. Blackwell to D. Preece for $1,835,000432 La Prenda Road Walker Trust to A. Chan for $1,465,000444 Lassen St. #10 T. & K. Walker to I. Nesic for $665,000666 Lincoln Ave. Robinson Trust to J. Jin for $938,000207 Mountain View Ave. V. Grant to S. Cochran for $1,805,000437 Panchita Way Kelley Trust to V. & L. Manugian for $1,412,500994 Parma Way S. Yeh to Chai Trust for $1,675,0001261 Patlen Drive J. Rodabaugh to C. Neagu for $1,470,0001190 Payne Drive Noon Trust to N. Hunt for $1,851,5001180 Runnymead Drive B. Johnson to M. & C. Gates for $1,510,000840 Starlite Lane J. & C. Eichhorn to J. Clidaras for $2,100,000
Menlo Park1244 Hoover St. M. Lee to B. Sim-mons for $1,210,000724 Oak Grove Ave. #10 L. Han-sen to Law Trust for $480,0002140 Santa Cruz Ave. #204 P. Weston to Dada Trust for $370,500
Mountain View154 Bonny St. A. & U. Prasad to M. Fenwick for $750,0001125 Burgoyne St. A. Liu to C. Hsu for $690,000181 Centre St. #5 L. & M. Hart-mann to M. Teng for $568,000505 Cypress Point Drive #149D. Cremona to M. Edgeworth for $350,000221 Easy St. #5 K. Love to S. Rezendiz for $525,0002212 Leland Ave. Sunny Court Apartments to B. Sarhad for $450,000100 E. Middlefield Road #5AT. & M. Butler to G. Sanchez for $449,000179 Owens Court Whisman IV Mountain View to J. Haller for $743,000181 Owens Court Whisman IV Mountain View to M. & R. Vokoun for $726,500185 Owens Court Whisman IV Mountain View to M. Qin for $674,000187 Owens Court Whisman IV Mountain View to N. & I. Peters for $727,000532 Piazza Drive Ambrunn Trust to N. Feria for $825,000157 Preston Drive Chai Trust to S.
Tabatabaei for $1,335,000765 N. Rengstorff Ave. #17A. Whiteside to C. Mathis for $432,000436 Rhone Court T. Danza to S. Chopra for $720,0001963 Rock St. #25 M. Spriggs to C. Bell for $545,0001627 Tulane Drive Chapman Trust to S. & C. Cowley for $935,0002580 Westford Way D. & M. Goldschmidt to R. & F. Adam for $1,230,000
Palo Alto218 N. California Ave. B. Butler to T. Roper for $860,000800 E. Charleston Road #1 G. Luo to D. Zhu for $901,000744 Coastland Drive Clauss Trust to M. & S. Towfiq for $1,125,0001437 Hamilton Ave. E. Mease to B. Moffitt for $3,325,000800 High St. #303 Palo Alto High St. Partners to G. & M. Schiffman for $1,155,000270 Leland Ave. M. Fontenot to C. Larson for $1,525,0003830 Magnolia Drive F. Fehrer to Nicolaou Trust for $1,348,0003748 Redwood Circle J. Martinez-Salmeron to W. Lu for $1,153,0003548 South Court Wooding Trust to C. Ring for $927,0002330 Wellesley St. Chang Trust to J. Chang for $725,000
Portola Valley135 Russell Ave. Bartlett Trust to J. & P. Eicher for $725,000
Redwood City596 4th Ave. S. Pickard to L. Jaca for $725,000347 Cerrito Ave. L. Nunneley to M. Anagnostou for $1,625,000464 Clinton St. #402 W. & C. Stuart to J. & S. Stapleton for $620,000785 Douglas Ave. D. Jouan to M. Ramirez for $700,000681 Edgecliff Way N. Babkin to Buranzon Trust for $920,0002503 Hastings Shore Lane M. Chavan to N. Lopez for $690,000340 Hillview Ave. Stowell Trust to E. & Y. Gee for $700,000748 Holly Hill Court P. Mummah to G. & K. Reinke for $1,362,000272 Hubbard Ave. L. Lilyquist to P. & G. Murphy for $1,336,000429 Lancaster Way H. Gonzalez to T. & L. Cunningham for $671,000830 Mohican Way R. & E. Winslow to M. & E. Lindeman for $1,375,000253 Oak Ave. #101 Rottiers Trust to P. & L. Fernandez for $495,0002490 Oregon Ave. Collins Trust to M. Vierra for $760,000
544 Shorebird Circle #25204 Wi-djaja Trust to O. Wray for $618,000517 Spruce St. B. & R. Croshal to J. & V. Garcia for $665,000158 Stanley St. S. Shilstone to D. & K. Severin for $375,0001267 Westwood St. M. & N. Sullivan to S. Hetherington for $845,000
BUILDING PERMITSAtherton
150 Valparaiso Ave. Sacred Heart School, re-roof Mother Foley Rec-reational Center, $48,900139 Tuscaloosa Burns, new out-door built-in barbecue, $15,0005 Knoll Vista A. Kaplan, re-roof residence, $26,500
Menlo Park337 Central Ave. J. Ott, replace existing AC unit, $6,495; replace existing subpanel, $1,80017 Greenwood Place L. Yawn, new AC unit, $5,9001730 Oakdell Drive L. Byers, kitchen remodel, master bath, bedroom, new windows, entry re-model, $275,000219 Lexington Drive A. Vis-conti, 1,122 square foot addition, $300,000333 Ravenswood Ave. Stanford Research Institute, demo of wall and door, partition between office 7 and storage 27, $2,500899 Santa Cruz Ave. University Investment Company, commercial tenant improvement, $90,000921 Olive St. S. Goswamy, demo existing house, and temp power pole, $8,000139 Buckthorn Way L. Basso et al., kitchen remodel, $20,000
AthertonTotal sales reported: 1Lowest sales price: $4,550,000Highest sales price: $4,550,000
East Palo AltoTotal sales reported: 5Lowest sales price: $500,000Highest sales price: $815,000
Los AltosTotal sales reported: 15Lowest sales price: $665,000Highest sales price: $2,550,000
Menlo ParkTotal sales reported: 3Lowest sales price: $370,500Highest sales price: $1,210,000
Mountain ViewTotal sales reported: 18Lowest sales price: $350,000Highest sales price: $1,335,000
Palo AltoTotal sales reported: 10Lowest sales price: $725,000Highest sales price: $3,325,000
Portola ValleyTotal sales reported: 1Lowest sales price: $725,000Highest sales price: $725,000
Redwood CityTotal sales reported: 17Lowest sales price: $375,000Highest sales price: $1,625,000
Source: California REsource
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CARE FOR TREES? . . . Canopy: Trees for Palo Alto is offering a free series of Saturday workshops aimed at training people to care for community trees, begin-ning Sept. 30, 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Cubberley Com-munity Center, Room H-6, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Topics include: Understanding the Miracle of Community Trees (Sept. 30), with Dave Dockter, city of Palo Alto arborist, and Genevra Ornelas Canopy program director; Selecting and Planting Young Trees (Oct. 7, 9 a.m. to noon) with Dave Muffly, ISA certi-fied arborist; Improving the Health and Longevity of Your Mature Tree (Nov. 4, 9 to 11 a.m.) with John McClenahan, ISA certified arborist; Training Young Trees for Structure and Form (Feb. 10, 9 a.m. to noon) with Kevin Raftery, ISA certified arborist; and Pruning and Managing Fruit Trees (April 21, 9 a.m. to noon) with Dave Muffly. Participants will receive a Community Tree Steward certificate. For information, call 650-964-6110 or down-load a registration form at www.canopy.org by Sept. 25. ■
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apr.com | PALO ALTO 578 University Avenue 650.323.1111
This home may bring your house hunting to an end! Offered here are all the features that make a wonderful investment. You will be living in a superb location and friendly neighborhood. This is a charming home with a great floor plan.
Three bedrooms and three updated bathroomsLiving room with a raised brick hearth and wood mantel above the wood-burning fireplace.Generous sized eat-in kitchen with granite tiled counters and tiled floors. French doors lead to a lovely patio surrounded by green grass, colorful perennials and shaded by two avocado bearing trees.Warm-toned hardwood flooring in every room except the kitchen and bathrooms. Separate laundry room.Crown molding and high baseboards throughout most of home. Warm and inviting colors throughout the home.2 car detached garageGas forced air heating system. An almost new air conditioning system is in place. Lot size is approximately 7,350 square feet. Home is approximately 1,564 square feet. Actual size to be verified by buyers, if needed.Award winning Palo Alto School District.Within walking distance to the many attractions offered by the Palo Alto Community Center. The following inspections are provided: Pest inspection, heating and air-conditioning inspection, chimney inspection, roof inspection, home inspection, and a JCP report.
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• 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths• House: 1,632 square feet (per DataQuick, univerifi ed by APR, Listing Agent, or Seller)• Lot: 50' x 112.5' (per city of PA, univerifi ed by APR, Listing Agent, or Seller)• Schools: Addison Elementary, Jordan Middle School, and Palo Alto High School (Buyers to
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Offered at $1,300,000
Square footage and/or acreage information contained herein has been received from seller, exist-ing reports, appraisals, public records and/or other sources deemed reliable. However, neither seller nor listing agent has verified this information. If this information is important to buyer in determining whether to buy or the purchase price, buyer should conduct buyer’s own investigation.
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Move right in and enjoy this immaculate three bedroom, two bath home! This spacious 1270 square foot home features a remodeled kitchen with gorgeous cabinetry, granite counter-tops, and top-of-the-line appliances. Delightful architecture includes a beautiful wood-burning fireplace, hardwood floors, crown molding, and recessed lighting. Add to this, award-winning landscaping, gorgeous paver patio for entertaining, and a breath taking waterfall and you’ve found you dream home. Located on a 6,090 square foot lot. Offered at $899,000
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ooking for a spectacular, spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath contemporary house with gorgeous gardens?This handsome home exceeds yourrequirements – and is in move-in condition. Two-story vaulted ceilings soar over the elegant, elevated formal living room and step-down formal dining room. The updated kitchen’s open plan places it conveniently adjacent to, but separate from, the informaldining and family rooms. Be sure to notice;
Professionally landscaped gardens, Impressive marble and tile gas fireplaces, Oak plank floors, raised wood-panel doors, Built-in bookcases and open-display shelving, Built-in vacuum-system, separate laundry, Large, 2-car garage with electric door opener.
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Cul-de-sac end-unit is quiet and private, Spacious living room and master bedroom suite both have wood-burning fireplaces, Modern kitchen includes convenient breakfast bar, Wood floors and luxurious carpeting throughout, Large, 2-car garage has built-in closets, storage loft and electric garage door opener.
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This quiet 6856 sq.ft. +/- cul-de-sac lot comes with City approved plans for a beautiful new 5bd/4ba home of 2586 sq.ft. Designed by renowned Palo Alto architect, Roger Kohler, the floorplan includes an elegant living room, formal dining room, large eat-in kitchen and family room, plus guest bedroom/office with separate entrance on the floor. A master suite with balcony plus additional bedrooms and baths are located on the second level. The property currently contains a well-maintained 2bd/1ba home surrounded by fruit trees and mature plantings. Great Midtown location, two blocks to Mitchell Park and schools. Completed plan set included in price.
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▲ 96 ATHERTON AVE $3,500,0004 BR 2 BA Lovely ~0.82 parcel. Vintage 1950s ranch.Dante Drummond 325.6161
▲ 19 BELLEAU AV $2,495,0003 BR 2.5 BA Family rm, bonus area, guest house, auto-matic gate Natalie Comartin 324.4456
EAST PALO ALTO✜▲ 1982 W BAYSHORE RD #120 $639,0003 BR 2 BA Woodland Creek! Minutes to Downtown PA! Tom O’Dowd 324.4456
WELL KEPT LOCATION $629,0003 BR 1 BA Spacious bedrooms, nicely landscaped - poten-tial!Prieto Team 325.6161
NEAR SCHOOLS AND FREEWAYS $625,000Improved in 2003. New double paned windows.Prieto Team 325.6161
VERY PRIVATE LOCATION $615,0002 BR 1 BA New landscaping. Lot is approx. 8040sf per county.Prieto Team 325.6161
▲ 2759 HUNTER ST $589,0003 BR 1 BA Light-filled starter home on an excellent street.Diana Sumner 325.6161
✜▲ 1982 W BAYSHORE RD #112 $389,0001 BR 1 BA Woodland Creek! Minutes to Downtown PA! Tom O’Dowd 324.4456
LA HONDA▲ HWY.84 & ENTRADA $199,000Wooded lot across 84 from market. .41 flat acre.Margot Lockwood 851.2666
LOS ALTOSPARADISE IN THE COUNTRY! $7,400,0005 BR 4 BA Luxurious home on a private one acre parcel!Dolores Shaw 948.0456
▲ 840 MORA DR $3, 995,0004 BR 4.5 BA 3rd hm in 3-home development. Beautifully crafted!Jim Galli 948.0456
NEW CONSTRUCTION $3,280,0006 BR 4 BA Scheduled for completion late 2006. 3900+sf homeDiPali Shah 325.6161
▲ 275 LOS ALTOS CT $2,955,0006 BR 4 BA Steel-framed construction 7-year new home nr dntnJim Galli 948.0456
364 BENVENUE AV $2,588,0004 BR 4 BA (all suites) Lot: 13,500; House: 3800. LA schools.Julie Lau 325.6161
✜▲ 515 SEQUOIA DR $2,188,0004 BR 3.5 BA Beautifully updated, expanded retreat near LoyolaJo Buchanan 941.7040
✜▲ 483 PACO DR $1,599,0004 BR 2 BA Delightful ranch with lush garden close to VillageBarbara Williams 941.7040
✜▲ 140 FORMWAY CT $1,599,0004 BR 2.5 BA North Los Altos beauty near schools & town.Vicki Geers 941.7040
COUNTRY CLUB PRIME VIEW $1,598,000Build dream home in Los Altos Country Club area.Dennis Liu 948.0456
▲ 1107 MUIR WAY $1,498,0003 BR 2 BA Well maintained home on peaceful cul-de-sac.Alice Nuzzo 941.7040
✜▲ 37 FARM ROAD $789,0002 BR 2 BA Nestled in secluded woodsy setting.Helen Tish 948.0456
✜▲ 150 W EDITH AV #00034 $598,0003 BR 2 BA Top floor condo near charming Village. Pool. Jo Buchanan 941.7040
✜ 1070 MERCEDES AV #00021 $549,0002 BR 1.5 BA Complex features a pool, spa, club house and saunaSteve Scheck 948.0456
LOS ALTOS HILLS✜▲ 13826 TEMPLETON COURT $5,975,0005 BR 4.5 BA Just completed Craftsman estate set in woodland.Jo Buchanan 941.7040
▲ 25599 FERNHILL DR. $5,375,0004 BR 4 BA on 2.5 acres with a view. Gazebo, pool & spa.Tim Trailer 325.6161
▲ 12125 OAK PARK CT $4,980,0006 BR 4.5 BA Over 6000Sf of elegance. Gleaming hardwd flrs.Jim Galli 948.0456
▲ 24001 OAK KNOLL CI $4,595,0004 BR 3 BA Stunning views & tennis court, luxurious gardens.Judy Bogard-Tanigami & Sheri Hughes 941.7040
✜▲ 26111 MULBERRY LN $4,500,0006 BR 4 BA Spanish Colonial on 1.92 acres with corral & barnJudy Bogard-Tanigami & Sheri Hughes 941.7040
▲ 11651 JESSICA LN $3,998,0005 BR 3.5 BA Mediterranean villa in lush wooded setting.Jo Buchanan 941.7040
IMMACULATELY REMODELED $3,495,0005 BR 5.5 BA Must see! 3 Suites, Pool, Lrg Bkyrd; Gourmet kit.R. Brendan Leary 325.6161
▲ 12102 OAK PARK CT $3,295,0004 BR 4.5 BA Beautiful contemporary with luxurious 4,000+ sq ftAlice Nuzzo 941.7040
▲ 12345 PAGE MILL RD $3,295,0004 BR 4.5 BA Ten+ acres of bliss. Views of Bay, valley & more!Vicki Geers 941.7040
▲ 11930 RHUS RIDGE RD $3,188,0005 BR 4.5 BA Custom built sanctuary adjacent to preserve.Jo Buchanan 941.7040
✜▲ 12815 VISCAINO RD $2,950,0004 BR 2.5 BA Recent renovated gourmet kitchen, new flrs & roof.Julie Tsai Law 325.6161
▲ 27665 VIA CERRO GORDO $2,595,0004 BR 2 BA Amazing Views frm this gorgeous 1.28 acre propertyHanna Shacham 324.4456
✜▲ 26501 PURISSIMA RD $2,395,0004 BR 3.5 BA Updated 3000 sf home w/PA Schools on 1 acre lot.Hanna Shacham 324.4456
MENLO PARK▲ 956 MENLO OAKS DR $3,100,0004 BR 4 BA Custom home, gated prop. Lush gardens, pool & spa. Willa Falk 851.2666
▲ 1701 BAY LAUREL DR $2,995,0004 BR 4 BA Stylish home,approx. 1/3 ac.w/pool,cul-de-sac loc.Chris Mc Donnell 851.1961
▲ 1365 CORINNE LN $2,795,0004 BR 3 BA Huge price reduction! Trad. home on large lot.Barbara Piuma 851.2666
✜ 958 HERMOSA WY $2,699,0004 BR 2.5 BA Rare one-half acre in prime location.Jackie Copple 324.4456
✜▲ 980 SISKIYOU $1,995,0004 BR 2.5 BA Sharon Heights home with great oak stud-ded views!Maya Sewald 323.7751
▲ 1370 DELFINO WY $1,495,0004 BR 3 BA Best value! Opportunity-West MP! Lovely yards.Steve Bellumori 324.4456
▲ 308 PRINCETON ROAD $1,495,0004 BR 2 BA Charming sunny single-level Ranch Style.Tom LeMieux 323.7751
▲ 771 CAMBRIDGE-REAR HOUSE $1,495,0003 BR 3.5 BA Super grt rm & kit, large BRs, office, yard.Carol MacCorkle/Tory Fratt 324.4456
✜▲ 14 GREENWOOD PL $1,385,0004 BR 2 BA Price reduction! New listing in Suburban Park!Beatrice Goodman 324.4456
▲ 851 VALPARAISO AV $1,345,0003 BR 2.5 BA Approx 1800sf townhouse in beautiful down-town loc.Dianne and David Hamren 324.4456
▲ 160 SAND HILL CIR $1,195,0003 BR 2.5 BA Attractive new price! Prime location.Hanna Shacham 324.4456
▲ 771 CAMBRIDGE-FRONT HOUSE $995,0002 BR 1.5 BA Newly remodeled in Allied Arts; Bright & charming!Carol MacCorkle/Tory Fratt 324.4456
▲ 179 HEDGE ROAD $1,075,0003 BR 2.5 BA Syle & sophistication in this Suburban Park home.Karen Fryling & Rebecca Johnson 323.7751
✜▲ 357 MCKENDRY DR $998,0003 BR 1.5 BA Updated &remodeled w hwd flrs,crown mold-ing & moreJan Aarts & Jennifer Aarts Keenan 325.6161
✜▲ 1155 MERRILL STREET 104 $895,0002 BR 2 BA Uptown living in downtown Menlo Park.Bob Nicholus 323.7751
▲ 104 HAIGHT ST $739,0002 BR 1 BA 10,080+ sf lot. Fix up or build large home.Lyn Jason Cobb 324.4456
✜▲ 610 GILBERT AVE #28 $529,0002 BR 1 BA 1 Car Garage, Hardwoods, Granite, Fresh PaintGreg Stange 325.6161
MOUNTAIN VIEW✜▲ 2706 ST. GILES LANE $1,395,0004 BR 3 BA One of a kind home in prestigious Waverly Park.Judy Bogard-Tanigami & Sheri Hughes 941.7040
▲ 1123 CUESTA DR $1,018,0004 BR 3 BA Fabulous potential! Large lot. Los Altos schools.Jeanne MacVicar 941.7040
✜▲ 1348 GILMORE ST $998,0003 BR 2 BA Updated home in prime area with Los Altos schools!MacVicar Team 941.7040
✜▲ 644 HANS AV $948,000Charming duplex near schools in nice neighborhood.Jo Buchanan 941.7040
▲ 151 IRENE CT $739,0003 BR 2.5 BA Stunning! 2 car garage. Close to everything!Kathleen Pasin 325.6161
▲ 131 IRENE CT $700,0003 BR 2.5 BA Split level end unit w/ lots of light.Andrew Kim 325.6161
✜▲ 109 PACCHETTI WY $698,0003 BR 3 BA Townhome style condo in Crossings with LA schoolsManning/Gau 941.7040
▲ 1 - 4 157 CENTRE ST $589,9502 BR 2.5 BA 1st open! Convenient location; good-sized townhm.Don Yarkin 324.4456
<S 2030 W MIDDLEFIELD RD #00005 $589,0002 BR 2.5 BA Granite,marble.Lrg backyard.Low dues.W/d garage.Deborah Greenberg 328.5211
▲ 956 BONITA AV #00006 $579,0002 BR 1.5 BA Fireplace,garden, inside laundry,garage.Zita Macy 328.5211
▲ 255 S. RENGSTORFF AVENUE #51 $530,0003 BR 2 BA Single level condo with wide patio.Owen Halliday 325.6161
PALO ALTO▲ 428 N. CALIFORNIA AVE $2,495,0003 BR 2.5 BA Spacious floor plan, Sep FR, DR, Sun room.R. Brendan Leary 325.6161
▲ 2320 BRYANT ST $2,475,0005 BR 3 BA Great 18 year home in the prestigious PA loca-tion!Judy Shen 328.5211
✜▲ 640 FULTON ST $1,799,0004 BR 3 BA Renovated Queen Anne Victorian. Nearby downtown.Sharon Witte 325.6161
✜▲ 863 SEALE AVE $1,799,0004 BR 3 BA 4BR home w/FR on approx 9200 sf lot. PA Schools.John Nelson 324.4456
▲ 1528 COLLEGE AV $1,719,0004 BR 2.5 BA 1894 College Terrace Victorian. Family rm.Sarah Elder 324.4456
▲ 1885 MARK TWAIN ST $1,699,0003 BR 2 BA Extraordinary Leland Manor hm. Totally remod-eled!Don Diltz 324.4456
✜▲ 749 MONTROSE AV $1,549,0004 BR 3 BA Extensively expanded & remodeled in 2001.Jessica Tang 328.5211
✜▲ 1475 KINGS LANE $1,498,0003 BR 2 BA Charming rancher + chef’s kitchen in Duvenek SDLinda Umbach 324.4456
▲ 80 ALANNAH CT $1,495,0004 BR 2 BA Remodeled kitchen. Large lot. Cul-de-sac set-tingPenny Goldcamp 325.6161
✜▲ 778 MAYVIEW AVE $1,299,0003 BR 2 BA Near Mitchel Park! 9500+ sf lot in Gunn HS area.Julie Tsai Law 325.6161
▲ 2611 MARSHALL DRIVE $1,249,0003 BR 2 BA Remodeled home w/spacious master suite on lrg lot.John Alexander 323.7751
✜▲ 3374 SAINT MICHAEL $1,198,0004 BR 2 BA Very desirable midtown location. Hardwood floors.Morgan, Gault & Park 323.7751
✜▲ 2368 SAINT FRANCIS DR $1,195,0003 BR 2 BA Great floor plan with family room, bonus area.Lynne Mercer 325.6161
✜▲ 3351 SAINT MICHAEL CT $949,0003 BR 2 BA Outstanding opportunity to remodel or build new.Elaine White And Don Diltz 324.4456
✜▲ 101 ALMA ST #607 $690,0002 BR 2 BA 6th floor. Classy end unit. Spacious, but cozy!Geraldine Asmus 325.6161
▲ 2561 PARK BLVD #N201 $649,000Gleaming hardwood floors, dual master suites!Chantal Frederick 325.6161
15796SF LOT N CRESCENT PK $2,195,0003 BR 1.5 BA Resore,remodel,rebuild.A hm ful of Old world charmLan Bowling 328.5211
▲ 410 SHERIDAN AV #222 $485,0001 BR 1 BA Cozy with inside laundry & secure parkingJames Milliken 948.0456
PORTOLA VALLEY▲ 75 CHEYENNE PT. $3,125,0004 BR 2.5 BA Sought After Views! Private 1 acre cul-de-sac. Easy entertaining. Pride of ownership.Ellie Gross Bullis 851.1961
▲ 145 NATHHORST AVE. $2,695,0003 BR 2.5 BA Aprx. 1.35 ac of flat land in central PV loca-tion.Scott Dancer/Ellen Vernazza 851.2666
▲ 6 SANDSTONE ST $2,195,0003 BR 2.5 BA Windy Hill views,walk to pools,tennis & more.Ginny & Joe Kavanaugh 851.1961
▲ 25 SADDLEBACK DR $2,079,0004 BR 3 BA Approx 3,500sf split-level,view & lg yd,cul-de-sacCeleste Henzel 851.1961
✜▲ 35 GOLDEN OAK DR. $1,895,0003 BR 3 BA Spectacular views on 1 ac. Remodel or rebuild.Berdine Jernigan/Heidi Johnson 851.2666
▲ 30 CIERROS ROAD $1,799,0002 BR 2.5 BA Remodeled w/dramatic views,approx 1.5 use-able acreCeleste Henzel 851.1961
▲ 197 PORTOLA RD $1,498,0003 BR 2 BA Rmdld w/granite,marble. Private drive w/fenced yd.Celeste Henzel 851.1961
▲ 128 SANTA MARIA AV $1,495,0003 BR 2 BA Completely remodeled “smart” home. Hardwd flrs.Lyn Jason Cobb 324.4456
▲ 180 ECHO LN. $1,450,0003 BR 2 BA Charm and convenience. Well maintained country hm.Sarah Rivers 851.2666
▲ 120 GABARDA WY $1,425,0003 BR 2 BA Wonderful Ladera home! Las Lomitas Schools.Lucy Berman 324.4456
✜▲ 161 DURAZNO WY $1,395,0003 BR 2.5 BA One of Ladera’s best locations! Lg cul-de-sac lot.Pam Piers Hammer 324.4456
▲ 145 SANTA MARIA AV $1,049,0002 BR 1 BA Chic remodeled cottage with large yard.Celeste Henzel 851.1961
REDWOOD CITY▲ 42 BOTANY CT. $1,898,0005 BR 3 BA Views of bay. Superb floorplan, hdwd floors.Carla Priola-Anisman 851.2666
▲ 97 E WAYNE CT $1,549,000Great multi-family property close to everything!Donna McKinley/John Nelson 324.4456
✜▲ 15 JUBILEE CT $1,498,0004 BR 3.5 BA Over 3600sf. Bonus loft. Priced to sell!Dee Eslami & Doris Messina 325.6161
✜▲ 3986 LONESOME PINE RD $1,095,0004 BR 2 BA Rare opportunity in Farm Hill Estates.Jerry Buranzon 325.6161
▲ 148 SPRINGDALE WAY $879,0002 BR 2.5 BA Charming log home on over 17,000 sf lot.Gail Umphrey 851.2666
▲ 174 ALEXANDER AV $718,0003 BR 1 BA Tastefully remodeled home near Atherton.Charlotte Van Orden 324.4456
1115 DAVIS ST $599,0002 BR 1 BA Hwd flrs,int.laund,FP, pine wainscoting, 1 car garLeslie Pappas & Sandy Ramirez 325.6161
BEAUTIFULLY REMODEL CONDO $469,0002 BR 1 BA Newer dual pane windows&heaterremodeled kitchen.Joan Ryan 328.5211
REDWOOD SHORES▲ 10 OCEANSIDE WAY $1,288,5003 BR 2.5 BA Beautiful Mediterranean, hi ceilings, spa-cious rmsYamei Lee 325.6161
STANFORD▲ 849 ALLARDICE WAY $1,298,0005 BR 3 BA Available only to elegible Stanford faculty/StaffChuck Lane 948.0456
WOODSIDE▲ 382 MOUNTAIN HOME RD $7,950,0004 BR 4.5 BA French country chateau on private knoll.Thomas Dallas/Janis Grube 851.2666
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LOS ALTOS881 PARMA WAY $3,495,000 MASTER PIECE BEAUTY. 6BR/4.5BA. 2006 Mediterranean villa - Magnificent home. Perfect balance of formality, intimate charm. Mike Kashani/Satya 948.0456
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SUNNYVALE1291 TORRANCE AVE. $719,000 3 BR 2 BA State-of-the-art craftsmanship & materials, features gourmet kitchen, new bathrooms, dining room w/fireplace, expansive living room & much more. Denise Monfette 325.6161
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PALO ALTO23 ROOSEVELT CIR. $1,398,000 4 BR 2 BA Renovate down to stud in ’04. Too many upgrades to list. Around 1720sf. Gourmet kitchen & top of line appl. Outdoor BBQ, spa, gazebo. Julie Tsai Law 325.6161
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MENLO PARK160 SAND HILL CIR. $1,195,000 Attractive new price!! Spacious, light, & very flexible 2050 sq ft flor plan offer 3+ beds (w/possible 4+ beds) & two full baths. Hanna Shacham 324.4456
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PALO ALTO1250 UNIVERSITY AVE. $2,195,000 15796SF Lot n Crescent PK. 3 BR 1.5 BA Restore, remod-el or rebuild. A house full of Old world charm w/hwd floors, crown moldings, lg. rooms, built-ins & classic brick veranda n back. PA schls. Lan Bowling 328.5211
LOS ALTOS HILLS14300 MIRANDA ROAD $2,950,000 Lots & Land. Likely one of the best home sites avail-able! Dramatic views. Pastoral setting, park-like serene approx. acre. Initial soils study, architectural renderings & topography map available. Near the Village. Terri Couture 917.5811
ATHERTON37 WATKINS AVE. $2,295,000 4BR 4BA. Features include an elegant LR, formal DR, gourmet KT with top of the line applicances, spacious FR & BRs, hrdwd flrs thru-out & lovely bckyd. MP schls. Keri Nicholas 323.7751
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MOUNTAIN VIEW2030 W MIDDLEFIELD RD #00005 $589,0002BR 2.5BA Set oback off Middlefield Rd. Granite counter, marble Frpl. Lrg backyard. w/d garage. 2 master suites. Only 5 units. Low due. A must seeDeborah Greenberg 328.5211
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A P R . C O M | 6 2 0 S A N TA C R U Z AV E N U E | M E N L O PA R K | 6 5 0 - 4 6 2 - 1 1 1 1
Atherton Estate
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
34 STERN LANE
TUNNING TUSCAN RETREAT
offers 5+ bedrooms and 6.5 baths. Old
World artistry plus high-tech comforts. Palatial
master suite. Venetian plaster walls throughout.
Tremendous media/recreation complete with
wet bar and wine cellar. Quiet and secluded,
just moments from Stanford University,
shopping, commute routes, and schools.
Offered at $3,995,000
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Menlo Park Retreat
2312 LOMA PRIETA LANE
SAMIRA AMID-HOZOUR
650-543-1225 DIRECT
650-462-1111 OFFICE
HIS SUPERBLY DESIGNED
new custom luxury home with 5 bedrooms,
5+ bathrooms, and 2 family rooms sits on a
beautifully tree-studded lot, on one of Atherton’s
prime cul-de-sacs. A loggia, 2 outdoor fi replaces,
a beautiful pool house, and numerous patios
create incredible outdoor living – perfect for
everyday enjoyment and special occasions.
Offered at $10,695,000
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Property showcased by:Jeanese Rowell Design650.323.1065
www.jrdesign.com
OPEN SAT & SUN
OPEN SAT & SUN
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8 Friars Lane, Woodside
Open Sunday
Contact: John W. King, CRB
Direct: 650-354-1100
Cell: 650-483-2710
[email protected] Tour and Documents Available
On-Line at www.akrealty.com
Offered at: $2,950,000
Stunning Views, Sleek Villa Style in WoodsideThis exceptional estate-style property offers a contemporary interpretation of a sun-drenched European villa complete with nearby vineyards and elegant grounds that cater to both active and meditative relaxation. Poised on a hilltop that commands to-the-horizon views in nearly every direction, the home's expansive living areas are filled with natural light from dawn to dusk.
Features:• Four Bedrooms (possibly 5) • 3 1/2 Bathrooms• Over Three Acres of usable
land that is fully fenced, has large lawns and drought tolerant landscaping, a well and storage tanks for irrigation
• House redone in Summer of 2005
• Large Kitchen with Granite counters, new appliances, new flooring, new carpeting (2005)
• Spacious Family Room with Fireplace and Full Bar
• Beautiful pool & spa.
• 3 car Garage• Japanese & Zen gardens• Quiet cul-de-sac• Minutes from 280 and Roberts
Market• Award winning Portola Valley
school
5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms Separate 1 Br/1 Ba staff apartment Approx. 7000 Sq. Ft. of living space situated on just over an acre
3-car garage + separate 1-car garagefor apartment
Beautifully landscaped grounds Dramatic foyer Soaring living room with fi replace Formal dining room Alder- and granite-fi nished kitchen Library w/ fi replace
5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms New construction, fi nished in 2006 Attached 3-car garage Beautifully landscaped grounds Prestigious Stonebridge development in
lower Hillsborough Two-story foyer w/ gallery overlook Light-fi lled living room w/ fi replace opens to wrap-around terrace
Paneled library w/ fi replace Cherry- and limestone-fi nished chef’s kitchen
3 Mountain Wood Lane
5 Mountain Wood Lane
O� ered at $5,500,000
O� ered at $4,775,000
Call Je� Wyatt at (408) 741-8111Homes may be shown by appointment Cross street is Clydesdale Drive
www.pinnbros.comPrices, terms and specif ications subject to change without notice.
SOLD!Alder and granite finished kitchen
Cherry and limestone finished chef’s kitchen
• Five bedrooms, 3.5 baths • Formal entry • Living room w/wood-burning FP • Separate dining room with sliding glass doors to expansive, covered front deck • Eat-in kitchen with updated appliances • Master suite with updated bathroom• Family room with freestanding fi replace and a large, built-in bar • Separate upstairs addition off family room featuring two bedrooms, plus a full bath • Hardwood fl oors • Plantation shutters • Skylights• Shake roof (less than one year old) • Two car attached garage with storage
Welcome to this delightful Sharon Heights ranch-style home. The lot size is over 1/3 of an acre with views of the East Bay and the hills beyond.
Entertaining is a pleasure in the rear garden. There are terraced patios and a charming gazebo where you can relax and enjoy the view. Sharon Heights is one of the most desirable areas of Menlo Park with great access to Stanford University and major freeways, wonderful shopping close by, and a lovely park with a lake. In addition, it is served by distinguished Las Lomitas Schools.
(650) 462-1111 x515 (650) 543-1155 Directwww.sequeirateam.com
Exclusive Listing Agents RICHARD & ROBIN SEQUEIRA
apr.com | MENLO PARK 620 Santa Cruz Avenue 650.462.1111
2324 Olympic Avenue, Menlo Park
Offered for $1,695,000
For information, disclosures, school & neighborhood data, see www.2324olympic.com
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CAMPIProperties, Inc.
650.941.4300 • www.campi.com
195 S. San Antonio Rd., Los Altos
LEADERS IN LOS ALTOS/LOS ALTOS HILLS SINCE 1989! FIND OUT WHY OUR MARKETING IS SO SUCCESSFUL…
LOS ALTOS HILLS25400 LA LOMA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,850,000This 4.5 acre parcel offers panoramic views of San Francisco Bay, the Valley, and city lights.
27863 BLACK MOUNTAIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,495,000Set on approx. 1.16 private gated acres, this prestigious estate has a sweeping floorplan w/formal living room & dining room & well appointed MBR suite. Partial bay views. Palo Alto Schools.
LOS ALTOS
1683 DALEHURST AVENUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,495,000Charming 3BR/2BA home in a wonderful neighborhood with professionally landscaped yard, new exterior & interior paint, hdwd floors. Cupertino Schools.
LOS ALTOS HILLSPRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,495,000Rebuilt approx. 5 years ago, this one level home has 5BR/5+BA including spacious master suite w/FP, Jacuzzi tub, steam shower & sep. sauna. Palo Alto Schools. Knoll-top setting on approx. 2.4AC.
MOUNTAIN VIEWNEW ON THE MARKET! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $859,000Well maintained duplex located near downtown Mountain View & just one block from Stevens Creek Trail. Both units offer 2BR/1.5BA + den. Newly painted, double paned windows, FP, hardwood floors. Inside laundry.
BRAND NEW HOME. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,998,888Classic Craftsman beauty, family ‘loop’ street near Palo Alto; Los Altos Schools; 3,925 sq. ft. with details & extras; 5BR/3BA.
HOME WITH COTTAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $765,000A great income producing property. Residence with 2BR/1BA, guest cottage w/private gated entry (cur-rently rented). HDWD floors, new paint.
SUNNYVALETRIPLEX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,149,000(1) Two bedroom/1 bath unit in front facing street. Totally updated. Fireplace in the unit. (2) One bed-room/1 bath units. Partially updated. New roof, windows, exterior paint.
MORGAN HILLALMOST 40 ACRES! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $998,000Located in the Uvas Canyon, this parcel is close to the proposed Coyote Valley Community, 2 golf courses, fishing, & boating.
SALE PENDING
O P E N S U N D A Y , 1 : 3 0 - 4 : 3 0
27121 WEST FREMONT ROAD ..................................$2,795,000Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home on 1.2 Acres of flat land. Tentative plans avail-able for traditional home with 5BR/6+BAbaths. Palo Alto Schools.
SALE PENDING
1840 GRANT PARK LANE ..........................................$1,995,000NEW ON THE MARKET! Beautiful single level custom home on a cul-de-sac adjacent to Grant Park. 5BR/4BA, skylights, hardwood floors, crown moldings, 2 heating units, 2A/C units. Cupertino Schools.
B Y A P P O I N T M E N T O N L Y
O P E N S A T U R D A Y & S U N D A Y , 1 : 3 0 - 4 : 3 0
GINNY [email protected]
JOE KAVANAUGH650.529.2060
NEW LISTING!Open Sunday, Sept. 24th, 1:30-4:30 pm
Sought After Portola Valley Ranch6 Sandstone Street, Portola ValleyExquisite 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home with views of Windy Hill and the western coastal range.
• Grand living room and formal dining area• Designer kitchen with island and casual dining area• Master suite with luxurious bath• Stylish home offi ce• Walk to community pools, tennis courts and more... • Excellent Portola Valley schools
Offered for $2,195,000
Virtual Tour: www.thekavanaughs.com Click on "spotlight properties"
www.172NSpring.com
Open Sat/Sun
• End of private Cul-de-sac• 5 bed/3 bath• 3434 Sq. Ft. +/-• 21,034 Sq. Ft. +/-• Pool & Spa• 3 Car Garage• Huge Granite Kitchen• Master Suite with fi replace• $2,498,000
David TroyerLos Altos & HillsSpecialist
172 N Springer Road, Los Altos
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SOLD
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260 Prior Lane, Atherton O P E N S AT U R D AY & S U N D AY, 1 : 3 0 - 4 : 3 0 P M
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T: 650 329 6645F: 650 329 7822
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Elegant & Private East Coast Resort Style• 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms
• Exceptionally private location at the end of a cul-de-sac
• Flexible, generously dimensioned one-level floorplan
• Large, light-filled living room with fireplace and French doors to the rear grounds
• Elegant formal dining room
• Spacious chef's kitchen with center island and breakfast nook
• Inviting family room opens to a broad entertainment terrace
• Expansive master bedroom suite features direct garden access and a luxurious limestone bath
• Versatile family accommodations include a giant bedroom also suitable as a media, play, recreation, or office space
• Separately enclosed swimming pool
• Detached 3-car garage
• Lush landscaping includes vast stretches of level lawn, roses, mature perimeter trees, abundant fruit trees, and raised vegetable beds
• Play area with climbing structure
• Convenient location close to downtown Menlo Park and major commute routes
• Excellent Menlo Park schools
Offered at $3 ,450,000
apr.com | MENLO PARK 620 Santa Cruz Avenue 650.462.1111
Jolaine WoodsonDirect: [email protected]
Jack WoodsonJack: 650.740.9787
This 1925 home was designed by respected San Francisco architect Charles K. Sumner. The restrained mission revival style is elegant, warm, and spacious. It proudly joins other fine homes that make tree-lined Coleridge Avenue one of the most desirable locations in Old Palo Alto.
The residence claims a stately street presence on a nearly one-half acre lot (100x200 unverified). The 4,289 s.f. home (unveri-fied) includes six spacious bedrooms, three full baths, exquisite living room and expansive library/office each with fireplace, sunny formal dining room, sunroom, additional office upstairs, spacious eat-in kitchen. Other interior features include all new paint, refinished immaculate hardwood floors throughout, ample built-in storage, French doors, high ceilings, large base-ment for utilities, storage and small workshop.
The exterior includes a classic porte cochere, a warm side patio adjacent to the sunroom adjoining a cool expanse of lawn and a lush garden, large swimming pool surrounded by a sun deck, cabana with changing rooms and half bath, rock garden and magnificent oak, and a vegetable garden. Other exte-rior features include: terra cotta roofing, original iron works, balconies, “bell tower” chimneys, moulded stucco details and restored original multipane windows.
Generations of children from this home have attended the finest public schools in California. The property is located in the midst of Silicon Valley, within a civic-minded community and a stable, safe neighborhood.
Offered at $5,995,000
OPEN SUNDAY
1:30-4:30
435 COLERIDGE AVENUE, PALO ALTO
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• 4 Bedrooms (including 3 mater suites)and 4 full baths
• 1 room on main fl oor that could be either a 4th bedroom or offi ce
• Elegant living room with fi replace and formal dinning room
• Gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances and adjacent great room with fi replace
• High-ceilings with recessed lighting and fi re sprinklers
• Two separate heating systems with Air Conditioning
• Lot size approximately 6,000 Sq.Ft. • Professional landscaped garden• Los Lomitas Schools• Professionally landscaped garden• Double pane windows with interior wood
casings throughout• All solid wood doors throughout
$2,268,000
2190 STERLING AVENUE — MENLO PARKTOP QUALITY NEW CONSTRUCTION Another beautiful craftsmen home, built by Bay West Construction with great style and wonderful layout. The home is approximately 2,700 square feet of living space plus a two-car-garage. This elegant residence features top quality materials through out and is ready for its’ new owners.
Hossein JalaliInternational President’s PremierTop 1% of Coldwell Banker GloballyDirect (650)474-3648Cell (650)[email protected] Tour: www.hjalali.com
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Thinking about buying or selling a home?Call Kyra GebhardtLocal Knowledge: Born and raised on Mid-PeninsulaEducated: Stanford MBAProfessional, Responsive, Client-Focused
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apr.com | MENLO PARK 1550 El Camino Real, Suite 10 0 650.462.1111
3284 Greer Road, Palo AltoSituated on an expansive corner lot in the charming Midtown neighborhood of Palo Alto, this delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom property combines classic Ranch functionality with an open and light-fi lled layout.
• 3 well-sized bedrooms with built-in wardrobe cabinetry • Stylishly updated bathroom • Spacious living room with wood-burning fi replace • Dining area with French doors to secluded patio and garden• Light-fi lled kitchen with abundant cabinetry and access to rear yard• Dual pane windows in most rooms and wood blinds throughout• Fresh paint in a sophisticated muted color palette and all new Berber
carpeting • Lush, professionally landscaped wrap-around grounds • Gorgeous bluestone fl agstone patio in the rear yard invites outdoor
entertaining and leisure activities all year round • Nationally-acclaimed Palo Alto Schools • Conveniently located just minutes from Midtown Shopping Center,
downtown Palo Alto and Stanford University
Offered at: $949,000
OPEN SUNDAY 1:30-4:30
BEA GOODMANSRES, Broker [email protected]
650-208-9728
14 Greenwood PlaceSituated in serene cul-de-sac in the sought-after Menlo Park school district, this delightful 1890 sq ft home features 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 remodeled baths. Kitchen/family room w/breakfast bar. Hardwood fl oors throughout, living room w/fi replace and bay window, Mas-ter bedroom w/large walk-in closet, offi ce workspace, freestanding fi replace, sliding doors to backyard. 2-car garage. Backyard with lovely private patio and built-in fi re-pit ensemble. 7239 sq ft lot.
Offered at $1,385,000
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WOODSIDE 2930 Woodside Road 650.529.1111
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Retreat to this classic Cape Cod style home – a wonderful infusion of
home, garden and downtown living. The thoughtfully planned 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom floorplan emphasizes space, style and comfort. Completely remodeled in 2002, the living room and dining area are elegantly rendered, while the granite-finished kitchen offers
a sophisticated extension to the entertaining venue. Beautiful hardwood floors, crown molding and dual pane windows with leafy garden views enrich the design. For convenience, the master bedroom suite is situated on the first level of the home, while three large bedrooms are on the upper level. Outside, entertain with privacy on the sunny garden
deck surrounded by profuse greenery. Conveniently located in Downtown Menlo Park, close to shopping, restaurants and major commute routes accessing the entire Bay Area. Outstanding Menlo Park Schools complete this fantastic home.
1360 Crane Street, Menlo Park
BEAUTIFUL NEW LISTING
Offered at $1,795,000