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86 Amherst Avenue

Menlo Park, CA 94025

3 beds
2 baths
1,940 sqft
9,400 sqft lot
$1,005 per sqft
1951 build
– on site

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86 Amherst Ave is a rare opportunity to own a multi-generational home on an idyllic, tree-lined street in a highly coveted ZIP Code. Sitting on a beautifully landscaped 9400 sq. ft. lot lies a spacious 3BR/2BA main house plus a detached garden suite. As you walk up to the front house, you are greeted by a charming covered porch that's perfect for lounging. On the main level, you'll find a spacious living room with gas fireplace, an adjacent dining area, a newly remodeled eat-in kitchen with quartz counters & S/S appliances, a family room that walks out to the patio, 2 generously sized BR's & a modern bath. There are many period details such as in-laid HW floors and crown molding as well as modern conveniences such as central A/C & Ring cameras. On the 2nd floor, there is an oversized primary suite with walk-in closet. The laundry/gym room is located in the basement. Through the lush courtyard, there is a 1BR/1BA garden suite with a living room, dining area and kitchenette. At the rear is a low-maintenance backyard surrounded by mature trees. Completing the home is a 2-car drive-thru garage with an extra large driveway. Centrally located close to DT Menlo Park/RWC, Atherton, Caltrain, Stanford Mall/University/Hospital, schools, parks, I-101/280 and all other consumer conveniences.

Listing courtesy of SFMLS / Compass

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 14, 2024 •

MLS# 423914228 —

The Building

Year Built:

1951
Year Built Source:

Assessor Auto-Fill
New Construction:

false
Building Area Total:

1940
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Assessor Auto-Fill

Interior

Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

In Basement

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1940
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor Auto-Fill

Location

Cross Street:

Glendale
Latitude:

37.4675349
Longitude:

-122.2065083

The Property

Parcel Number:

060282260
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Updated/Remodeled
Lot Size Area:

9400.248
Lot Size Acres:

0.2158
Lot Size Square Feet:

9400.248
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Horse:

false
Irrigation Water Rights:

false
Elevation Units:

Feet

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

true
Cooling:

Central Air

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Pool Private:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Carport:

false
Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Detached
Open Parking:

true

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Utility Costs

$215/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
11/3/23 Nov 3, 2023	Sold	SFMLS	$1,950,000	212.0% (16.4% / YR)
8/6/23 Aug 6, 2023	Listed / Active	BRIDGE
8/3/23 Aug 3, 2023	Listed / Active	MLSLISTINGS

House Sold on 11/3/2023

$1,950,000

Listing provided by broker:

Calvin Kam

Compass

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Based on information from the SFMLS 2025. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. SFMLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser SFMLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law.

86 Amherst Avenue

Menlo Park, CA 94025