38 Elena Ave

3,990 Sq. Ft.
$2,576 / Sq. Ft.
3,990
Sq. Ft.
$2,576
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to a rare opportunity to own one of the last premier properties in West Atherton! Just moments away from the Menlo Circus Club, Sacred Heart, and Menlo Schools. This sun-drenched and private 1.169-acre lot is nestled on a highly coveted street, offering a tranquil setting framed by majestic perimeter trees and ideal Southern exposure. The charming single-level ranch home features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with spacious, light-filled rooms that offer serene garden views from every angle....Welcome to a rare opportunity to own one of the last premier properties in West Atherton! Just moments away from the Menlo Circus Club, Sacred Heart, and Menlo Schools. This sun-drenched and private 1.169-acre lot is nestled on a highly coveted street, offering a tranquil setting framed by majestic perimeter trees and ideal Southern exposure. The charming single-level ranch home features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with spacious, light-filled rooms that offer serene garden views from every angle. Whether you choose to move in and enjoy its comfort, rent it out, or design the home of your dreams, this property offers incredible flexibility. Delight in proximity to downtown Menlo Park, top-rated Menlo Park public schools, and Stanford University, this is a rare chance to secure a truly special piece of West Atherton real estate. Dont miss out on this extraordinary opportunity!

Property Details for 38 Elena Avenue

MLS City Name
Atherton
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
2
Cross Street
Atherton Ave
LISTING UPDATED: 04/04/2025 11:22 AM

Property Details for 38 Elena Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #ML81996217
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1954
Lot Size1.17 AC / 50,934 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Cecily Zhang, DRE #01701665

Sold By Pacific Peninsula Group, Stephen Ackley, DRE #00968348

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Building Information for 38 Elena Avenue

Stories1Year Built1954Building Size-Lot Size1.17 AC / 50,934 SF

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Property Information for 38 Elena Avenue

Features
Room Information
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Vaulted Ceiling, Wet Bar, Built-in Vacuum, Skylight
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Flooring: Stone, Tile, Carpet
  • Living SqFt: 3990
  • Pool: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 2
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Carport, Guest / Visitor Parking
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: El Camino to Alameda
  • Roof: Other, Shake
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 38
  • Street Name: Elena
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 291
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 3990
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 71
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R1001A
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 070-212-030
  • County Name: San Mateo
  • City Name: Atherton
  • City Postal ID: 3
  • Postal Code: 94027
  • Elementary School: 663
  • Elementary School District: 931
  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Post and Pier, Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Slab, Crawl Space
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.17
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor

Property History for 38 Elena Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 3, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML81996217

$10,280,000
Apr 3, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML81996217

$10,280,000
Mar 24, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1555684326

$10,280,000

+19.8% / yr

Mar 4, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML81996217

Mar 4, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML81996217

Mar 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81996217

$10,200,000
Mar 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81996217

$10,200,000
Sep 27, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #ML81968359

$9,400,000
Sep 27, 2024

Sold

EBRD #ML81968359

$9,400,000
Sep 24, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1542969449

$9,400,000
Sep 20, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #ML81975026

Sep 20, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #ML81975026

Sep 20, 2024

Pending

EBRD #ML81975026

Sep 20, 2024

Pending

EBRD #ML81968359

Sep 20, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #ML81975026

Sep 20, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #ML81968359

Aug 26, 2024

Price Change

EBRD #ML81975026

$9,995,000
Aug 26, 2024

Price Change

EBRD #ML81968359

$9,995,000
Aug 26, 2024

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81968359

$9,995,000
Aug 26, 2024

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81975026

$9,995,000
Jul 31, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81975026

$10,498,000
Jul 31, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81975026

$10,498,000
Jul 7, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81968359

$10,498,000
Jul 7, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81968359

$10,498,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/03/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML81996217

$10,280,000
04/03/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML81996217

$10,280,000
03/24/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1555684326

$10,280,000

+19.8% / yr

03/04/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML81996217

03/04/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML81996217

03/03/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81996217

$10,200,000
03/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81996217

$10,200,000
09/27/2024

Sold

MLSListings #ML81968359

$9,400,000
09/27/2024

Sold

EBRD #ML81968359

$9,400,000
09/24/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1542969449

$9,400,000
09/20/2024

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #ML81975026

09/20/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #ML81975026

09/20/2024

Pending

EBRD #ML81975026

09/20/2024

Pending

EBRD #ML81968359

09/20/2024

Pending

MLSListings #ML81975026

09/20/2024

Pending

MLSListings #ML81968359

08/26/2024

Price Change

EBRD #ML81975026

$9,995,000
08/26/2024

Price Change

EBRD #ML81968359

$9,995,000
08/26/2024

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81968359

$9,995,000
08/26/2024

Price Change

MLSListings #ML81975026

$9,995,000
07/31/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81975026

$10,498,000
07/31/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81975026

$10,498,000
07/07/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81968359

$10,498,000
07/07/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81968359

$10,498,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 38 Elena Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$9,350,000Additions$50,000Total$9,400,000
Tax Record2024$8,120 ($677 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,990 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,990 SqFtStories1Lot Size50,934 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954Year Renovated1982ZoningR1001ACountySAN MATEOAPN070-212-030Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 38 Elena Avenue

This home is within Menlo Park City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Oak Knoll Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hillview Middle School
Public6 to 8

Menlo-Atherton High School
Public9 to 12

Everest Public High
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Cecily Zhang, DRE #01701665

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