1268 Carlton Avenue, Menlo Park, California 94025, Menlo Park, 94025 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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Menlo Park, California 94025
This Turnkey Single-Family Residence represents a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,350,000—positioned well below the $1,426,836 Fair Market Value by 5%. This valuation gap provides $76,836 in Instant Equity. Featuring an Excellent Condition Rating with modern renovations and a spacious deck, the property offers immediate lifestyle appeal near Meta. With ADU potential and proximity to top-rated Menlo-Atherton High, this is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a high-upside, move-in ready home in a premier tech-hub location.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1268 Carlton Avenue Subject | $1,350,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,260 | $1,132 | - |
A 551 Newbridge Street Sold | $1,450,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,210 | $1,198 | 0.2 mi |
B 1348 Sevier Avenue Sold | $1,262,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,130 | $1,117 | 0.2 mi |
C 1125 Carlton Avenue Sold | $1,475,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,080 | $1,366 | 0.3 mi |
D 1311 Windermere Avenue Active | $1,350,000 List Price | 3 | 1 | 1,340 | $1,007 | 0.2 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although built in 1951, the property has been 'freshly reimagined' with extensive recent renovations including a new AC system, updated kitchen and bathrooms, modern LVP flooring, and recessed lighting, qualifying it as a mint-condition turnkey home.
The property has undergone extensive high-value updates, including a new AC system, remodeled kitchen, and refreshed bathrooms, offering a move-in-ready experience with modern finishes.
Situated just five minutes from Meta and the Dumbarton Bridge, the home offers exceptional convenience for Silicon Valley commuters and proximity to Stanford University and downtown Palo Alto.
The 6,000 sqft lot provides significant potential for an ADU to generate rental income, while the rare offering of owner-financing provides unique flexibility in a competitive market.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1260, other record living area = 860. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
The property was recently sold within the past year on 2026-03-16. The sold price is $950,000.00. The property was recently sold within the past year on 2026-02-05. The sold price is $850,000.00.
While zoned for a high-rated high school, the immediate K-8 public schools carry low ratings (2/10), which may be a concern for families prioritizing early childhood education.
Freshly reimagined in Menlo Park with extensive, high-value renovations already completed. This bright, single-level home features new AC, updated kitchen, refreshed bathrooms, modern finishes and spacious lot with ADU potential for rental income, guests or multigenerational living. Ideally located just 5 min from Meta and the Dumbarton Bridge, with convenient access to Stanford University, vibrant downtown Palo Alto and top-rated Menlo-Atherton High School, 1268 Carlton offers a rare blend of turnkey style, premier Peninsula convenience, long-term upside and flexible owner-financing possibilities.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
Grades K-8 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-8 • 0.9 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,260 | 1,576 |
| Lot Size | 6,000 | 6,125 |
| Price | $1.35M | $3.40M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $1.8K |
| Built year | 1951 | 1955 |
| HOA | $0 | $175 |
| Days on market | 6 | 31 |
Jul 16, 2026
$1,350,000
Initial Listing
Mar 16, 2026
$950,000
Public Record
Feb 5, 2026
$850,000
Public Record