626 Central Avenue, Menlo Park, California 94025, Menlo Park, 94025 - 4 bed, 3 bath

626 Central Avenue, Menlo Park, California 94025 home-pic-0

626 Central Avenue

Menlo Park, California 94025

ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
4Beds
3Baths
1,557Sq Ft
3,862Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$2,950,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$2,599,087
13% AboveMARKET VALUE

SUMMARY

Analysis of 626 Central Avenue, Menlo Park, California 94025 reveals a property with a current list price of $2,950,000, which is 13% above the estimated $2,599,087 Fair Market Value. Buyers should carefully evaluate the pricing and consider negotiation opportunities. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Menlo Park Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Estimated Market Value

$2,599,087
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Menlo Park.

Comparable Sales Map

Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently

Address Sold Price BedsBathsSq Ft$/SqftDistance
626 Central Avenue
Subject
$2,950,000*
List Price
431,557$1,669-
A
811 Bay Road
Sold
$2,650,000431,859$1,4250.6 mi
B
255 Robin Way
Sold
$3,350,000421,870$1,7910.5 mi
C
813 Bay Road
Active
$2,495,000
List Price
431,859$1,3420.6 mi

* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Excellent
TeardownExcellent

Property is new construction or fully renovated.

The property has undergone an extensive modern renovation featuring high-end Fisher & Paykel appliances, sleek maple cabinetry with quartz countertops, and fine oak flooring throughout. With updated systems including solar power, a mosaic-tiled gas fireplace, and contemporary skylit bathrooms, the home meets current quality standards with no deferred maintenance.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Prime Silicon Valley Location

    Situated in the highly desirable Willows neighborhood, this home offers exceptional proximity to Meta headquarters, downtown Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and top-tier local schools.

  • Modern Sustainable Upgrades

    The property features a solar-powered system and a complete modern remodel, including a sleek galley kitchen with high-end Fisher & Paykel appliances and contemporary oak flooring.

  • Optimized Outdoor Living

    The clever site design utilizes rear alley access for the garage, eliminating a front driveway to maximize usable yard space for the fire pit, deck, and arbor-covered dining areas.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1557, other record living area = 570. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 3.

  • Compact Interior Layout

    With four bedrooms packed into 1,557 square feet, the individual room sizes and overall living areas may feel constrained for families accustomed to more expansive floor plans.

  • Limited Lot Size

    The 3,862 square foot lot is relatively small for the Menlo Park market, which may limit future expansion potential and provide less privacy from neighboring properties.

About 626 Central Avenue

Remodeled modern spaces define this solar-powered home in the Willows neighborhood. Thoughtful site design maximizes outdoor living at both the front and rear, with a detached garage accessed from the rear alley, eliminating a front driveway and preserving valuable yard space. The result is an unusually open and highly usable setting that feels far more expansive than expected. Inside, fine oak floors unify two levels beginning in the living room with stacked mosaic-tiled gas fireplace. The sleek galley kitchen features modern maple cabinetry with integrated channel pulls, white quartz counters, and stainless steel appliances by Fisher & Paykel. A spacious dining and family room opens through double sliding glass doors to the expansive rear yard with patio, deck, fire pit seating, and arbor-covered dining. There is a main-level bedroom and adjacent bath, plus upstairs is the primary suite with built-in desk, two additional bedrooms, a skylit hall bath, and laundry area. This prime location is near downtown Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Meta headquarters, and excellent Menlo Park schools.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1935
Lot Size
3,862 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
3 (3 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds4.03.0
55%
Baths3.03.0
50%
Square foot1,5571,960
35%
Lot Size3,8626,738
8%
Price$2.95M$3.00M
49%
Price per sq ft$1.9K$1.7K
75%
Built year19351951
10%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market13151
3%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 22, 2026

$2,950,000

Initial Listing

Sold

May 31, 2016

$2,005,000

Public Record

Sold

Apr 5, 2013

$1,330,000

Public Record

Sold

Jan 31, 2007

$780,000

Public Record

Sold

May 1, 2002

$500,000

Public Record

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