957 University Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025 - Photo 1

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$4,600,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
2,085 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Refined sophistication and modern luxury converge in this masterfully updated 1920s Spanish-style residence in the heart of downtown Menlo Park. This exclusive property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Peninsula living with privacy, elegance, and walkability. The main level features 3 beds, 2 impeccably remodeled baths, a formal living room with period details, and an open-concept kitchen and dining area anchored by a large center island ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A fully independent lower-level studio suite, with its private entrance and own kitchen, bath and laundry, is perfectly suited for guests, live-in staff, or multigenerational living. Curated finishes include hardwood floors, bespoke lighting, and interiors that blend classic character with modern refinement. Outside, the home is framed by a private rear yard with fire pit, Redwood grove, outdoor kitchen and al fresco dining terrace - perfect for gatherings or quiet retreat. A gated driveway leads to a detached two-car garage with potential use for parking, a gym, office, or future ADU. Located in the prestigious Menlo Park school district and minutes from Stanford, downtown Palo Alto, Sand Hill Rd & top tech campuses, this is a distinguished downtown sanctuary of elegance and lifestyle.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 957 University Dr

General

Sold For: $4,600,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82006229
Added to Site: 176 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Finished Basement, Formal Entry, Storage
Fireplace(s): Living Room
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), 2 Stall Showers or More, Tile, Tub

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat

Other Rooms

Family Room: Other
Kitchen: Dishwasher, Island, Built-In Oven/Range , Gas, Refrigerator
Laundry: Inside

Additional Information

Extras: Not Applicable

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached Garage, Guest/Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle

Location

Area: Allied Arts / Downtown
County: San Mateo
Cross Streets: Menlo Avenue

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Other
Heating Type: Central Air (Gas/Forced Air)

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Spanish
Construction: Detached
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Tile
Square Feet: 2,085
Year Built: 1927

Lot Features

Property View: Neighborhood
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2047
Minimum Lot Size: 8918
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,918
Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Courtyard, Fenced, Outdoor Kitchen, Sprinklers - Auto
Zoning: R3
Lot Description: Level

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Schools

Schools serving 957 University Dr

School Districts:Menlo Park City Elementary School District, Sequoia Union High School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Oak Knoll Elementary School 1895 Oak Knoll Lane, Menlo Park, CA 94025	K-5	1.3 mi
Hillview Middle School 1100 Elder Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025	6-8	0.8 mi
Menlo-Atherton High School 555 Midfield Rd., Atherton, CA 94025	9-12	1 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 957 University Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/29/2025

Sold

$4,600,000

-7.96%

MLS

7/24/2025

Listed

$4,998,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Open House

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Single Family
Active
Updated 4 days ago

5
Beds
6
Total Baths
6,828
Sq. Ft.

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Just Listed

$940,000

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Condo
Active
Updated 4 days ago

1
Bed
1
Total Bath
804
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Intero Real Estate Services, Hoi Wing Ng

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Just Listed

$1,998,000

Open House

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Single Family
Active
Updated 1 day ago

2
Beds
1
Total Bath
910
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Compass, Greg Celotti and Compass, Katherine Celotti

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Just Listed

$5,495,000

Open House

160 Waverley St Palo Alto, CA 94301

Single Family
Active
Updated 1 day ago

3
Beds
5
Total Baths
2,405
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Compass, Zach Trailer

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Single Family
Active
Updated 1 day ago

4
Beds
3
Total Baths

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480 Lassen St 6, Los Altos, CA 94022 - Photo 1

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Condo
Active
Updated 2 days ago

2
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,628
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Intero Real Estate Services, A. Elmengard

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Price Reduced

-$100,000 (-5.13%)

$1,850,000

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Townhouse
Active
Updated 1 hour ago

2
Beds
3
Total Baths
1,568
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Pellego, Christina Ulleseit

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Single Family
Active
Updated 6 days ago

5
Beds
5
Total Baths
4,495
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Compass, Lisa Lyons

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Sold

$4,600,000

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Single Family
Closed

5
Beds
6
Total Baths
3,270
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$4,125,000

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Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,818
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$4,125,000

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Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2,120
Sq. Ft.

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Sold

$5,250,000

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Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2,058
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Compass, Judy Citron
Sold by Apr, Deanna Reudy and Compass, Katy Thielke Straser

957 University Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025 (MLS# ML82006229) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,600,000 on October 29, 2025. This property was listed by McNair Group from our Menlo Park Office.Want to learn more about 957 University Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Menlo Park? You can browse all Menlo Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

957 University Dr Menlo Park, CA 94025