1715 Bay Laurel Drive, Menlo Park, California 94025, Menlo Park, - bed, bath

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ACTIVE$7,950,000
1715 Bay Laurel Drive, Menlo Park, California 94025
4Beds
6Baths
5,256Sqft
11,932Lot
Year Built
2007
Close
-
List price
$7.95M
Original List price
$7.95M
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82023915
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Deck
Spa
Patio
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About this home

Beautiful custom built home on a premier cul-de-sac in prime West Menlo Park, this elegant home blends timeless design with modern luxury. A two-story foyer introduces light-filled interiors with hardwood floors throughout. The living room has a gas fireplace and the adjacent dedicated office has exterior entry. Spacious formal dining room with doors to the lush rear yard. Remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz counters, chevron marble backsplash, and top-of-the-line appliances, including Sub-Zero side by side refrigerator and additional frig drawers, opening to a spacious family room with fireplace and French doors for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Upstairs includes a luxurious primary suite, fireplace, sitting area, balcony, couture closet, and stunning new bath with free standing tub and Toto Washlet. Two additional bedroom suites and a dedicated office or potential for 4th upstairs bedroom. The lower level offers a recreation room, fitness studio, bedroom, and guest suite with Murphy bed and patio access. The huge private backyard oasis features a spa, barbecue center, fire pit, bluestone patio, perimeter trees, raised vegetable beds, and creekside setting. Additional features: solar, slate roof, copper gutters, security, sound, and excellent Menlo Park schools.

Nearby schools

9/10
Oak Knoll Elementary School
Public,K-50.4mi
10/10
Las Lomitas Elementary School
Public,K-31.4mi
8/10
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School
Public,K-52.1mi
8/10
Hillview Middle School
Public,6-80.6mi
8/10
La Entrada Middle School
Public,4-80.8mi
7/10
Terman Middle School
Public,6-83.8mi
7/10
Menlo-Atherton High School
Public,9-121.9mi
9/10
Henry M. Gunn High School
Public,9-123.8mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
10/06/25
Listing
$7,950,000
Neighborhood Comparison

 SubjectAverage HomeNeighbourhood Ranking (85 Listings)
Beds43.5
50%
Baths63
91%
Square foot5,2561,960
92%
Lot Size11,9327,317
84%
Price$7.95M$3.13M
90%
Price per square foot$1,513$1,615
40%
Built year20079755976
86%
HOA
Days on market31144
7%
Condition Rating
Excellent

Built in 2007, this property has undergone extensive, high-quality renovations, particularly in the kitchen and primary bathroom, which are described as 'remodeled' and 'stunning new' respectively. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz counters, chevron marble backsplash, and top-of-the-line Sub-Zero appliances. The primary bath boasts a free-standing tub and Toto Washlet. Images confirm a modern, luxurious aesthetic with hardwood floors throughout, contemporary light fixtures, and pristine condition. Additional high-end features like solar, a slate roof, and copper gutters further contribute to its excellent rating, indicating minimal physical depreciation and meeting current quality standards.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Premier Location & Top Schools: Situated on a premier cul-de-sac in prime West Menlo Park with a serene creekside setting, offering access to excellent, highly-rated Menlo Park schools, enhancing its desirability and long-term value.
Luxury Custom Build & Modern Interiors: A beautifully custom-built home blending timeless design with modern luxury, featuring light-filled interiors, hardwood floors, a two-story foyer, a recently remodeled kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, and a stunning new primary bath.
Extensive & Versatile Living Spaces: Boasts a highly functional layout with multiple dedicated areas including two offices (one with exterior entry), a luxurious primary suite with a sitting area and balcony, two additional bedroom suites, and a lower level with a recreation room, fitness studio, and guest suite.
Private Outdoor Oasis: The huge private backyard is a true oasis, featuring a spa, barbecue center, fire pit, bluestone patio, raised vegetable beds, and a tranquil creekside ambiance, perfect for entertaining and relaxation.
Premium Construction & Sustainable Features: Constructed with high-quality materials such as a slate roof and copper gutters, and equipped with modern amenities including solar panels, security, and sound systems, ensuring durability, efficiency, and comfort.

Cons

Listing Price Exceeds Estimated Value: The current listing price is 9% higher than the property's estimated value, which may suggest a premium pricing strategy or could lead to a longer market period if not adjusted.
Absence of Explicit Cooling System: The detailed property description does not explicitly mention a central air conditioning system, which could be a notable omission for a luxury home built in 2007, potentially impacting comfort during warmer months.
High Ongoing Ownership Costs: Given its substantial size, luxury features (e.g., spa, extensive landscaping), and prime Menlo Park location, prospective buyers should anticipate significant ongoing expenses for property taxes, utilities, and maintenance.

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