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Menlo Park, CA

$6,249,000

559 Placitas Avenue, Menlo Park, CA
5
Beds
5
Baths
5,000
Sq Ft
1994
Built
7
Days listed

About this home

Located at end of cul-de-sac this exceptional gated estate blends timeless architecture with beautifully remodeled interiors on nearly one-half acre of private, sun-filled grounds with the ultimate in flexibility with an approximately 1,180 sq ft beautifully remodeled detached guest house. Elegant formal living and dining rooms complement a stunning remodeled chef's kitchen with Dolomite countertops, Thermador appliances, a large island, mosaic tile accents,spacious breakfast room. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room with stone fireplace and French doors leading to expansive outdoor patios. Flexible living includes a main-level guest suite, office or second main floor bedroom, 4 beds up including the luxurious primary with walk-in closet and stunning remodeled spa-inspired marble bath. The detached guest house features a great room with fireplace, full kitchen, bedroom, and bath, ideal for guests or a private office. Resort-inspired grounds offer travertine terraces, level lawn, mature landscaping, a playhouse, playground, Basketball court area, and ample room for a future pool. Additional features include, playroom, laundry room, unfinished basement, attached 3-car garage in exceptional location just minutes from downtown Menlo Park, parks, and commute routes.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4 full, 1 half
Living area
5,000 sq ft
Interior features
Breakfast Area
Appliances
Gas Cooktop
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.448 acres (19,532 sq ft)
Year built
1994
Parking spaces
3
Community
Area
699 - Not Defined
County
San Mateo
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
7
Listed
2026-07-19
Parcel #
060154010
MLS #
ML82054755
Listed by
Judy Citron · Compass

Location

Price history

Listed
$6,249,000 · 2026-07-19
Days on market
7
Current price
$6,249,000
Financing

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Estimated monthly payment
$39,201
$31,598 principal & interest · $7,603 taxes & insurance
$1,249,800
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Loan $4,999,200

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