253 Princeton Rd

3,070 Sq. Ft.
$1,906 / Sq. Ft.
3,070
Sq. Ft.
$1,906
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Craftsman-style home in the heart of Allied Arts showcasing exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design and completely rebuilt in 2000. A covered porch with swing and bead board ceiling welcomes you. Site-finished hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and beautiful millwork creating a warm and refined interior. The living room features window seat, while a flexible media room with built-in seating platform, and pocket doors also serves as the main-level bedroom with adjacent full bath. The kitchen...Craftsman-style home in the heart of Allied Arts showcasing exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design and completely rebuilt in 2000. A covered porch with swing and bead board ceiling welcomes you. Site-finished hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and beautiful millwork creating a warm and refined interior. The living room features window seat, while a flexible media room with built-in seating platform, and pocket doors also serves as the main-level bedroom with adjacent full bath. The kitchen offers white inset cabinetry, Carrara marble counters, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Thermador oven, Wolf five-burner cooktop, and built-in banquette seating. French doors open to a large arbor-covered patio ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Upstairs includes a spacious primary suite, sitting area, walk-in closet, and zen-like bath. Two additional bedrooms and an oversized lounge with built-in desks provide flexible living and workspace. Designed by Anna Williamson and rebuilt in 2000, the home features custom lofts and hidden spaces throughout. The private yard includes lawn, mature plantings, lemon tree, hydrangeas, automatic gate,and a finished detached one-car garage with covered patio, ideal for office, gym, or recreation.Close to downtown MP, Palo Alto, Stanford-top MP schools.

Listing Agents

  1. Judy Citron

    Judy Citron

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01825569

    judy.citron@compass.com

    P: (650)-400-8424

  2. Talia Citron

    Talia Citron

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01987761

    talia.citron@compass.com

    P: (650)-465-4814

Property Details for 253 Princeton Road

MLS City Name
MENLO PARK
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
1
Cross Street
College
LISTING UPDATED: 03/16/2026 09:24 AM

Property Details for 253 Princeton Road

StatusActive
MLS #ML82038774
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1914
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Judy Citron, DRE #01825569; Compass, Talia Citron, DRE #01987761
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Building Information for 253 Princeton Road

Stories2Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF

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Property Information for 253 Princeton Road

Features
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Room Information
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Family Room: Other
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 0
Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 3070
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Detached Garage
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Allied Arts / Downtown
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 253
  • Street Name: Princeton
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 304
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 3070
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 112
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R10008
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 071-393-100
  • County Name: San Mateo
  • City Name: MENLO PARK
  • City Postal ID: 33
  • Postal Code: 94025
  • Elementary School District: 931
  • Middle School Text: Hillview Middle
  • High School District Text: Sequoia Union High
  • High School Text: Menlo-Atherton High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor

Property History for 253 Princeton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82038774

$5,850,000
Mar 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82038774

$5,850,000
Mar 18, 2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81565830

Mar 18, 2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81565830

$3,995,000
Mar 17, 2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81565830

$3,995,000
Mar 17, 2016

Sold

MLSListings #ML81565830

$3,995,000
Mar 17, 2016

Pending

EBRD #ML81565830

Mar 17, 2016

Pending

MLSListings #ML81565830

Mar 17, 2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81565830

$3,995,000
Mar 17, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81565830

$3,995,000
Mar 7, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #567823783

$3,995,000

+2.7% / yr

Nov 20, 2015

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81512168

Nov 20, 2015

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81512168

Aug 28, 2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81512168

$3,998,000
Aug 28, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81512168

$3,998,000
Apr 9, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415353722

$3,800,000
Sep 2, 1999

Sold

EBRD #ML89929418

$1,250,000
Sep 2, 1999

Sold

MLSListings #ML89929418

$1,250,000
Sep 2, 1999

Sold

RESFAR #89929418

$1,250,000
Aug 20, 1999

Pending

MLSListings #ML89929418

Aug 20, 1999

Pending

RESFAR #89929418

Aug 20, 1999

Pending

EBRD #ML89929418

Jul 2, 1999

Price Change

RESFAR #89929418

$1,299,000
Jul 2, 1999

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #89929418

$1,250,000
Jul 2, 1999

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML89929418

$1,299,000
Jul 2, 1999

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML89929418

$1,299,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82038774

$5,850,000
03/16/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82038774

$5,850,000
03/18/2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81565830

03/18/2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81565830

$3,995,000
03/17/2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81565830

$3,995,000
03/17/2016

Sold

MLSListings #ML81565830

$3,995,000
03/17/2016

Pending

EBRD #ML81565830

03/17/2016

Pending

MLSListings #ML81565830

03/17/2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81565830

$3,995,000
03/17/2016

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81565830

$3,995,000
03/07/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #567823783

$3,995,000

+2.7% / yr

11/20/2015

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML81512168

11/20/2015

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML81512168

08/28/2015

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81512168

$3,998,000
08/28/2015

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81512168

$3,998,000
04/09/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415353722

$3,800,000
09/02/1999

Sold

EBRD #ML89929418

$1,250,000
09/02/1999

Sold

MLSListings #ML89929418

$1,250,000
09/02/1999

Sold

RESFAR #89929418

$1,250,000
08/20/1999

Pending

MLSListings #ML89929418

08/20/1999

Pending

RESFAR #89929418

08/20/1999

Pending

EBRD #ML89929418

07/02/1999

Price Change

RESFAR #89929418

$1,299,000
07/02/1999

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #89929418

$1,250,000
07/02/1999

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML89929418

$1,299,000
07/02/1999

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML89929418

$1,299,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 253 Princeton Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,364,632Additions$2,364,632Total$4,729,264
Tax Record2024$53,364 ($4,447 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,070 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,070 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914Year Renovated1970ZoningR10008CountySAN MATEOAPN071-393-100Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 253 Princeton Road

This home is within Menlo Park City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Oak Knoll Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hillview Middle School
Public6 to 8

Menlo-Atherton High School
Public9 to 12

KIPP Esperanza High
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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253 Princeton Road is a single family home for sale in Menlo Park, CA 94025. This property was listed for sale on March 16, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $5,850,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on March 18, 2016. This listing's school districts are Sequoia Union High School District, Menlo Park City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Oak Knoll Elementary School, Hillview Middle School and Menlo-Atherton High School. 253 Princeton Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,070 sqft single family home built in 1914.

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