487 James Road

Palo Alto, CA 94306

$4,850,000
Price
Beds
7,144 Sq. Ft.
$679 / Sq. Ft.
7,144
Sq. Ft.
$679
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rarely available 6-unit in desirable Palo Alto! 487 James Road is an exceptionally well-maintained apartment community containing an incredible unit mix of (1) 3+3 and (5) 2+2 units. All units feature in-unit washer/dryer, dishwashers, and forced-air heat while 5 of the units have been modernized with numerous upgrades such as stone countertops and updated cabinetry in the kitchens, redone bathrooms, and LVP flooring. All tenants enjoy the peaceful and serene setting with either a private balcony...Rarely available 6-unit in desirable Palo Alto! 487 James Road is an exceptionally well-maintained apartment community containing an incredible unit mix of (1) 3+3 and (5) 2+2 units. All units feature in-unit washer/dryer, dishwashers, and forced-air heat while 5 of the units have been modernized with numerous upgrades such as stone countertops and updated cabinetry in the kitchens, redone bathrooms, and LVP flooring. All tenants enjoy the peaceful and serene setting with either a private balcony or backyard. Contained within the subterranean parking area are ample storage closets and a secure bike room. The comp shingle roof was replaced in 2018 and the water heaters were replaced in 2020 & 2021. The property feeds to excellent public schools and is proximate to Stanford University and Health Care System. Tenants also benefit from numerous retail and restaurant amenities of California Avenue, El Camino Real, and Stanford Shopping Center and recreation of Roble Park among other entertainment attractions. This is truly one of a kind.
  1. Listed by Joel Hopman • DRE #01934574 • Brokerage DRE #00586119 • Newmark Cornish & Carey • 415-722-2200

Property Details for 487 James Road

MLS City Name
PALO ALTO
Building Type
Other
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
0

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/19/2024 10:59 AM

Property Details for 487 James Road

StatusActive
MLS #ML81962173
Days on Compass13
Taxes$58,356 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS Type5+ Units / Five or More Units
Year Built1963
Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
CountySanta Clara County

Location

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Building Information for 487 James Road

Stories-Residences-Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.30 AC / 13,068 SF

Payment Calculator

$31,331 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$26,468

Property Taxes

$4,863

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 487 James Road

Features
Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living SqFt: 7144
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: Video / Audio System
  • Special Features: None
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Meters: Master Water, Separate Electric, Separate Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 11
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Assigned Spaces, Covered Parking
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Min Num Of Units in Complex: 6
  • Area Text: South Palo Alto
  • Restrictions: None
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Subclass: Five or More Units
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 487
  • Street Name: James
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 233
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number of Buildings: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 7144
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 61
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Zoning Detail: RM2
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 132-46-079
  • County Name: Santa Clara
  • City Name: PALO ALTO
  • City Postal ID: 46
  • Postal Code: 94306
  • Elementary School: 317
  • Elementary School District: 481
  • Middle School Text: Ellen Fletcher Middle
  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • High School Text: Henry M. Gunn High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Lot Acres: .30
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Sprinklers - Auto
Multi Family Information
Building Information
  • No Of Leased: 6
General Information
  • Annual Tax Amount: $58,356
  • Capitalization Rate: 3.53
  • Tenant Expenses: Utilities - Electric, Utilities - Gas
  • Income Includes: Rents, Other
  • Vacancy Factor: 3
Income / Expense Details
  • Expense Insurance: $4,239
  • Expense Landscape: $7,440
  • Expense Maintenance: $6,501
  • Expense Management: $0
  • Expense Trash: $3,502
  • Expenses Other: $9,794
  • Expenses Utility: $10,100
  • Expenses Total: $99,932
  • Operating Expenses Include: Fee - Property Tax, Insurance, Maintenance - Repair, Services - Gardener, Services - Sewer, Services - Trash Removal, Utilities - Electric, Utilities - Gas, Utilities - Hot Water, Utilities - Water, Vacancy Factor
  • Gross Rent Multiplier: 17.36
  • Income Annual Gross: $271,062
  • Income Annual Rental: $279,420
  • Income Gross Scheduled: $279,445
  • Income Other: $25
Unit 1 Information
  • Unit 1 Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Unit 1 Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Unit 1 Rent: $5,360
Unit 2 Information
  • Unit 2 Approx Square Footage: 1030
  • Unit 2 Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Unit 2 Number of Bedrooms: 2
  • Unit 2 Rent: $3,475
Unit 3 Information
  • Unit 3 Approx Square Footage: 975
  • Unit 3 Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Unit 3 Number of Bedrooms: 2
  • Unit 3 Rent: $3,450
Unit Type 1
  • Unit Type1 Approx SqFt: 1870

Property History for 487 James Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 487 James Road

Taxable ValueLand$4,096,183Additions$853,370Total$4,949,553
Tax Record2023$59,531 ($4,961 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt7,144 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,144 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,300 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1963ZoningRM2CountySANTA CLARAAPN132-46-079Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 487 James Road

This home is within Palo Alto Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Juana Briones Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ellen Fletcher Middle
Public6 to 8

Henry M. Gunn High School
Public9 to 12

Herbert Hoover Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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487 James Road is a multi-family home for sale in Palo Alto, CA 94306. This property was listed for sale on April 19, 2024 by Newmark Cornish & Carey, it's currently listed at $4,850,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on December 29, 2015. This listing's school district is Palo Alto Unified School District. Nearby schools include Juana Briones Elementary School, Ellen Fletcher Middle and Henry M. Gunn High School. 487 James Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 7,144 sqft multi-family home built in 1963.

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