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$7,241,726$2,111 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,267,000 on Apr 29, 1998

5 ALDER PL

MENLO PARK, CA 94025
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,430 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$7.2M
$5.7M low$8.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,267,000 · Apr 29, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$50,416 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$4,409,781 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,190,205
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,219,576
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,323,316
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$5,370,030

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySAN MATEO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Laurel Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Menlo-Atherton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Hillview Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Sequoia Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94025These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.479

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,213
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,604 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$188,459
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$255,396
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

5 Alder Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Vintage Oaks
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in San Mateo County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in San Mateo County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Menlo Park 94025
  • Newer than 93% of homes in San Mateo County

What homes are worth in Menlo Park 94025

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$923K$8.9M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Menlo Park 94025.

How it measures up in Menlo Park 94025

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Menlo Park 94025.

Estimated value$7,241,726
CheaperTypical $2,800,032Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$2111
CheaperTypical $1560Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area3,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,880 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 5 Alder Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVintage OaksMenlo Park 94025San Mateo County
Estimated valuepricier than$7,241,726almost all homes95% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$211188% of homes87% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than3,430 ft²83% of homes89% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac64% of homes77% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than199892% of homes86% of homes93% of homes

About 5 Alder Pl

How much is 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA is $7,241,726 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $5,663,959 to $8,819,493. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA last sell?

5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA last sold on Apr 29, 1998 for $1,267,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA?

5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,430 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA built?

5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA?

5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA is assigned to Laurel Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Menlo-Atherton High School (high), rated A-; Hillview Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Sequoia Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA compare to other homes in Menlo Park 94025?

Among the 12,141 homes in Menlo Park 94025, it is worth more than 95% of them ($7,241,726 against a typical $2,800,032), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($2111 against a typical $1560), it is bigger than 89% of them (3,430 ft² against a typical 1,880 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1998 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of San Mateo County, it is worth more than 98% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Alder Pl, Menlo Park, CA was $50,416. The county assessed it at $4,409,781.

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