290 W Charleston Road, Palo Alto, California 94306, Palo Alto, 94306 - 4 bed, 2 bath
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290 W Charleston Road
Palo Alto, California 94306
ACTIVE
CONDITION: GOOD
4Beds
2Baths
1,552Sq Ft
5,995Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$2,598,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$2,723,584
4% BelowMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This Mid-Century Modern Single Family Residence is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $2,598,000—positioned well below the $2,723,584 Fair Market Value by 4%. This valuation gap offers $125,584 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Condition Rating of 3, the home includes recent updates like luxury vinyl plank flooring and new appliances. Located in the Palo Alto Unified School District near Henry M. Gunn High School, this property is an ideal choice for Owner-Occupants or growing families seeking a move-in-ready lifestyle.
Estimated Market Value
$2,723,584+$125,584 Equity Potential
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Palo Alto.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 290 W Charleston Road Subject | $2,598,000* List Price | 4 | 2 | 1,552 | $1,755 | - |
A 4133 Wilkie Way Sold | $3,327,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,596 | $2,085 | 0.1 mi |
B 4134 Wilkie Way Sold | $3,260,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,619 | $2,014 | 0.1 mi |
C 3773 Redwood Circle Sold | $3,200,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,488 | $2,151 | 0.3 mi |
D 331 Carolina Lane Sold | $2,600,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,374 | $1,892 | 0.0 mi |
E 4225 Park Boulevard Sold | $2,700,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,835 | $1,471 | 0.1 mi |
F 225 W Meadow Drive Sold | $2,830,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,680 | $1,685 | 0.3 mi |
G 4055 Ben Lomond Drive Pending | $3,295,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,672 | $1,971 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Good
TeardownExcellent
Property is move-in ready.
While originally built in 1951, the home has undergone a significant recent refresh including new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, and new kitchen appliances. The property is move-in ready and well-maintained, though the core systems and bathrooms appear to be functional updates rather than a total new construction or sub-5-year full studs-out renovation.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
High School: Henry M. Gunn High School (9/10).
- Premier Education & Location
Situated within the highly-rated Palo Alto Unified School District, including Gunn High, and offering seamless access to Silicon Valley tech hubs and local amenities.
- Turnkey Modern Updates
The home features recent high-quality refreshments, including luxury vinyl plank flooring, new appliances, and fresh interior/exterior paint, making it move-in ready.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 4, other record bedroom count = 5.
- Vintage Infrastructure
Originally built in 1951, the property may require future capital improvements to aging core systems despite its recent cosmetic surface updates.
- Busy Thoroughfare
Located on West Charleston Road, the property may experience higher traffic volume and noise levels compared to homes on quieter interior residential streets.
About 290 W Charleston Road
Embrace a quintessential slice of Palo Alto history with this rare mid-century modern gem, loved by the same family for over 50 years. This four-bedroom, two-bathroom home perfectly balances its architectural heritage with thoughtful, move-in-ready updates and access to outstanding Palo Alto schools. The home has been attentively refreshed, featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, a crisp palette of interior and exterior paint, a kitchen equipped with new appliances, and fresh landscaping. Located in one of the most sought-after pockets of the Peninsula, the lifestyle here is unmatched. You are moments away from the eateries at Charleston Plaza, Cubberley Community Center and Midtown, along with the endless amenities of the El Camino corridor nearby. For those who love the outdoors, local parks and recreation spots are easily accessible. Positioned for a seamless lifestyle, the home offers an easy commute to Silicon Valley tech hubs with quick access to Highway 101 and I-280. This lovely, move-in-ready home provides the ideal canvas to bring your own creative vision to a classic mid-century setting.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1951
- Lot Size
- 5,995 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Palo Alto Unified Schools
Juana Briones Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.7 mi
7/10
Santa Rita Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 1.4 mi
7/10
Gabriela Mistral Elementary
Grades K-5 • 1.9 mi
7/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.3 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,552 | 1,689.34 |
| Lot Size | 5,995 | 7,261.56 |
| Price | $2.60M | $3.84M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.7K | $2.2K |
| Built year | 1951 | 1951 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 34 | 30 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 6, 2026
$2,598,000
Initial Listing