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660 Palo Alto Avenue, Palo Alto, California 94301, Palo Alto, 94301 - 3 bed, 2 bath

660 Palo Alto Avenue, Palo Alto, California 94301 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$3,475,000
660 Palo Alto Avenue, Palo Alto, California 94301
3Beds
2Baths
2,400Sqft
4,792Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($3,475,000) is $0 (0%) lower than the list price ($3,475,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Great Schools: High School: Palo Alto High School (9/10).
Top Cons:
Age of Property: Built in 1921, the property is over a century old, which may entail ongoing maintenance considerations or potential for older systems not explicitly mentioned as updated.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$3.48M vs avg $4.71M ($-1,236,500)22%
Size:2,400 sqft vs avg 2,420.5 sqft50%
Price/sqft:$1.4K vs avg $2.1K3%

More Insights

Built in 1921 (104 years old).
Condition: This property, built in 1921, has undergone extensive and high-quality renovations, making it largely move-in ready. The main kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a tumbled stone backsplash. The primary bathroom boasts a jetted tub, dual vanity, and glass-enclosed shower, indicating a significant update. The finished basement with its own full kitchen and bathrooms provides excellent additional modern living space. Hardwood floors and recessed lighting throughout the main areas contribute to a contemporary feel. However, the hallway bathroom (as seen in Image 3) appears visibly dated with older tile and vanity, preventing an 'Excellent' rating. While many components are updated and functional, not all areas meet the 'virtually new' standard required for 'Excellent', aligning it more closely with a 'Good' score where some components may be updated, but not a full recent renovation across all spaces.
Year Built
1921
Close
-
List price
$3.48M
Original List price
$3.48M
Price/Sqft
$1,448
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82018800
Home ConditionGood
Features
Patio
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About this home

Located just blocks to downtown Palo Alto this home offers an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, multiple windows plus finished basement with separate outdoor entry for optionality. The impressive great room is the central gathering place with gas fireplace, hardwood floors and dining area. Adjacent kitchen includes granite counter tops, tumbled stone back splash with stainless steel appliances including LG refrigerator, Bosh dishwasher, gas Elan range and oven. The primary bedroom includes en suite bath with dual vanity, jetted tub, stall shower with glass enclosure and walk in closet. Additional office with vaulted ceiling is a bonus off of the primary bedroom. Two additional bedrooms share a hallway bath with a tub/shower combination. The basement has a separate outdoor entry and includes two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms and full kitchen with stainless steel Samsung gas range, LG refrigerator and LG washer/dryer. The wrap around backyard includes a fire pit for evening relaxing, raised planter beds and olive trees. Excellent Palo Alto schools and incredible opportunity and optionality with the completely separate and self contained basement. Outstanding location with close proximity to Cal Train, downtown Palo Alto and Menlo Park, HWY 101 and Stanford University.

Nearby schools

7/10
Addison Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
8/10
David Starr Jordan Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.8mi
9/10
Palo Alto High School
Public,•9-12•1.1mi
Condition Rating
Good
This property, built in 1921, has undergone extensive and high-quality renovations, making it largely move-in ready. The main kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a tumbled stone backsplash. The primary bathroom boasts a jetted tub, dual vanity, and glass-enclosed shower, indicating a significant update. The finished basement with its own full kitchen and bathrooms provides excellent additional modern living space. Hardwood floors and recessed lighting throughout the main areas contribute to a contemporary feel. However, the hallway bathroom (as seen in Image 3) appears visibly dated with older tile and vanity, preventing an 'Excellent' rating. While many components are updated and functional, not all areas meet the 'virtually new' standard required for 'Excellent', aligning it more closely with a 'Good' score where some components may be updated, but not a full recent renovation across all spaces.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Great Schools: High School: Palo Alto High School (9/10).
Prime Location: Outstanding location just blocks to downtown Palo Alto, with close proximity to Cal Train, Stanford University, Menlo Park, and HWY 101, offering unparalleled convenience and desirability.
Flexible Living / Income Potential: The finished basement features a separate outdoor entry, two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a full kitchen, providing excellent optionality for rental income, multi-generational living, or a dedicated guest/office suite.
Excellent School District: Located within the highly-rated Palo Alto Unified School District, including top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools, which is a significant draw for families and contributes to property value.
Updated Interior Features: The home boasts an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, an impressive great room with a gas fireplace, a modern kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a primary suite with an en-suite bath including a jetted tub and dual vanity.
Charming Outdoor Space: The wrap-around backyard includes a fire pit for evening relaxation, raised planter beds, and olive trees, creating an inviting and functional outdoor living environment.

Cons

Age of Property: Built in 1921, the property is over a century old, which may entail ongoing maintenance considerations or potential for older systems not explicitly mentioned as updated.
No Mention of Cooling System: The description highlights a gas fireplace but does not mention any air conditioning or cooling system, which could be a comfort concern during warmer periods.
Modest Lot Size: With a lot size of 4,792 sqft, it is relatively modest for a single-family residence in Palo Alto, potentially limiting extensive outdoor expansion or large-scale landscaping.

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