746 Santa Ynez Street, Stanford, California 94305, Stanford, 94305 - 6 bed, 4 bath
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Stanford, California 94305
Analysis of 746 Santa Ynez Street, Stanford, California 94305 is currently available with a list price of $4,900,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Stanford Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1917, this historic property is over 100 years old and emphasizes original period details such as lath and plaster walls and original French doors. While the home appears exceptionally well-maintained and move-in ready, the lack of documented recent renovations (within the last 15 years) to the kitchen, bathrooms, or major systems like HVAC and electric, combined with the age of the structure, aligns with the 'Fair' rating criteria.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 50300, living area = 4010.
Designed by Charles K. Sumner and formerly owned by Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover, this estate offers unmatched historical significance and prestige within the Stanford community.
Set on a rare 1.15-acre lot, the property provides a secluded oasis featuring a pool, mature redwoods, and fruit trees, offering exceptional privacy and outdoor living space.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =50300, other record lot size in square feet = 32400. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 4010, other record living area = 3319. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 6, other record bedroom count = 5.
The property is exclusively available to Stanford-eligible buyers, which significantly limits the market of potential purchasers and impacts future resale liquidity.
Built in 1917, the residence likely requires substantial modernization of its core systems and utilities to meet contemporary standards for efficiency and comfort.
Designed by Charles K. Sumner of San Francisco in a Mediterranean style with French influences, the home is set below street level on 1.15 private acres behind a dense screen of mature trees, and is nearly invisible from the street. The rear garden is an oasis, featuring a pool, two large decks, a stunning California live oak, redwoods, liquidambar, Monterey pines, and mature fruit trees. Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover purchased and completed the unfinished house while the future Hoover House was under construction on the crown of San Juan Hill. Original cedar shelves in the basement still bear the Hoovers' name. Three subsequent owners were distinguished Stanford faculty. The house is generous in scale throughout: a 13-foot entry hall, a 27-by-19-foot living room with sunroom, spacious dining room, and an upstairs primary suite with bedroom, bath, study, and dressing room. Period details include a multipaned arched staircase window, original French doors, and lath and plaster walls. Six bedrooms, 3.5 baths: 3,396 sq ft across two main floors, plus a 614 sq ft finished lower level that is not reflected in the tax record. Available to Stanford-eligible buyers only.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 4.5 | 50% |
| Baths | 4.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 4,010 | 3,304.5 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 50,300 | 31,266 | 50% |
| Price | $4.90M | $4.10M | 50% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.2K | $1.2K | 50% |
| Built year | 1917 | 1939 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 32 | 83 | 50% |
Jun 11, 2026
$4,900,000
$5,300,000
-8% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 13, 2026
$5,300,000
Initial Listing