Welcome to 1020 Channing Avenue – a beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bath Craftsman-style home built in 2005, blending classic design with thoughtful modern upgrades. Located on a tree-lined street in one of Palo Alto’s most desirable neighborhoods, this freshly painted residence offers exceptional curb appeal, versatile living spaces, and refined finishes throughout. Step inside to discover stunning hardwood floors that flow through the sunlit main level. The spacious kitchen with granite countertops and a large island surrounded by top-tier appliances, including a KitchenAid stainless steel refrigerator and a coveted Bluestar gas cooktop—perfect for home gourmet chefs and entertainers alike. Retreat to the luxurious primary suite, where the completely remodeled en-suite bathroom offers a spa-like experience with a walk-in custom steam room, rain shower, double sinks adorned with elegant gold brass faucets, a rich walnut vanity, and the added comfort of heated floors. All of this is just minutes from downtown Palo Alto, with easy access to parks, top-rated schools, and a wide array of shops and restaurants—a rare opportunity to enjoy move-in ready comfort and Craftsman elegance in an unbeatable location.
Sold for $6,020,000
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$6,020,000
1020 Channing Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
5beds
3,501sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$6,193,000 Zestimate®
$1,720/sqft
$8,253 Estimated rent
Home value
$6,193,000
$5.70M - $6.75M
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Large islandTree-lined streetRefined finishesHeated floorsStunning hardwood floorsVersatile living spacesElegant gold brass faucets
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Listed by:
Kevin Bui DRE #01972286 510-214-3099,
eXp Realty of California,
Vivian Ho DRE #02009701 510-882-6377,
EXP Realty of California, Inc
Bought with:
Xin Jiang, DRE #01961451
Compass
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41106343
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Features
- Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Sound System
- Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,501
- Total interior livable area: 3,501 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Garden
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 00335068
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,720/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,934,402
- Annual tax amount: $48,221
- Date on market: 7/29/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2025 | Sold | $6,020,000+2.2%$1,720/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41106343 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Pending sale | $5,888,000$1,682/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41106343 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,888,000+84.3%$1,682/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41106343 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2013 | Sold | $3,194,7500%$913/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2013 | Listed for sale | $3,195,000$913/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors - Menlo Park #81316827 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $48,221 +4.3% | $3,934,402 +2% |
| 2024 | $46,233 +1.5% | $3,857,258 +2% |
| 2023 | $45,554 +1.2% | $3,781,627 +2% |
| 2022 | $45,031 +2% | $3,707,479 +2% |
| 2021 | $44,144 +2.1% | $3,634,784 +1% |
| 2020 | $43,222 | $3,597,515 +2% |
| 2019 | $43,222 +4% | $3,526,977 +2% |
| 2018 | $41,561 | $3,457,821 +2% |
| 2017 | $41,561 +1.8% | $3,390,021 +2% |
| 2016 | $40,832 +3.7% | $3,323,551 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $39,381 +1.9% | $3,273,629 +2% |
| 2014 | $38,639 | $3,209,504 +12.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $2,849,665 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,793,790 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,739,010 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,718,541 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,725,000 +53.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,777,922 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,743,061 -9% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,915,944 +130.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $831,387 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $814,935 +1364.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $55,639 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $54,549 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $53,481 |
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Neighborhood: Community Center
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Duveneck Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- Santa Clara County
- Palo Alto
- 94301
- Community Center
- 1020 Channing Ave
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