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Sold for $4,575,000
    • $4,575,000

    1637 Escobita Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306

    4beds
    2,192sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1951
    6,540 Square Feet Lot
    $4,574,000 Zestimate®
    $2,087/sqft
    $7,911 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $4,574,000

    $4.25M - $4.94M

    $7,911/mo

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    What's special

    Nestled in Palo Alto's highly sought-after Southgate neighborhood, this stunning home beautifully blends timeless architecture with modern updates. Perfect for everyday living and entertaining, the updated kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and an adjacent pantry/laundry room. The spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace serves as an inviting gathering space, while generously sized bedrooms offer comfortable private retreats. A warm, wood-paneled den with built-in cabinetry serves as a cozy sanctuary for work or reading, while the expansive sunroom draws you toward the outdoors. Bathed in natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows, this space opens effortlessly to a lush garden setting. The backyard is a private Mediterranean oasis, beautifully landscaped with olive trees, hydrangeas, fruit trees, and a tranquil fountain. Multiple patios provide separate, versatile spaces for gathering and relaxation. A spacious two-car garage provides ample storage. Just moments from Stanford University, California Avenue, Town & Country Village, parks, and top-rated Palo Alto schools, this home offers classic charm in one of the Peninsula's most coveted neighborhoods.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Denise Simons 01376733 650-269-0210,

    Compass 650-323-1111,

    Liza Marinaro 02139869 650-815-8674,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Kemper Ray, 02150507

    Compass

    Jennifer Siem- Oldham, 01325650

    Compass

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82051455MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom
    • Features: PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
    Bathroom
    • Features: ShoweroverTub1, StallShower, Tile, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor
    Dining room
    • Features: DiningArea
    Family room
    • Features: Other
    Kitchen
    • Features: _220VoltOutlet, ExhaustFan, Island, Pantry, Skylights
    Heating
    • Central Forced Air Gas, 2 plus Zones
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Zoned
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Built In Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
    • Laundry: Tub/Sink, In Utility Room
    Features
    • One Or More Skylights
    • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Tile
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,192
    • Total interior livable area: 2,192 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Exterior features: Fenced
    • Fencing: Back Yard
    Lot
    • Size: 6,540 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 12423036
    • Zoning: R1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
    • Roof: Composition, Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1951

    Utilities & green energy

    • Gas: PublicUtilities
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Palo Alto

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $2,087/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,559,862
    • Date on market: 6/18/2026
    • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/24/2026Sold$4,575,000+1.7%$2,087/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82051455 Report a problem
    6/27/2026Pending sale$4,498,000$2,052/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82051455 Report a problem
    6/18/2026Listed for sale$4,498,000+352.1%$2,052/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82051455 Report a problem
    6/22/2016Listing removed$7,000-25.9%$3/sqft
    Source: Venture Property Management Report a problem
    3/3/2016Price change$9,450-12.5%$4/sqft
    Source: Venture Property Management Report a problem
    2/16/2016Price change$10,800-3.6%$5/sqft
    Source: Venture Property Management Report a problem
    2/11/2016Listed for rent$11,200$5/sqft
    Source: Venture Property Management Report a problem
    10/29/1999Sold$995,000+30.1%$454/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/11/1997Sold$765,000$349/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $1,559,862 +2%
    2025$18,506 +4.3%$1,529,278 +2%
    2024$17,738 +1.5%$1,499,293 +2%
    2023$17,480 +1.2%$1,469,896 +2%
    2022$17,281 +2%$1,441,076 +2%
    2021$16,940 +2.2%$1,412,821 +1%
    2020$16,581 $1,398,335 +2%
    2019$16,581 -1.1%$1,370,918 +2%
    2018$16,758 $1,344,038 +2%
    2017$16,758 +2.3%$1,317,685 +2%
    2016$16,382 +3.8%$1,291,849 +1.5%
    2015$15,789 +2.3%$1,272,445 +2%
    2014$15,428 $1,247,521 +0.5%
    2013-- $1,241,884 +2%
    2012-- $1,217,534 +2%
    2011-- $1,193,662 +0.8%
    2010-- $1,184,742 -0.2%
    2009-- $1,187,558 +2%
    2008-- $1,164,274 +2%
    2007-- $1,141,446 +2%
    2006-- $1,119,066 +2%
    2005-- $1,097,125 +2%
    2004-- $1,075,613 +1.9%
    2003-- $1,055,901 +2%
    2002-- $1,035,198 +2%
    2001-- $1,014,900
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Southgate

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: WalterHaysElementary
    • Middle: DavidStarrJordanMiddle_1
    • High: PaloAltoHigh
    • District: PaloAltoUnified

    Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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