Nestled on one of the most coveted streets in the prestigious Old Palo Alto neighborhood, this elegant estate offers a rare chance to own a property of distinction on a generous 0.64-acre lot. Expertly remodeled with updated systems and refined finishes, the home honors its architectural heritage by preserving stunning original details throughout. The main residence features four bedrooms upstairs, a spacious guest suite on the main level and a finished attic. This flexible floor plan supports a range of lifestyles from intergenerational living to working from home. A separate 1,100-square-foot guest house and a detached two-car garage provide exceptional versatility and privacy. The chef's kitchen is a true centerpiece, outfitted with a large island, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and premium appliances. French doors open to an expansive back patio with a built-in outdoor kitchen ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. Lush, mature landscaping surrounds the home, with flowering beds, towering trees, and a raised vegetable garden creating a serene, park-like atmosphere. Located near top-rated schools, fine dining, boutique shopping, and Stanford University, this home offers the best of Palo Alto living.
Sold for $17,998,000
$17,998,000
1650 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
6beds
5,787sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1920
0.65 Acres Lot
$17,588,300 Zestimate®
$3,110/sqft
$25,124 Estimated rent
Home value
$17,588,300
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Towering treesPreserving stunning original detailsFlowering bedsCoveted streetsLarge islandCustom cabinetryRemodeled with updated systems
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Listed by:
The Dreyfus Group 70010094 650-485-3476,
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty 650-847-1141
Bought with:
Alexander Kalla, 02125546
KW Bay Area Estates
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82009387
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Laundry
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, ShowerandTub, StallShower2plus, Stone, Tile, FullonGroundFloor, PrimaryOversizedTub, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Other, ExhaustFan, Island, Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Upper Floor, In Utility Room
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,787
- Total interior livable area: 5,787 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.65 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 12408081
- Zoning: R1929
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Shingle, Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
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: $3,110/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $9,623,821
- Annual tax amount: $116,657
- Date on market: 6/13/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2025 | Sold | $17,998,000$3,110/sqft |
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| 6/23/2025 | Pending sale | $17,998,000$3,110/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $17,998,000-10%$3,110/sqft |
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| 2/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/18/2023 | Price change | $30,000-14.3%$5/sqft |
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| 12/17/2022 | Price change | $35,000-12.5%$6/sqft |
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| 10/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/5/2022 | Listed for rent | $40,000$7/sqft |
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| 10/5/2022 | Price change | $19,988,000-12.9%$3,454/sqft |
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| 7/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $22,950,000-8.2%$3,966/sqft |
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| 4/10/2020 | Listing removed | $25,000,000$4,320/sqft |
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| 2/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $25,000,000+21639.1%$4,320/sqft |
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| 2/11/2002 | Sold | $115,000$20/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $116,657 +4.3% | $9,623,821 +2% |
| 2024 | $111,818 +1.5% | $9,435,120 +2% |
| 2023 | $110,187 +1.2% | $9,250,118 +2% |
| 2022 | $108,857 +2% | $9,068,744 +2% |
| 2021 | $106,716 +2.2% | $8,890,926 +1% |
| 2020 | $104,463 | $8,799,761 +2% |
| 2019 | $104,463 +4% | $8,627,218 +2% |
| 2018 | $100,429 | $8,458,058 +2% |
| 2017 | $100,429 +1.8% | $8,292,215 +2% |
| 2016 | $98,671 +3.7% | $8,129,624 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $95,189 +1.8% | $8,007,511 +2% |
| 2014 | $93,548 | $7,850,656 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $7,815,176 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $7,661,938 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $7,511,705 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $7,455,566 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $7,473,278 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $7,326,744 +3.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $7,100,730 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $6,961,500 +2466.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $271,201 -7.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $291,987 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $286,636 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $281,017 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $275,508 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old Palo Alto
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Walter Hays Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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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