Stunning, Iconic Palo Alto Monterey Colonial Exudes the Classic Style of Architect Gardner Dailey, providing a Private Paradise on 1.8 Acres, One of the Largest Parcels in North Palo Alto. The Entire Interior has been Fully Updated, but Still Honors the Historic Theme, including the Original Tiffany Stained Glass & Colonial Dining Room Walls, as used in the White House. The Interior Includes a Chef's Kitchen, Separate Sous-Chef Area, Superior Master Bedroom Upstairs, Main Master Downstairs, 3 En-Suites, 1 Traditional Bed, 7 Baths, 1 Bed Studio over Garage (Perfect for Au-Pair or Maintenance Manager), 2-Level Wine Cellar, and a Stunning Living & Family Room. The Exterior Contains Mature Oak Trees providing Ample Privacy, Fields of Flowers & Rose Gardens, Fruit Trees, Bocce Court, & Plenty of Parking. This home is perfect for Grand Entertaining, Executive Housing & Functions, Weddings, and/or Much More.
Sold for $16,800,000
$16,800,000
1870 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
6beds
9,322sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1929
1.8 Acres Lot
$16,141,600 Zestimate®
$1,802/sqft
$34,025 Estimated rent
Home value
$16,141,600
$14.69M - $17.76M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Other, Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 9,322 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Detached
Lot
- Size: 1.8 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 00310029
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- wood frame
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,802/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $17,408,785
- Annual tax amount: $210,188
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/3/2025 | Sold | $16,800,000+9.8%$1,802/sqft |
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| 6/6/2018 | Sold | $15,300,000-10%$1,641/sqft |
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| 8/1/2017 | Listing removed | $16,998,000$1,823/sqft |
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| 6/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $16,998,000$1,823/sqft |
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| 5/26/2017 | Pending sale | $16,998,000$1,823/sqft |
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| 3/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $16,998,000+83.8%$1,823/sqft |
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| 9/1/2015 | Sold | $9,250,000-5.6%$992/sqft |
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| 4/2/2015 | Listing removed | $9,800,000$1,051/sqft |
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| 5/12/2014 | Price change | $9,800,000-8.8%$1,051/sqft |
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| 4/11/2014 | Price change | $10,750,000-4.4%$1,153/sqft |
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| 3/4/2014 | Listed for sale | $11,250,000+25.1%$1,207/sqft |
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| 6/5/2012 | Listing removed | $8,995,000$965/sqft |
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| 3/30/2012 | Listed for sale | $8,995,000$965/sqft |
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| 6/10/2011 | Listing removed | $8,995,000$965/sqft |
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| 5/1/2011 | Listed for sale | $8,995,000$965/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $210,188 +4.3% | $17,408,784 +2% |
| 2024 | $201,452 +1.5% | $17,067,438 +2% |
| 2023 | $198,516 +1.1% | $16,732,783 +2% |
| 2022 | $196,277 +2% | $16,404,690 +2% |
| 2021 | $192,421 +2.2% | $16,083,031 +1% |
| 2020 | $188,345 | $15,918,120 +2% |
| 2019 | $188,345 +64.9% | $15,606,000 +62.2% |
| 2018 | $114,240 | $9,623,700 +2% |
| 2017 | $114,240 +1.8% | $9,435,000 +2% |
| 2016 | $112,243 +223.4% | $9,250,000 +222.3% |
| 2015 | $34,711 +9.9% | $2,869,838 +10.2% |
| 2014 | $31,580 | $2,605,140 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $2,593,367 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,542,518 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,492,666 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,474,037 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,479,916 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,431,291 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,383,619 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,336,882 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $2,291,062 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $2,246,141 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,204,975 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $2,161,741 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $2,119,355 |
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Neighborhood: Crescent Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Duveneck Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: David Starr Jordan Middle
- High: Palo Alto High
Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Santa Clara County
- Palo Alto
- 94301
- Crescent Park
- 1870 University Ave
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