Welcome to this charming Cape Cod home in desirable Old Palo Alto. As you step inside, you will be greeted by a well-designed interior that maximizes the use of space. The living and dining area with large picturesque windows provides the space perfect for relaxation and entertaining. The kitchen boasts a spacious and convenient layout that makes meal preparation a breeze. Both light filled bedrooms and the bathroom are located on the second level, offering privacy and tranquility. New efficient multi zone mini-split heat pump and air conditioning system provides comfort year round. Outside, you'll find a brick patio and generous lawn perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or hosting friends and family. This home is situated in a prime location, just a few blocks from the vibrant Cal Ave shopping and dining district, top-rated schools, Stanford, and major tech companies. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this wonderful home in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Palo Alto.
Sold for $1,780,000
$1,780,000
230 N California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
2beds
824sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1934
2,276 Square Feet Lot
$1,948,500 Zestimate®
$2,160/sqft
$4,786 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,948,500
$1.73M - $2.20M
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lori Buecheler 01859485 650-387-2716,
Compass 650-323-1111,
Olivia Maggi 02180306 650-380-6342,
Compass
Bought with:
Anthony Christen, 01326401
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81946206
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, NoFormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Heating
- Heat Pump, 2 plus Zones
Cooling
- Zoned, Other
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 824
- Total interior livable area: 824 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Parking Area
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 2,276 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 12414082
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1934
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: $2,160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,851,912
- Date on market: 10/26/2023
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/17/2025 | Listing removed | $4,100$5/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,100$5/sqft |
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| 12/11/2023 | Sold | $1,780,000-1%$2,160/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81946206 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2023 | Pending sale | $1,798,000$2,182/sqft |
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| 10/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,798,000+112.1%$2,182/sqft |
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| 5/2/2011 | Sold | $847,750+3.6%$1,029/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $818,000$993/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors - Palo Alto #81108258 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,851,912 +2% |
| 2025 | $22,850 -13% | $1,815,600 +2% |
| 2024 | $26,264 +97.1% | $1,780,000 +70.5% |
| 2023 | $13,325 +1.2% | $1,044,243 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,165 +2% | $1,023,769 +2% |
| 2021 | $12,906 +2% | $1,003,696 +1% |
| 2020 | $12,650 | $993,405 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,650 +3.9% | $973,927 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,176 | $954,831 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,176 +1.8% | $936,110 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,962 +3.8% | $917,755 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,528 +2.6% | $903,970 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,237 | $886,263 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $882,258 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $864,960 +127.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $379,559 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $376,723 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $377,619 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $370,215 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $362,957 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $355,841 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $348,864 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $342,025 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $335,758 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $329,175 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $322,722 |
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Neighborhood: Old Palo Alto
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Walter Hays Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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- California
- Santa Clara County
- Palo Alto
- 94301
- Old Palo Alto
- 230 N California Ave
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