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  • $1,470,300

    242 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

    2beds
    2baths
    1,465sqft
    Condo
    Built in 1978
    -- sqft lot
    $1,470,300 Zestimate®
    $1,004/sqft
    $6,036 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,470,300

    $1.29M - $1.68M

    $6,036/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    2BR/2.5BA in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. The condo is within a few blocks walking distance to Whole Foods, great restaurants, coffee shops, bars, Palo Alto?s Saturday Farmers? Market and the University Caltrain stop for easy access to San Francisco. If you are looking for size and location, this multi-story, townhouse-style condo is for you! The top floor master bedroom has a recently remodeled ensuite bathroom and vaulted ceilings for tons of natural light. French doors lead to a roof deck patio with views of the western foothills. Dual closets provide plenty of storage space. The mid-level has the 2nd bedroom with closet and recently remodeled, ensuite bath. There is a separate laundry room with stacked washer/dryer plus extra storage on this floor. The first floor has a newly remodeled open-concept kitchen with dishwasher and disposal. Luxury finishes include custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The living room has wood floors, a 2-story vaulted ceiling and a working fireplace. Half-bath and additional closet space also on this level. Condo has 2 gated, covered parking spaces and a small outdoor patio space on the ground floor. Available November 10th for a one-year lease. $5400/mo. Viewable by appointment. Contact Rental Services of Palo Alto to view: 650 473-3000.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2.5
    Heating
    • Other
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,465 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Carport, Off-street, Garage
    Lot
    • Size: 435 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 12051018

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    Materials
    • wood frame
    Condition
    • Year built: 1978

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Palo Alto

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,004/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $339,148
    • Annual tax amount: $5,068

    Price history

    Price history is unavailable.

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,068 +3.9%$339,148 +2%
    2024$4,879 +1.6%$332,499 +2%
    2023$4,804 +1.3%$325,981 +2%
    2022$4,742 +2%$319,590 +2%
    2021$4,648 +1.8%$313,324 +1%
    2020$4,568 $310,112 +2%
    2019$4,568 +3.6%$304,032 +2%
    2018$4,408 $298,071 +2%
    2017$4,408 +1.8%$292,227 +2%
    2016$4,330 +4%$286,498 +1.5%
    2015$4,164 +4.3%$282,196 +2%
    2014$3,992 $276,669 +0.5%
    2013-- $275,420 +2%
    2012-- $270,020 +2%
    2011-- $264,727 +0.8%
    2010-- $262,750 -0.2%
    2009-- $263,375 +2%
    2008-- $258,211 +2%
    2007-- $253,149 +2%
    2006-- $248,186 +2%
    2005-- $243,321 +2%
    2004-- $238,551 +1.9%
    2003-- $234,180 +2%
    2002-- $229,589 +2%
    2001-- $225,088
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    Neighborhood: University South

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