Brand New Townhome in Desirable Midtown Palo Alto!
Be the very first to live in this brand new, never-lived-in townhome, thoughtfully designed with premium upgrades and energy-efficient features.
Located in the highly desirable Midtown Palo Alto neighborhood and served by top-rated schools, this rare rental opportunity blends modern, sustainable design with elevated finishes.
Property Highlights:
3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | ~1,436 sq ft
Open-concept living with high ceilings and abundant natural light
Upgraded wood flooring in the kitchen and living room
Tile flooring in bathrooms and entry for durability and style
Chef's kitchen with induction cooktop, upgraded cabinetry, full custom backsplash, and under-cabinet lighting
Recessed lighting in all bedrooms with dimmer switches for a personalized touch
Enhanced soundproofing with upgraded exterior insulation and oversized windows
Energy-efficient solar system and all-electric design
Bike hanging system in the garage for smart storage
Two-car tandem garage; Street parking available on W Bayshore and Colorado
Adjacent to Greer Park and close to Seale Park
Beautiful views of the Baylands Preserve
Located within the highly acclaimed Palo Alto school district: Palo Verde Elementary (Greatschools rating 8/10), JLS Middle (8/10), Palo Alto High (9/10). Renters to confirm school enrollment with PAUSD
Easy access to Highway 101, Stanford University, major tech employers and Midtown shops
Close to the vibrant dining and shopping of California Ave and Downtown Palo Alto
Owner pays for HOA dues. Tenant pays for utilities. Non smokers.
Sold for $1,708,000
$1,708,000
2869 Josephine Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94303
3beds
1,436sqft
Townhouse
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$1,632,300 Zestimate®
$1,189/sqft
$5,937 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,632,300
$1.49M - $1.80M
$5,937/mo
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Oversized windowsAbundant natural lightOpen-concept livingTile flooringHigh ceilingsRecessed lightingUnder-cabinet lighting
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,436 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Heating system: Forced Air
Details
- Parcel number: 12772008
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Community & HOA
Community
- Deposit fee: $6,500
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,742,160
- Date on market: 4/29/2025
- Date available: 05/01/2025
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2025 | Listing removed | $6,500$5/sqft |
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| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $6,500-5.8%$5/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,900$5/sqft |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listing removed | $2,033,000$1,416/sqft |
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| 4/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,033,000+19%$1,416/sqft |
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| 3/24/2025 | Sold | $1,708,000-0.7%$1,189/sqft |
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| 9/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,720,000$1,198/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,742,160 +77.9% |
| 2025 | $12,757 +63.1% | $979,179 +67.6% |
| 2024 | $7,822 | $584,375 |
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Neighborhood: Midtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Palo Verde Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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Estimated market value
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