Experience the epitome of urban living in this updated 3-bed, 2.5-bath townhome, complete with an attached 2-car garage. Located on a tree-lined street just 2 blocks from University Avenue in the vibrant heart of downtown Palo Alto and only 1-mile from Stanford, this residence offers the best city-like lifestyle while providing a single-family home feel. The open-concept design features a radiant living space with a cozy fireplace and a large balcony for an indoor-outdoor feel. The dining area and well-appointed kitchen have extensive counters and breakfast bar seating. The convenience of a half bath on the main floor adds to the thoughtful layout. Ascending to the top floor, you'll find all 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a dual-sink vanity and walk-in shower. The lower level offers a laundry room and a private two-car garage with additional storage space. Wood floors, dual-paned windows, central heating, and AC further elevate the living experience. The townhome is in an intimate 8-unit complex with a pool and BBQ area. Close to Palo Alto top-rated schools, Heritage Park, Whole Foods, Stanford, and downtown Palo Alto. 5-mile commute to Facebook, Google, and Microsoft. This townhome offers the ultimate in convenience and lifestyle.
Sold for $2,000,000
$2,000,000
459 Homer Ave APT 2, Palo Alto, CA 94301
3beds
1,465sqft
Townhouse, Residential
Built in 1974
-- sqft lot
$1,983,600 Zestimate®
$1,365/sqft
$6,881 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,983,600
$1.84M - $2.12M
$6,881/mo
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Dual-paned windowsHeritage parkWood floorsCentral heatingBbq areaDual-sink vanityWell-appointed kitchen
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Listed by:
Lizi Tabet 01511275 415-990-6070,
Compass 650-375-1111,
Aimee Klarich 01765417 650-483-3795,
Compass
Bought with:
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Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81955798
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, UpdatedBaths
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Built In Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Washer
Features
- One Or More Skylights
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,465
- Total interior livable area: 1,465 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Pool features: Community
Details
- Parcel number: 12042002
- Zoning: RM3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Barbecue Area, Community Pool
- Services included: Insurance
- HOA fee: $700 monthly
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,365/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,040,000
- Annual tax amount: $25,417
- Date on market: 2/29/2024
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2024 | Sold | $2,000,000+0.1%$1,365/sqft |
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| 4/7/2024 | Pending sale | $1,998,000$1,364/sqft |
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| 3/29/2024 | Contingent | $1,998,000$1,364/sqft |
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| 3/20/2024 | Price change | $1,998,000-9.1%$1,364/sqft |
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| 2/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,198,000+64.6%$1,500/sqft |
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| 2/19/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/27/2022 | Listed for rent | $5,850$4/sqft |
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| 9/13/2013 | Sold | $1,335,000+33.8%$911/sqft |
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| 8/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $998,000+52.4%$681/sqft |
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| 10/13/1999 | Sold | $655,000$447/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,417 +28.3% | $2,040,000 +27.1% |
| 2024 | $19,816 +1.5% | $1,604,426 +2% |
| 2023 | $19,523 +1.2% | $1,572,968 +2% |
| 2022 | $19,295 +2.5% | $1,542,126 +2% |
| 2021 | $18,833 +2.1% | $1,511,890 +1% |
| 2020 | $18,450 | $1,496,388 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,450 +4% | $1,467,048 +2% |
| 2018 | $17,749 | $1,438,284 +2% |
| 2017 | $17,749 +1.8% | $1,410,084 +2% |
| 2016 | $17,436 +3.7% | $1,382,436 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $16,808 +2.3% | $1,361,672 +2% |
| 2014 | $16,430 | $1,335,000 +61.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $828,298 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $812,058 +5.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $768,000 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $779,904 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $781,758 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $766,430 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $751,402 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $736,670 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $722,226 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $708,066 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $695,090 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $681,462 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $668,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: University South
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Addison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Santa Clara County
- Palo Alto
- 94301
- University South
- 459 Homer Ave Apartment 2
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