This 3-bedroom home emanates the warmth and charm synonymous with Old Palo Alto. A gated garden pathway welcomes you, opening to more than 2,500 square feet of meticulously maintained living space. Retaining its original character, yet thoughtfully updated for modern living, the interior features hardwood floors, white millwork, and abundant natural light. With multiple fireplaces, a spacious living room, and dining area seamlessly connecting to the outdoors, this home offers ideal venues for both entertaining and daily living. Outside, a gazebo anchors the serene backyard adorned with vibrant foliage, and this home also includes a 2-car garage. Conveniently located just moments from the Midtown Shopping Center and within easy reach of California Avenue, Stanford University, and Caltrain, this home also enjoys close proximity to University Avenue and is just a short walk from esteemed schools such as Walter Hays Elementary and Greene Middle (buyer to verify eligibility).
Sold for $4,700,000
$4,700,000
534 Santa Rita Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
3beds
2,532sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1936
6,600 Square Feet Lot
$5,210,200 Zestimate®
$1,856/sqft
$8,178 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
DeLeon Team 70010006 650-900-7000,
Deleon Realty 650-543-8500
Bought with:
, 02098941
Keller Williams Palo Alto
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81961751
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, StallShower2plus, Tile, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Tile, ExhaustFan, Pantry
Heating
- Electric, Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace, Individual Room Controls, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Built In Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- One Or More Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,532
- Total interior livable area: 2,532 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Gazebo, Storage Shed Structure
- Fencing: Perimeter,Gate,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,600 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Sheds
- Parcel number: 12404034
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: English
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2024 | Sold | $4,700,000+4.7%$1,856/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81961751 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2024 | Pending sale | $4,488,000$1,773/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81961751 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $4,488,000$1,773/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81961751 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/22/2022 | Listed for rent | $9,500$4/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $114,143 +3626.6% | $4,794,000 +1820.4% |
| 2024 | $3,063 +1.5% | $249,637 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,018 +1.2% | $244,743 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,982 +2.1% | $239,945 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,922 +2.1% | $235,242 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,861 | $232,831 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,861 +3.4% | $228,267 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,766 | $223,792 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,766 +1.8% | $219,404 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,718 +4.1% | $215,103 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,611 +1.5% | $211,873 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,572 | $207,724 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $206,786 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $202,733 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $198,759 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $197,275 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $197,745 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $193,868 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $190,067 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $186,341 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $182,688 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $179,107 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $175,825 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $172,378 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $168,999 |
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Neighborhood: Old Palo Alto
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Walter Hays Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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
- 534 Santa Rita Ave
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