Tucked away at the end of a private lane in Palo Alto's Community Center neighborhood, this home offers a great mix of privacy, comfort, and easy living. Surrounded by mature trees and beautiful landscaping, it feels peaceful and tucked away from it all. Inside, the open layout is filled with natural light, beautiful hardwood floors and updated lighting throughout. The living room is anchored by a striking stone fireplace and flows seamlessly into a well-appointed kitchen with stainless steel appliances and soapstone countertops, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Just off the living room, a charming patio creates an easy indoor-outdoor connection. The primary suite is a relaxing retreat, featuring a generous walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom. Nearby, the family room stands out with its high ceilings and sliding glass doors that open to the spacious backyard. Out back, you'll find a sunny, private yard with a lush lawn and patio, ideal for relaxing, hosting, or just enjoying the Palo Alto weather. All of this just minutes from the shops and restaurants on University Avenue and top-rated schools. With its central location, tree-lined streets and abundance of amenities, the Community Center neighborhood remains one of Palo Alto's most desirable places to call home.
Sold for $4,100,000
$4,100,000
848 Boyce Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
3beds
2,041sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1946
7,400 Square Feet Lot
$4,087,200 Zestimate®
$2,009/sqft
$7,970 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,087,200
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Striking stone fireplaceBeautiful landscapingSpa-like bathroomTree-lined streetsSoapstone countertopsSurrounded by mature treesGenerous walk-in closet
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Listed by:
The Dreyfus Group 70010094 650-485-3476,
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty 650-847-1141
Bought with:
Donny Suh, 02004626
Turbohome Brokerage Inc.
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82042219
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, ShowerandTub, PrimaryOversizedTub
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Stone
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,041
- Total interior livable area: 2,041 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,400 Square Feet
- Features: Flag Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 00325035
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
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: $2,009/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,281,631
- Annual tax amount: $16,352
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Sold | $4,100,000+2.6%$2,009/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82042219 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Pending sale | $3,998,000$1,959/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,998,000+788.4%$1,959/sqft |
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| 11/7/1996 | Sold | $450,000$220/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,352 +4.2% | $1,281,631 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,692 +1.5% | $1,256,501 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,457 +1.2% | $1,231,865 +2% |
| 2022 | $15,272 +2% | $1,207,711 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,969 +2% | $1,184,031 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,669 | $1,171,891 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,669 +3.9% | $1,148,913 +2% |
| 2018 | $14,114 | $1,126,386 +2% |
| 2017 | $14,114 +1.8% | $1,104,301 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,864 +3.8% | $1,082,649 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $13,360 +2.5% | $1,066,388 +2% |
| 2014 | $13,038 | $1,045,500 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,040,776 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,020,370 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,000,363 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $992,887 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $995,246 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $975,732 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $956,601 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $937,845 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $919,457 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $901,429 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $884,908 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $867,558 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $850,548 |
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Neighborhood: Community Center
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Addison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: AddisonElementary
- 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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