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    • $3,898,000

    897 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

    3beds
    1,755sqft
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    $26,626/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1955
    8,025 Square Feet Lot
    $4,702,200 Zestimate®
    $2,221/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Stunning architectural masterpiece in a prime Channing Park location, blending iconic mid-century design with modern livability. This thoughtfully remodeled 3BD + office / 2BA residence offers approximately 1,755 sf of light-filled living space on an expansive ~8,025 sf parcel. Signature design elements include open beam ceilings, globe lighting, walls of glass, skylights, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The spacious great room features a wood-burning fireplace and opens to multiple outdoor entertaining areas, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The updated kitchen showcases quartz countertops s/s appliances, ideal for everyday living and hosting. A flexible floor plan includes a private primary suite, dedicated office, and a separate bonus family/recreation room, ideal for work, play, or media. Radiant heated floors, double-pane windows, and energy-efficient features enhance comfort and efficiency. The private back and side-yard oasis offers patios, mature landscaping, a gazebo, and ample space for entertaining or relaxing. Located within the highly sought-after PA School District, including Duveneck Elementary, Greene Middle, and PA High. Close to major tech including Meta and Google, as well as vibrant Downtown Palo Alto, shopping, dining & key commuter routes.
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    Listed by:

    Boyenga Team 70010882 408-373-1660,

    Compass 408-358-1111

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82039638MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room, Office
      Bedroom
      • Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
      Bathroom
      • Features: DualFlushToilet, ShoweroverTub1, Skylight, StallShower, Tile
      Dining room
      • Features: DiningArea, DiningAreainLivingRoom, DiningBar, NoFormalDiningRoom, Skylights
      Family room
      • Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
      Kitchen
      • Features: Countertop_SolidSurfceCorian, DualFuel, ExhaustFan
      Heating
      • Radiant, Radiant Floor
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Built In Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Open Beam Ceiling
      • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl Linoleum
      • Doors: Other
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,755
      • Total interior livable area: 1,755 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Guest, On Street, Parking Area
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Other
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
      • Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced, Gazebo, Storage Shed Structure, Drought Tolerant Plants
      • Spa features: Other, Cover, Spa/HotTub
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Gate,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Hills, Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 8,025 Square Feet
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Additional structures: Cabana, Outbuilding, Sheds
      • Parcel number: 00329061
      • Zoning: R1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary,Eichler,Flat,Modern/HighTech
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Foundation: Slab, Other
      • Roof: TarGravel
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1955

      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: $2,221/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $456,491
      • Annual tax amount: $5,534
      • Date on market: 8/6/2026
      • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
      • Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan

        Estimated market value

        $4,702,200

        $4.23M - $5.31M

        $7,805/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/6/2026Listed for sale$3,898,000+1632.4%$2,221/sqft
        Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82039638 Report a problem
        5/24/1984Sold$225,000$128/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,534 +4.3%$456,491 +2%
        2024$5,305 -13%$447,541 +2%
        2023$6,096 +1.3%$438,767 +2%
        2022$6,016 +2.1%$430,164 +2%
        2021$5,895 +1.9%$421,730 +1%
        2020$5,787 $417,406 +2%
        2019$5,787 +3.8%$409,222 +2%
        2018$5,577 $401,199 +2%
        2017$5,577 +1.8%$393,333 +2%
        2016$5,476 +4%$385,622 +1.5%
        2015$5,267 +3.8%$379,831 +2%
        2014$5,075 $372,391 +0.5%
        2013-- $370,709 +2%
        2012-- $363,441 +2%
        2011-- $356,316 +0.8%
        2010-- $353,654 -0.2%
        2009-- $354,495 +2%
        2008-- $347,546 +2%
        2007-- $340,732 +2%
        2006-- $334,052 +2%
        2005-- $327,502 +2%
        2004-- $321,081 +1.9%
        2003-- $315,198 +2%
        2002-- $309,019 +2%
        2001-- $302,960
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Duveneck - St. Francis

        Getting around

        36 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        34 / 100
        Some Transit
        77 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: DuveneckElementary
        • 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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