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    897 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

    3beds
    1,755sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1955
    8,025 Square Feet Lot
    $3,888,500 Zestimate®
    $2,222/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

    Home value

    $3,888,500

    $3.58M - $4.24M

    Not available

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    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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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Boyenga Team 70010882 408-373-1660,

    Compass 408-358-1111

    Bought with:

    Tia Li, 02190031

    Ting Real Estate Services

    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

    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: $2,222/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $465,619
    • Date on market: 8/6/2026
    • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
    • Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/25/2026Sold$3,900,000+0.1%$2,222/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82039638 Report a problem
    8/14/2026Pending sale$3,898,000$2,221/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82039638 Report a problem
    8/6/2026Listed for sale$3,898,000$2,221/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82039638 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $465,619 +2%
    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
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Duveneck - St. Francis

    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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