Home | Santa Clara County | Palo Alto | 94301 | 540 N California Ave
MLS: ML81994629 | Status: Sold | Price: $4,850,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 2,230 | 6,800 | 1946 |
In an outstanding Old Palo Alto location, this remodeled ranch home showcases bright rooms, charming design details, and plenty of space within 2,230 sq. ft., situated on a large lot offering expansion potential. The heart of the home is the combined living and dining room with a wall of windows, built-in cabinetry, and fireplace with new tile surround and hearth. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, newly painted cabinets, and dining nook. Tucked on the other side of the home for privacy are the three bedrooms, including the primary suite with two closets and bath with new double vanity with quartz counters, clawfoot soaking tub, and large shower. The secondary bedrooms share an updated hall bath with shower. The newly finished garage has recessed lighting, epoxy floors, and outlet for electric car charging. Savor the wonderful Palo Alto weather in the backyard with two patios and new lawn. Children attend top Walter Hays Elementary, Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High. Enjoy recreation at Rinconada Park, take the bike path to California Avenue, and enjoy easy access to a multitude of shopping centers. In the best neighborhood in Palo Alto, this home has it all!
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML81994629 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Primary Suite/Retreat |
| Bathrooms | Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+, Tile, Tub, Updated Bath(s) |
| Kitchen | Exhaust Fan, Hookups - Gas, Hookups - Ice Maker |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer |
| Dining Room | Dining Area in Living Room, Eat in Kitchen |
| Family Room | No Family Room |
| Fireplace | Living Room |
| Flooring | Hardwood, Tile |
| Laundry | In Garage, Tub / Sink |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Radiant Floors |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter and Slab |
| Style | Ranch |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Palo Alto Unified |
| High School District | Palo Alto Unified |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| E.V. Hookup | Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts) |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R1 |
Heng Seroff Group
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
License #: 01921791,01884007
Phone: (650) 690-2858
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