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listing_id: ML81996522
status: Closed
price: 3650000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 2648
sqft_lot: 7250
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1920
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "159 Waverley St"
city: Palo Alto
state: CA
zip: 94301
county: "Santa Clara County"
lat: 37.450125
lng: -122.164632
days_on_market: 414
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "DeLeon Team"
list_office: "Deleon Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 900-7000"
list_agent_license: 70010006
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Santa Clara County | Palo Alto | 94301 | 159 Waverley St

159 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

MLS: ML81996522 | Status: Sold | Price: $3,650,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 2,648 7,250 1920

Remarks

Just moments from vibrant University Avenue, this bright and inviting 3-bedroom home effortlessly blends modern living with the timeless charm of its more than century-old heritage. Over 2,600 SF of well-appointed space exudes warmth and hospitality as soon as you walk through the door. A fireplace centers the living room, the kitchen features top-tier appliances from Thermador and Jenn-Air, and the finished basement provides a versatile retreat perfect for a game or family room. Step outside to a serene backyard, where a spacious deck with built-in seating creates an ideal setting for relaxation or entertaining. Additional highlights include a detached garage and solar panels for energy efficiency. Ideally located near award-winning dining, boutique shopping, and just a block from Johnson Park, this home also offers easy access to Stanford University, Caltrain, and top-rated schools, including Addison Elementary, Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High (buyer to verify eligibility).

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML81996522
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Walk-in Closet, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathrooms Granite, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Sunken/Garden Tub, Tile
Kitchen Countertop - Granite, Island, Skylight(s)
Appliances Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Oven - Electric, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Skylight(s)
Family Room Separate Family Room
Fireplace Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Laundry Tub / Sink, Inside
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air, Fireplace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Crawl Space, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Style Craftsman

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, Gate/Door Opener, On Street, Parking Restrictions, Garage: 1 Car(s)
Elementary District Palo Alto Unified
High School District Palo Alto Unified
E.V. Hookup Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Water Public
Zoning RM2

Contact Information

DeLeon Team
Deleon Realty
License #: 01342140,01854880
Phone: (650) 900-7000

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Addison Elementary School public K-5 0.81 mi 9
Palo Alto High School public 9-12 0.95 mi 10
Menlo-Atherton High School public 9-12 0.96 mi 8
Palo Alto Adult Education public UG 1.03 mi N/A
Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford public K-12 1.09 mi N/A
Walter Hays Elementary School public K-5 1.27 mi 9
Laurel Elementary School public K-5 1.28 mi 10
Encinal Elementary School public K-5 1.54 mi 9
Duveneck Elementary School public K-5 1.68 mi 9
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle public 6-8 1.82 mi 9
Hillview Middle School public 6-8 1.83 mi 9
Belle Haven Elementary School public K-5 1.84 mi 1
Ravenswood Comprehensive Middle public 6-8 1.93 mi 4
Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy public K-5 2.03 mi 4
Oak Knoll Elementary School public K-5 2.03 mi 10
Escondido Elementary School public K-5 2.05 mi 10
Tide Academy public 9-12 2.28 mi 9
Ohlone Elementary School public K-5 2.39 mi 10
Costano Elementary School public K-5 2.43 mi 3
La Entrada Middle School public 4-8 2.48 mi 10

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This listing information is up-to-date as of January 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact DeLeon Team, (650) 900-7000.