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listing_id: ML81997760
status: Closed
price: 1212000
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1140
sqft_lot: 6440
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1952
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "1040 Laurel Ave"
city: East Palo Alto
state: CA
zip: 94303
county: "San Mateo County"
lat: 37.469852
lng: -122.152098
days_on_market: 427
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Eric Chu"
list_office: "Christie's International Real Estate Sereno"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 922-7449"
list_agent_license: 02039805
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | San Mateo County | East Palo Alto | 94303 | 1040 Laurel Ave

1040 Laurel Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303

MLS: ML81997760 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,212,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 2 1,140 6,440 1952

Remarks

Welcome to 1040 Laurel Avenue, a bright and inviting home in East Palo Alto. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this property features an open living area with large picture windows that allow natural light to flood the space, creating a warm and airy atmosphere. The kitchen showcases a stylish and functional design with elegant finishes, generous counter space, and ample cabinetry for optimal organization. It's open layout fosters connection, making it the heart of the home perfect for cooking, dining, and entertaining with ease. The primary bedroom is bathed in natural light and features an ensuite, with direct access to a private side yard complete with a putting green.The homes central location offers unparalleled convenience, just minutes from major tech hubs like Facebook, downtown Palo Altos dining, shopping, and entertainment, as well as the renowned Stanford Shopping Center. With easy access to Highway 101, commuting throughout the Bay Area is effortless, making this home ideal for both work and leisure.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML81997760
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Double Sinks, Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower
Appliances Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Dining Area in Living Room
Family Room No Family Room
Fireplace Living Room, Wood Burning
Cooling None
Heating Gas

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Shingle
Foundation Crawl Space

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking No Garage, Parking Area, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District Ravenswood City Elementary
High School District Sequoia Union High
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning R10000

Contact Information

Eric Chu
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
License #: 02039805
Phone: (650) 922-7449

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Ravenswood Comprehensive Middle public 6-8 0.44 mi 4
Belle Haven Elementary School public K-5 0.68 mi 1
Costano Elementary School public K-5 0.95 mi 3
Laurel Elementary School public K-5 1.11 mi 10
Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy public K-5 1.28 mi 4
Menlo-Atherton High School public 9-12 1.37 mi 8
Tide Academy public 9-12 1.47 mi 9
Addison Elementary School public K-5 1.65 mi 9
Duveneck Elementary School public K-5 1.75 mi 9
Encinal Elementary School public K-5 1.88 mi 9
Walter Hays Elementary School public K-5 1.92 mi 9
Palo Alto High School public 9-12 2.26 mi 10
Palo Alto Adult Education public UG 2.33 mi N/A
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle public 6-8 2.36 mi 9
Taft Elementary School public K-5 2.45 mi 4
Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford public K-12 2.62 mi N/A
Ohlone Elementary School public K-5 2.64 mi 10
Garfield Elementary School public K-8 2.77 mi 6
Sequoia District Adult Education public UG 2.80 mi N/A
Hillview Middle School public 6-8 3.15 mi 9

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of January 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Eric Chu, (650) 922-7449.