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listing_id: ML82032925
status: Closed
price: 7435000
beds: 5
baths_full: 4
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 2893
sqft_lot: 6250
lot_acres: 
year_built: 2026
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "985 Lincoln Ave"
city: Palo Alto
state: CA
zip: 94301
county: "Santa Clara County"
lat: 37.451291
lng: -122.147254
days_on_market: 84
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "Sue Cheng"
list_office: "Intero Real Estate Services"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 388-0228"
list_agent_license: 02027196
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-02-26
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Santa Clara County | Palo Alto | 94301 | 985 Lincoln Ave

985 Lincoln Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

MLS: ML82032925 | Status: Sold | Price: $7,435,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 4 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 4 /1 2,893 6,250 2026

Remarks

Just completed, this stunning high-end custom home stands as the crown jewel of Palo Alto. Designed by Kohler Architects and situated on one of the most coveted streets in the prestigious Crescent Park neighborhood, it showcases exceptional craftsmanship, refined materials, and modern luxury at every turn. The 2,900 sq ft residence offers four ensuite bedrooms plus an office/bedroom. The thoughtfully curated interior features Crystal cabinetry, a SubZero refrigerator, Wolf cooktop, solid wood interior doors, Hansgrohe shower systems, and European imported steel front door. Premium amenities including a water softener, owned solar panels with Tesla Powerwall, Tesla charger, multizone HVAC, video camera security system, build-in ceiling speakers, a vapor barrier in the crawlspace. The expansive covered back porch extends the living space outdoors, overlooking a cozy, beautifully landscaped backyard ideal for relaxation or entertaining. A short stroll to the Junior Museum, Children's Library, Main Library, Art Center, and Pardee Park, moments from the vibrant dining and shopping along University Avenue, this home offers unparalleled convenience. Major hubs such as Stanford University, Google, and Meta are within easy reach, and the property is served by top-rated Palo Alto schools.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82032925
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Shower and Tub
Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Island with Sink, Skylight(s)
Appliances Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Dining Room Formal Dining Room
Family Room Separate Family Room
Flooring Wood
Laundry Upper Floor
Cooling Central Forced Air
Heating Heat Pump

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
Style Custom

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, On Street, 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 R1

Contact Information

Sue Cheng
Intero Real Estate Services
License #: 02027196
Phone: (650) 388-0228

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Addison Elementary School public K-5 0.42 mi 9
Walter Hays Elementary School public K-5 0.61 mi 9
Duveneck Elementary School public K-5 0.74 mi 9
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle public 6-8 1.11 mi 9
Palo Alto High School public 9-12 1.12 mi 10
Palo Alto Adult Education public UG 1.17 mi N/A
Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy public K-5 1.17 mi 4
Ravenswood Comprehensive Middle public 6-8 1.55 mi 4
Ohlone Elementary School public K-5 1.56 mi 10
Menlo-Atherton High School public 9-12 1.66 mi 8
Laurel Elementary School public K-5 1.77 mi 10
Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford public K-12 1.80 mi N/A
Belle Haven Elementary School public K-5 1.91 mi 1
Costano Elementary School public K-5 1.94 mi 3
El Carmelo Elementary School public K-5 2.00 mi 9
Escondido Elementary School public K-5 2.13 mi 10
Encinal Elementary School public K-5 2.31 mi 9
Palo Verde Elementary School public K-5 2.33 mi 8
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School public 6-8 2.57 mi 10
Tide Academy public 9-12 2.59 mi 9

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of February 26, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Sue Cheng, (650) 388-0228.