51 Crescent Drive

Palo Alto, CA 94301

$14,480,000
Price
4
Beds
4
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
6,374 Sq. Ft.
$2,272 / Sq. Ft.
6,374
Sq. Ft.
$2,272
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Experience European elegance on one of Palo Alto's most premier streets. The home was meticulously remodeled in 2009 by DeMattei Construction. Preserving its original charm, circa 1927, it has features like richly hued hardwood floors, towering arched windows, and 7 fireplaces. The 3-level main home, with elevator, has 4-en suite bedrooms one which is being used as an office. The primary suite has a gym, sauna, and separate washer/dryer. The kitchen has a French La Cornue range. There is a separate...Experience European elegance on one of Palo Alto's most premier streets. The home was meticulously remodeled in 2009 by DeMattei Construction. Preserving its original charm, circa 1927, it has features like richly hued hardwood floors, towering arched windows, and 7 fireplaces. The 3-level main home, with elevator, has 4-en suite bedrooms one which is being used as an office. The primary suite has a gym, sauna, and separate washer/dryer. The kitchen has a French La Cornue range. There is a separate 1-bedroom guest house with full kitchen. There is a handsomely appointed library with bookcases and a secret door into the dining room. The lower level has 3 temperature controlled wine closets, plus a recreation room with bar. The outdoor space is wonderful for entertaining with a stunning pool inspired by Hearst Castle with hand set Morano tiles, vast antiqued limestone terrace, and professionally landscaped gardens on more than one-half acre. With its prime Crescent Park location, minutes to shops on University Ave, as well as acclaimed Palo Alto schools, this property offers the perfect blend of old-world elegance and luxurious modern comfort.

Listing Agents

  1. Gullixson Team

    Gullixson Team

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #70001879

    gullixson@compass.com

    P: (650)-888-4898

  2. Mary Gullixson

    Mary Gullixson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #70001879

  3. Brent Gullixson

    Brent Gullixson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01329216

Property Details for 51 Crescent Drive

MLS City Name
PALO ALTO
Building Type
Detached
Style
Mediterranean
Garage Spaces
3
View
Neighborhood
Cross Street
University Avenu
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2024 12:59 PM

Property Details for 51 Crescent Drive

StatusPending ( Do Not Show )
MLS #ML81965894
Days on Compass183
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.54 AC / 23,522 SF
CountySanta Clara County

Building Information for 51 Crescent Drive

Stories2Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size0.54 AC / 23,522 SF

Property Information for 51 Crescent Drive

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Finished, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Library, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room, Wine Cellar / Storage, Other
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets, Sauna, Shower over Tub - 1, Stone, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Other
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Pantry, Warming Drawer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Amenities: Bay Window, High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Security Gate, Skylight, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar
  • Communications: Audio / Video Prewired, Cable TV
  • Energy Features: Solar Heating - Pool
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Outside, Primary Bedroom, Other
  • Fireplaces Min: 7
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Stone, Tile
  • Laundry: Dryer, Tub / Sink, Upper Floor, Washer, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 6374
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Type: Heated - Solar, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground, Spa - Gas, Spa - In Ground, Spa - Jetted
  • Security Features: Secured Garage / Parking, Security Alarm
  • Special Features: Elevator / Lift
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central AC, Multi-Zone
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas, Heating - 2+ Zones
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 1
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Detached Garage, Electric Gate, Gate / Door Opener
  • Garage Max: 3
  • Garage Min: 3
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Crescent Park
  • Roof: Clay, Tile
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 51
  • Street Name: Crescent
  • Street Suffix: Drive
  • Area ID: 239
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 6374
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 97
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Zoning Detail: R1929
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 003-09-035
  • County Name: Santa Clara
  • City Name: PALO ALTO
  • City Postal ID: 46
  • Postal Code: 94301
  • Elementary School District: 481
  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter, Gate
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .54
  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Fenced, Outdoor Fireplace

Property History for 51 Crescent Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 51 Crescent Drive

Taxable ValueLand$4,099,757Additions$2,360,277Total$6,460,034
Tax Record2024$75,912 ($6,326 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt6,374 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,374 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,950 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927Year Renovated2009ZoningR1929CountySANTA CLARAAPN003-09-035Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 51 Crescent Drive

This home is within Palo Alto Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Duveneck Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
Public6 to 8

Palo Alto High School
Public9 to 12

Greendell School
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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