540 N California Ave

Palo Alto, CA 94301

$4,850,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,230 Sq. Ft.
$2,175 / Sq. Ft.
2,230
Sq. Ft.
$2,175
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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!
  1. Listed by Heng Seroff Group • DRE #70010137 • Brokerage DRE #02188495 • eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc. • 650-690-2858

Property Details for 540 North California Avenue

MLS City Name
PALO ALTO
Building Type
Detached
Style
Ranch
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Neighborhood
Cross Street
Tasso Street
LISTING UPDATED: 03/13/2025 02:48 PM

Property Details for 540 North California Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #ML81994629
Days on Compass8
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1946
Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,800 SF
CountySanta Clara County

Location

Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc., Heng Seroff Group, DRE #70010137

Sold By Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Gil Oraha, DRE #01355157

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Building Information for 540 North California Avenue

Stories1Year Built1946Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,800 SF

Payment Calculator

$29,170 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$25,411

Property Taxes

$3,759

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 540 North California Avenue

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Unfinished, Formal Entry
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+, Tile, Tub, Updated Bath
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room, Eat in Kitchen
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Hookups - Gas, Hookups - Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
Features
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Thermostat Controller
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Living Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Tub / Sink, Washer
  • Living SqFt: 2230
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Radiant Floors
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public, Sewer Connected
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Uncovered Parking
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows
  • Area Text: Old Palo Alto
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 540
  • Street Name: California
  • Street Direction Prefix: North
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 237
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 2230
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 79
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Zoning Detail: R1
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 124-11-002
  • County Name: Santa Clara
  • City Name: PALO ALTO
  • City Postal ID: 46
  • Postal Code: 94301
  • Elementary School: 315
  • Elementary School District: 481
  • Middle School Text: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • High School Text: Palo Alto High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate, Mixed Height / Type, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .16
  • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level, Regular
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn

Property History for 540 North California Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 13, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML81994629

$4,850,000
Mar 13, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML81994629

$4,850,000
Mar 4, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1552910815

$4,850,000

+4.5% / yr

Feb 27, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML81994629

Feb 27, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML81994629

Feb 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81994629

$4,498,000
Feb 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81994629

$4,498,000
Jun 13, 2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81583204

$3,300,000
Jun 13, 2016

Sold

MLSListings #ML81583204

$3,300,000
Jun 8, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572306160

$3,300,000
Jun 1, 2016

Pending

MLSListings #ML81583204

Jun 1, 2016

Pending

EBRD #ML81583204

May 2, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81583204

$3,895,000
May 2, 2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81583204

$3,895,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML81994629

$4,850,000
03/13/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML81994629

$4,850,000
03/04/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1552910815

$4,850,000

+4.5% / yr

02/27/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML81994629

02/27/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML81994629

02/19/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81994629

$4,498,000
02/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81994629

$4,498,000
06/13/2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81583204

$3,300,000
06/13/2016

Sold

MLSListings #ML81583204

$3,300,000
06/08/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572306160

$3,300,000
06/01/2016

Pending

MLSListings #ML81583204

06/01/2016

Pending

EBRD #ML81583204

05/02/2016

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81583204

$3,895,000
05/02/2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81583204

$3,895,000

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

Public Records for 540 North California Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,713,873Additions$116,056Total$3,829,929
Tax Record2024$45,107 ($3,759 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,850 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,850 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946ZoningR1CountySANTA CLARAAPN124-11-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 540 North California Avenue

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
Walter Hays 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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Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc., Heng Seroff Group, DRE #70010137

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