Just steps from Eleanor Pardee Park in the sought-after Community Center neighborhood, this bright and inviting home blends timeless charm with thoughtful updates across more than 1,800 square feet. A brick-lined path guides you through landscaped grounds to warm, welcoming interiors filled with rich oak floors, detailed millwork, and great natural light. Extensively updated, this home offers three spacious bedrooms, including one perfectly suited for an office or versatile use. Highlights include a living room with fireplace, a generous dining room, a kitchen with appliances from Bosch and Sub-Zero, and a private backyard with a deck, lush lawn, and beautiful plantings. Additional amenities include air conditioning, a 2-car garage, and an outstanding location close to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford, Caltrain, and Highway 101, with top-rated Duveneck Elementary just half a mile away (buyer to verify eligibility).