Nestled on a gorgeous and private lot in one of Palo Altos most coveted neighborhoods, this house offers timeless sophistication, exceptional design, and resort-like living. A spectacular great room boasts beamed & vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, 10 skylights, a striking metal fireplace surround, and a Chefs kitchen. Formal rooms include an open entry, an elegant dining room, and a living room with coved ceiling, fireplace, and built-in bookcases. The primary bedroom suite has vaulted high ceilings, double doors to the central courtyard with fire pit, and custom metal barn doors to the beautiful spa-like bathroom and grand walk-in closet. The first floor also holds a second en suite bedroom and an elegant half bath. The second floor boasts two carpeted bedrooms and two bathrooms; one bedroom is en suite with two walk-in closets . The large professionally landscaped lot offers multiple spaces for outdoor entertainment and activities such as a custom regulation-size bocce court, a pool and hot tub with waterfall and a wonderful Ipe lounging deck, outdoor kitchen and al fresco dining in the incredible pavilion that includes a fireplace, radiant heat, TV and half bath. Additional features include a mudroom, a laundry room, and an oversized 2-car attached garage.
Property Details
Price:
$8,750,000
MLS #:
ML82007039
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
6
Address:
1661 University Avenue
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
City:
Palo Alto
Listed Date:
May 15, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
4,527
ZIP:
94301
Lot Size:
15,000 sqft / 0.34 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1955
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Schools
School District:
Palo Alto Unified
Elementary School:
Other
Middle School:
Other
High School:
Palo Alto
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Vented Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Double Oven
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Living Room, Outside, Wood Burning
Flooring
Carpet, Concrete, Wood
Heating
Central
Window Features
Skylight(s)
Exterior
Foundation Details
Concrete Perimeter
Garage Spaces
2.00
Lot Features
Level
Parking Features
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Parking Spots
2.00
Pool Features
Pool Cover, Heated, In Ground
Roof
Shake, Shingle
Spa Features
Heated, In Ground
Stories Total
2
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Neighborhood
Water Source
Public
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Community
- Address1661 University Avenue Palo Alto CA
- Area699 – Not Defined
- CityPalo Alto
- CountySanta Clara
- Zip Code94301
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1661 University Avenue
Palo Alto, CA
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