1661 University Avenue
Palo Alto, CA, 94301
$8,395,000
4 Beds
6 Baths
4,527 SqFt
0.34 Acres
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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:
$8,395,000
MLS #:
ML82007039
Status:
Pending
Beds:
4
Baths:
6
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
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Listed Date:
May 15, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
4,527
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
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Carpet, Concrete, Wood
Heating
Central
Laundry Features
Dryer Included, Washer Included

Exterior

Architectural Style
Custom Built, Traditional
Construction Materials
Stucco
Parking Features
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Parking Spots
2.00
Roof
Shake, Shingle

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Community

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in Palo Alto as of Oct 18, 2025
53
Single Family Listed
219
Avg DOM
1,959
Avg $ / SqFt
$6,394,853
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    1661 University Avenue Palo Alto CA is a Single Family for sale in Palo Alto, CA, 94301. It is listed for $8,395,000 and features 4 beds, 6 baths, and has approximately 4,527 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1955. The current price per square foot is $1,854. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Palo Alto is $1,959. The average listing price for Single Family in Palo Alto is $6,394,853.

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