Situated in the highly sought-after College Terrace neighborhood, this charming 1904 Craftsman home offers a rare blend of historic character, generous outdoor space, and an unbeatable location. Just moments from Stanford University, vibrant California Ave restaurants, farmers market, major tech campuses and award-winning schools, this inviting 2-story home places you at the heart of one of Palo Alto’s most desirable neighborhoods. With approximately 1,807 square feet of living space, the home is filled with warmth and timeless details, including original oak hardwood floors, leaded windows, and classic period craftsmanship. A covered front porch welcomes you into a charming sitting area that flows into the living room and dining room. Upstairs, the home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious family room. Set on a generous, level lot over 10,000 square feet, the property is surrounded by mature trees and thoughtfully defined yard areas with room to relax, entertain, garden, or simply enjoy the peaceful setting. Whether cherished in its current form, thoughtfully remodeled, expanded, or completely reimagined, this special property presents an extraordinary opportunity to create something truly your own. The combination of lot, location, and character is exceptionally rare.
Property Details
Price:
$3,950,000
MLS #:
ML82055994
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Jul 30, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,807
Lot Size:
10,440 sqft / 0.24 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1904
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Schools
School District:
Palo Alto Unified
Elementary School:
Other
Middle School:
Other
High School:
Palo Alto
Interior
Appliances
DW, GD, RF, GS, EO, VEF
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
WW
Flooring
WOOD, CARP
Laundry Features
DINC, WINC
Exterior
Accessibility Features
NO
Architectural Style
CRF
Common Walls
NCW
Direction Faces
NE
Fencing
CH, WD
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
DK
Roof
CMP
View
NE
Financial
Map
Community
- Address2230 Amherst ST Palo Alto CA
- CityPalo Alto
- CountySanta Clara
- Zip Code94306
Subdivisions in Palo Alto
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Palo Alto as of Aug 02, 2026
65
Single Family Listed
43
Avg DOM
1,650
Avg $ / SqFt
$3,076,716
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 2230 Amherst ST Palo Alto CA is a Single Family for sale in Palo Alto, CA, 94306. It is listed for $3,950,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,807 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1904. The current price per square foot is $2,186. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Palo Alto is $1,650. The average listing price for Single Family in Palo Alto is $3,076,716.
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