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161 California Avenue Unit K206

Palo Alto, CA 94306

2 beds
2 baths
1,247 sqft
$842 per sqft
1982 build
– on site

Welcome to this two-story condo, offering the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in the heart of Palo Alto. Enter into the bright, modern kitchen, complete with a breakfast bar that overlooks the dining and living areas. The spacious living room features a cozy fireplace, overhead lighting, and access to a private patio. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms, each connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with tile floors, a shower over tub, skylight, and separate quartz vanity countertops. The in-unit washer and dryer are conveniently located on the second floor. Freshly painted throughout, the home feels both inviting and contemporary. This gated community offers secure underground parking with elevator access to the main level. The HOA fee covers water, garbage, earthquake insurance, and access to a swimming pool. Located just steps from shops, restaurants, the Farmers Market, Mollie Stone's Market, and CalTrain, this condo is ideally situated for easy access to everything Palo Alto has to offer. Its also close to local parks, top-rated schools, and major tech companies like Facebook, Google, and Stanford University. Easy access to Caltrain, Oregon Expressway, El Camino Real, and Highways 280 and 101. Experience Palo Alto living at it's best!

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Julie Hadidi / Compass

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 19, 2025 •

MLS# ML81990327 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1982
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Total Number Of Units:

141
Unit Number:

K206
Roof:

Flat
Foundation:

Slab
Stories Total:

2

Interior

Kitchen Features:

Quartz Counters
Flooring:

Carpet, Tile
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Wood Burning

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1247.00

Location

Directions:

Cross Street: Park
Latitude:

37.42870566
Longitude:

-122.14192083

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Condominium
Zoning:

PA
Lot Size Source:

Assessor

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

12437084

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Forced Air
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Disposal, Refrigerator
Included:

Yes

Schools

Elementary:

OTHER
Elementary School:

Other
Middle School:

Other
Middle School:

OTHER
High School:

Palo Alto
High School:

PALALT
High School District:

Palo Alto Unified

The Community

Association Amenities:

Trash, Management, Spa/Hot Tub, Sewer
Association:

Mb homeowner's Management Inc.
Association:

Yes
Association Fee:

$957
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Pool:

Community
Spa:

1
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

Community
Assessments:

No

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Guest
Parking Spaces:

1.00
Attached Garage:

No
Garage Spaces:

1.00

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,050,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,622
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$288
HOA fees	$957
Utilities	$146 See report
Total	$7,013/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/16/25 Jan 16, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$1,050,000	98.5% (4.8% / YR)
10/31/12 Oct 31, 2012	Sold	BRIDGE
5/21/04 May 21, 2004		BRIDGE	$529,000	46.9% (9.6% / YR)

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This condo located in Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA 94306 is currently for sale for $1,050,000. 161 California Avenue Unit K206 is a 1,247 square foot condo with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 3 days. 161 California Avenue Unit K206 is in the Old Palo Alto neighborhood of Palo Alto and has a WalkScore® of 95, making it a walker’s paradise. This condo is in the attendance area of Escondido Elementary School, Palo Alto High School, and David Starr Jordan Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and Compass. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 08:17 on Jan 19.

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