870 College Avenue Palo Alto, CA $ 2,798,000
870 College Avenue
$ 2,798,000
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870 College Avenue

Palo Alto, CA, 94306
$ 2,798,000
Bedrooms1 Baths2.0 Sq 1,231

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$ 17,228

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Single Family Home for sale in Palo Alto, CA

for $2,798,000 with 1 bedroom and 2 full baths. This 1,231 square foot home was built in 1915 on a lot size of 0.114784.

Exceptional opportunity to remodel, develop, or reimagine a versatile property on a 5,000 square foot lot in one of Palo Alto's most sought-after neighborhoods. Located in College Terrace, this offering presents long-term upside for end users, investors, or those planning their next move in a premier setting. The main residence is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath home with a functional layout, abundant natural light, and classic period character. A large attic provides valuable bonus space for storage or flexible use. A detached ADU with its own bathroom has a history of consistently strong rental performance, offering immediate income potential or flexible living options. The private backyard provides space to create an inviting outdoor retreat. Ideally located just one block from Stanford University, steps to Cameron Park, and moments from the shops and dining along California Avenue. A rare opportunity to own a property with both flexibility and upside in an A+ Palo Alto location.

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Open House

1/30/2026 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
1/31/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2/1/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
870 College Avenue Palo Alto, CA
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm

Single Family Active

Price

$ 2,798,000

Bedrooms

1

Full Bath

2

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 0

Style

Cottage

Lot Size

0.114784

Year Built

1915

Town/City

Palo Alto

County/Region

Santa Clara

MLS | Web ID

ML82032957

Features
General
Living Area 1231
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Wall Furnace
Cooling None
Roof Composition Shingles
Zoning R1
Garage Spaces 0
Architectural Style Cottage
Year Built 1915
Stories Count 2
Levels Two Story
Property Subtype Detached
County Santa Clara
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Garage Y/N No
Green Energy Generation Solar
Full Baths 2
Status Active
City Palo Alto
High School District Palo Alto Unified
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 5000
Standard Status Active
Elementary School District Palo Alto Unified
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Interior
Interior Amenities Family Room Storage Smart Thermostat
Flooring Concrete Tile Wood
Air Conditioning Y/N No
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Double Pane Windows
Fireplace Y/N No
Laundry Features Dryer Washer
Total Bedrooms 1
Kitchen Features Eat-in Kitchen Disposal
Total Baths 2
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Exterior
Exterior Amenities Back Yard
Parking Features Off Street
Lot Features Rectangular Lot
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 5000
Building Area Total 1231
Lot Size Acres 0.1148
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Internal Only
Street Number 1 870
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* Excluded Features
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3889307 Elementary School
3889311 Middle School
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Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
1/29/2026$2,798,000 Listed Price

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870 College Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, 94306 is a Single Family Home for sale at $2,798,000 with 1,231 sqft and a lot size of 0.114784. 870 College Avenue has 1 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1915. The property's zip code is 94306 which is in Palo Alto, CA