Beautifully updated and truly move-in ready, this bright condo features new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, recessed lighting, updated fixtures, new quartz countertops and sinks, and a quality in-unit Miele washer and dryer, all complemented by the comfort of central air conditioning. A lovely private balcony overlooks the picturesque courtyard, creating a peaceful spot to enjoy your morning coffee. The spacious layout includes two generously sized bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Ideally located in the heart of Palo Alto Central, you are just steps from shops, restaurants, the Farmers Market, CalTrain, local parks, & within close proximity to top-rated schools, major employers such as Facebook, Google, and Palantir, & Stanford University, which is only a half mile away. University Avenue, Town & Country Village, and Stanford Shopping Center are also nearby for added convenience. The community offers a pool, hot tub, garden areas, bike racks, mailroom, private parking garages, and dedicated storage. HOA dues include water, garbage, earthquake insurance, gated parking, swimming pool access, and a storage unit. The home comes with one assigned gated parking space (A84) & additional non-assigned parking in the non-gated garage, along with storage unit #18
- MLS# ML82027537
- Date Listed11/13/2025
- Days on Realty 12 Days
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size -
- County Santa Clara
- Year Built 1982
- Square Feet 1,247 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $880.51
Interior Features
- Appliances Microwave
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features -
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $958 Monthly
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1218 MIddlefield Road | Listing | 5 | 2 | Oct 13, 2025 | $2,495,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $2,930,120 |
| 1535 Cowper Street | Listing | 6 | 4 | Nov 18, 2025 | $4,995,000 | Jul 23, 2024 | $5,174,000 |
| 1535 Cowper Street | Listing | 6 | 4 | Nov 18, 2025 | $4,995,000 | Jul 23, 2024 | $5,174,000 |
| 1827 Cowper Street | Listing | 6 | 4 | Oct 10, 2025 | $7,988,000 | Aug 22, 2023 | $6,573,000 |
| 1827 Cowper Street | Listing | 6 | 4 | Oct 10, 2025 | $7,988,000 | Aug 22, 2023 | $6,573,000 |
| 1555 Alma Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 10, 2025 | $1,898,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $2,837,750 |
| 1555 Alma Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 10, 2025 | $1,898,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $2,837,750 |
| 1218 Middlefield Road | Listing | 5 | 2 | Oct 09, 2025 | $2,198,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $2,930,120 |
| 1218 Middlefield Road | Listing | 5 | 2 | Oct 09, 2025 | $2,198,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $2,930,120 |
| 2060 Birch Street | Listing | 2 | 2 | Oct 07, 2025 | $1,988,000 | Feb 15, 2023 | $3,144,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 27,750 | 68,422 | 1,934,902 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 6,731 | 2,862 | 1,500 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.4 | 2.9 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 43.4 | 44.2 | 39.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $159,524 | $168,118 | $131,545 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $90,829 | $101,277 | $59,920 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 128 | 144 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 40.4°F | 40.4°F | 41.7°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 78.8°F | 78.8°F | 84.3°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.71" | 15.71" | 15.08" | 38" |
89/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
48/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
97/100
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.Transit Summary
13 nearby routes: 10 bus, 3 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 22/100, Bike Score: 73/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 153 California Avenue
Source: Realty.com
153 California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306 is a 1,247 sq. ft. condo listed for sale with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. Realty.com has 38 photos of this condominium, listed at $1,098,000. View sales and tax history of condos, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 38 photos of 153 California Avenue.
Our records indicate that 153 California Avenue was built in 1982.
The full address for this home is 153 California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306.
153 California Avenue has been listed on Realty.com since Thu November 13, 2025
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 43/100, Transit Score: 22/100, Bike Score: 73/100.
There are 2 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 153 California Avenue. Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Palo Alto High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Coldwell Banker Realty
(tel: 408-779-5000)
Listing agent:
Holly Noto
(tel: 650-544-6185)
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