This gracious Tudor inspired home sits on an 11,000sf lot in Old Palo Alto, a neighborhood prized for its quiet tree-lined streets, prominent homes and easy access to top Palo Alto schools. Originally constructed in 1925, this home features large rooms, a ground floor bedroom and full bath, three bedrooms and a bath on the second floor and a detached two car garage. Many original details have been retained including cut glass doorknobs, brass light fixtures, inlaid hardwood floors and even a phone nook in the hallway. High ceilings and abundant windows fill the house with natural light, while mature trees surrounding the property provide an excellent screen for privacy and peace. This home is not deemed historic.
Source: MLSListings, MLS#ML81769191
- MLS# ML81769191
- Date Listed01/13/2020
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.26 acres (11,252 sq. ft)
- Property Type Single Family
- County Santa Clara
- Year Built 1925
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,288 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $1791.08
Interior Features
- Heating Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 0.26
- Lot Size SQFT 11,251.55
- Lot Features -
Financial Considerations
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 |
| 536 Addison Avenue | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 12, 2025 | $3,198,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $3,037,250 |
| 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 |
| 1935 Webster | 6 | 6 | Oct 03, 2025 | $10,000,000 | Nov 09, 2025 | - |
| 1218 Middlefield Road | Listing | 4 | 4 | Sep 19, 2025 | $2,695,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $2,930,120 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,908 | 68,422 | 1,934,902 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 7,558 | 2,862 | 1,500 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 2.4 | 2.9 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 45.1 | 44.2 | 39.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $167,695 | $168,118 | $131,545 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $118,918 | $101,277 | $59,920 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 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" |
50/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
27/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
89/100
Very Bikeable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.Transit Summary
6 nearby routes: 6 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 44/100, Transit Score: 23/100, Bike Score: 76/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 685 Lowell AVE
Source: Realty.com
685 Lowell AVE, PALO ALTO, CA 94301 is a Single Family 2,288 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 22 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $4,098,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 22 photos of 685 Lowell AVE.
Our records indicate that 685 Lowell AVE was built in 1925.
The full address for this home is 685 Lowell AVE, PALO ALTO, CA 94301.
685 Lowell AVE has been listed on Realty.com since Mon January 13, 2020
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 44/100, Transit Score: 23/100, Bike Score: 76/100.
There are 2 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 685 Lowell AVE. Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Palo Alto High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
(tel: 650-851-6600)
Listing agent:
Chris Iverson
(tel: 650-450-0450)
(#01708130)
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