103 Tennyson Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
About This Home
103 Tennyson Ave is a premier triplex multifamily investment opportunity located in the thriving city of Palo Alto, California. Situated on a 7,500 square foot parcel, the subject property was originally constructed in 1970 and features approximately 3,371 square feet of gross building area, offering beautifully designed two-bedroom floor plans. The property consists of one flat and two townhome-style units, each with private detached garage parking and its own private patio or deck. Ideally positioned within walking distance of Stanford University, 103 Tennyson Ave benefits from Palo Alto's exceptionally strong rental market, high demand, and premium rental rates. Known for its historic neighborhoods, vibrant shopping, dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions, Palo Alto was recently ranked #6 on Livability's "Top 100 Best Places to Live" in America. The investment appeal is further strengthened by the city's strong employment base, low vacancy rates, and prime Silicon Valley location, providing residents with convenient access to prestigious schools, major employers, and an abundance of lifestyle amenities.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Biker's ParadiseSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Triplex,Residential Income
Interior
Features
- Door features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,371
- Total interior livable area: 3,371 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 12417077
- Zoning: RM2
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Lot size: 7,500 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Assigned,Attached,Carport
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 4
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Clara County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $15,108 | $181,296 |
| Home Insurance * | $216 | $2,592 |
| Property Taxes | $3,133 | $37,596 |
| Electricity | $722 | $8,674 |
| Total | $19,179 | $230,148 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Listed for sale | $2,988,000 |
| 2012-11-30 | Sold | $1,560,000 |
| 2004-03-26 | Sold | $1,030,000 |
| 2001-08-03 | Sold | $950,000 |
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