622 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
About This Home
Nestled on a quiet, court-like street with no homes directly across creating a peaceful, cul-de-sac feel, this delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers the perfect blend of privacy, charm, and convenience. Situated directly across from scenic San Francisquito Creek, you'll enjoy a tranquil setting while being just a short stroll to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, Caltrain, acclaimed restaurants, and boutique shopping. Filled with timeless character and light, the home features inviting living spaces, mature fruit trees, a detached one-car garage, and a long driveway that accommodates 3 to 4 additional vehicles an exceptional amenity in this coveted neighborhood. Enjoy the privacy of a single family home, better than a condo with no HOA fees. Ideal as a primary residence, pied a terre, or investment in a coveted Palo Alto location. Located within the highly acclaimed Palo Alto school district (buyer to verify enrollment).
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
Biker's ParadiseSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Oven/Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Inside
Bathroom
- Features: ShoweroverTub1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: NoFormalDiningRoom
Family Room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central Forced Air
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 12001035
- Zoning: R1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 3,070 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered 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 | $11,619 | $139,428 |
| Home Insurance * | $166 | $1,992 |
| Property Taxes | $2,537 | $30,444 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $14,720 | $176,640 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Listed for sale | $2,298,000 |
| 2017-06-27 | Listing removed | $4,700 |
| 2017-06-15 | Listed for rent | $4,700 |
| 2000-10-03 | Sold | $525,000 |
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