440 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
FOR SALE0.34 ACRES

440 Melville Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301

Professorville
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,879 sqft (on 0.34 acres)
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,879 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

$8,200,000

Original price: $8,800,000
Est. Mortgage $52,207/mo*

Local Information

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Description

This distinguished home, crafted almost a century ago, is now available for the first time in generations. Timeless architecture and luxuriant gardens unfold across an expansive and perfectly shaped 15,000 square feet (100 x 150) lot, one of the largest in the area. Sun-lit interiors featuring period details, French doors, and spacious formal gathering rooms are prime for elegant yet casual modern living. This one-of-a-kind property reveals boundless opportunities to remodel, expand or build a true Silicon Valley estate that stands apart.
Surrounded by vast estates, this immense property is exquisitely located within blocks of exciting Downtown Palo Alto, pristine parks, top shopping, fine dining, and exceptional schools. Take advantage of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make this absolutely impeccable location into your home.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$2,848
Listed
95 days ago

Home Details for 440 Melville Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2879 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir Conditioning: NoneHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room
Gas & Electric
Gas: PublicUtilities
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFoundation: Raised
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Days on Market

Days on Market: 95

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence,
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 12019021

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $8,200,000Price Per Sqft: $2,848

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: PaloAlto
School Information
Elementary School: AddisonElementaryElementary School District: PaloAltoUnifiedJr High / Middle School: DavidStarrJordanMiddle_1High School District: PaloAltoUnifiedWalk Score: 72

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: ML81952369

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2879

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSell

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: ML81952369
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Xin Jiang 01961451, (650) 283-8379
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML81952369

Price History for 440 Melville Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/10/2024$8,200,000PriceChange
MLSListings Inc #ML81952369
01/24/2024$8,800,000Listed For SaleMLSListings Inc #ML81952369

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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$1,191
Assessment$176,709
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 440 Melville Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.13
Single-Family Home
$4,250,000
12/12/23
4
3
2,386
0.13
Single-Family Home
$4,950,000
05/30/23
4
4
3,280
0.40
Single-Family Home
$7,000,000
06/26/23
4
3
3,128
0.30
Single-Family Home
$4,800,000
05/22/23
4
3
2,697
0.24
Single-Family Home
$5,230,000
03/05/24
4
4
2,660
0.14
Single-Family Home
$7,600,000
04/23/24
6
4
3,964
0.25
Single-Family Home
$3,600,000
10/24/23
3
2
2,114
0.15
Single-Family Home
$5,100,000
10/20/23
4
4
3,987
0.26
Single-Family Home
$4,300,000
02/22/24
4
3
2,461

Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Professorville

  • Carriekx
    "6 minutes walk to Whole Food. 15 minutes walk to University Ave 12 minutes walk to Town and Country. "
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  • Neil B
    "People care and are involved in school, local city issues and in community events. Close proximity to world renowned hospitals and University. Bike friendly and vibrant downtow. "
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  • Peter C.
    "Superbly walkable neighborhood with some of America's best and most livable residential architecture; mature trees, lush vegetation and gardens; never more than 5 to 8 blocks from shopping, resources, amenities, and great restaurants, and parks. All Palo Alto residents enjoy exclusive access to Foothills Park, 1400 acres with redwoods, lakes, fairways, mountains, hikes. Stanford's college town, Palo Alto offers intimate feel and calm in heart of bustling SIlicon Valley, with easy access to entire Bay Area. "
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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Xin Jiang, Compass
Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2024-04-29 03:15:09 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
440 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,879 sqft single-family home built in 1926. 440 Melville Ave is located in Professorville, Palo Alto. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLSListings Inc on Jan 25, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# ML81952369.