For Sale63d on marketHistoric · 108 yrs
262 Hawthorne Ave
Palo Alto, CA, 94301 • Downtown North • Santa Clara County
$1,880,000
$1816/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
1Baths
1,035Sqft
0.04 acLot
1918Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1918 · 108 years of history
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
Listed 63 days ago · 5,315 views · 103 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
5,315 views
People checking out this listing
103 saves
Buyers have saved this home
63 days on market
Established listing
$1,816/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1918 · Historic
Welcome to 262 Hawthorne Ave, a charming single-family home ideally situated on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Palo Alto. This inviting, move-in-ready residence blends timeless character with fresh modern updates, featuring beautiful hardwood floors, crisp finishes, and abundant natural light throughout. The functional floor plan offers comfortable living and dining spaces perfect for everyday living, relaxing at home, or entertaining guests. The bright kitchen provides ample cabinetry, generous countertop space, and an easy flow into the main living areas. Upstairs, the bedrooms offer a peaceful retreat with great natural light, complemented by an updated bathroom with classic finishes. Enjoy true indoor-outdoor living in the private backyard with a spacious deck, ideal for outdoor dining, weekend gatherings, or simply unwinding under the trees. Unbeatable location near Downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, Caltrain, Stanford Shopping Center, and top local dining, shopping, parks, and commuter routes.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights crisp finishes, bright kitchen, and quiet tree-lined street as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$11,869/month
Principal & Interest$9,362
Property Tax$1,880
Insurance$627
Down payment20% ($376,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.35% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,504,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1918
HeatingForced Air
CoolingOther
Parking1 Carport space
Lot1,870 sqft
Days on Zillow63 Days
Price/sqft$1,816
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
StyleBungalow
Year built1918
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingOther
RoofComposition
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingTandem
FencingBack Yard
Lot1,870 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodDowntown North
ZoningRM4
Annual tax$3,132
Parcel12025158
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher
Exhaust Fan
Gas Oven
Gas Oven/Range
Refrigerator
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Other
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Back Yard
Parking
Tandem
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bathroom
ShowerandTubTile
Dining Room
DiningArea
Family Room
SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
ExhaustFan
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market63
Est. value$1,946,800
Est. rent$6,467/mo
Tax rate1.19%
Price/sqft$1816
On marketFeb 2, 2026
PostedFeb 3, 2026
MLS updatedMar 14, 2026
Tour days9
Views5,315
Favorites103
How are the schools in Palo Alto?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Palo Alto, CA, 94301
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 16, 2026Listed For Sale$1,880,000$1,816MLSListings Inc
Feb 11, 2026Contingent$1,880,000$1,816MLSListings Inc
Feb 3, 2026Listed For Sale$1,880,000$1,816MLSListings Inc
May 2, 2018Listing Removed$5,150$5LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Apr 25, 2018Listed For Rent$5,150$5LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Mar 16, 2016Listing Removed$5,150$5LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Feb 22, 2016Listed For Rent$5,150$5LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Listed For Sale$1,880,000
Feb 16, 2026•$1,816/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Contingent$1,880,000
Feb 11, 2026•$1,816/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,880,000
Feb 3, 2026•$1,816/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listing Removed$5,150
May 2, 2018•$5/sqft•LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Listed For Rent$5,150
Apr 25, 2018•$5/sqft•LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Listing Removed$5,150
Mar 16, 2016•$5/sqft•LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Listed For Rent$5,150
Feb 22, 2016•$5/sqft•LeVett Properties Palo Alto
Tax history
11 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$3,132$174,221
Apr 7, 2024$3,024$170,806
Apr 7, 2023$2,976$167,458
Apr 7, 2022$2,932$164,175
Apr 7, 2021$2,873$160,957
Apr 7, 2020$2,831$159,308
Apr 7, 2019$2,831$156,185
Apr 7, 2018$2,738$153,124
Apr 7, 2017$2,738$150,122
Apr 7, 2016$2,689$147,179
Apr 7, 2015—$144,969
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Palo Alto, CA • Santa Clara County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby zip codes
94022940289430194302943039430494306
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