For Sale33d on marketHistoric · 89 yrs
1555 Alma St
Palo Alto, CA, 94301 • Old Palo Alto • Santa Clara County
$2,880,000
$2188/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
1,316Sqft
0.13 acLot
1937Built
Property DNA
Mediterranean,Spanish,Traditional Style
Built 1937 · 89 years of history
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio · Deck
Hardwood & Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 33 days ago · 4,353 views · 158 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
158 saves
Buyers have saved this home
33 days on market
Established listing
$2,188/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1937 · Historic
Charming Spanish-style bungalow in sought-after Old Palo Alto offers timeless character, thoughtful updating and exceptional convenience. This split-level home of approx. 1,316sf has 3 bedrooms & 2 baths on a professionally landscaped lot of 5,660sf. Covered porch, classic stucco exterior and terra cotta roof tile introduce the home's warm architectural appeal. The light-filled living room features a large picture window and built-in shelving creating a delightfully inviting living space. The floor plan includes a formal dining room, updated kitchen with quartz counters, Shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a casual dining nook. French doors open to the backyard for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Graceful archways reflect the homes Spanish heritage, while refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, high-efficiency heating, tankless water heater and upgraded 200-amp electrical panel provide modern comfort & efficiency. The landscaped backyard and side yard offer an inviting outdoor space over an expansive lawn. Close to Peers Park and Rinconada Park, Gamble Garden, Town & Country Village, and downtown. Minutes to Stanford U & Caltrain, with easy access to Silicon Valley tech companies. Top-rated PA schools: Walter Hays, Greene & Palo Alto High (buyer to verify).
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights covered porch, casual dining nook, and fresh interior paint as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$18,182/month
Principal & Interest$14,342
Property Tax$2,880
Insurance$960
Down payment20% ($576,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.35% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,304,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1937
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
Parking2 Parking spaces
Lot5,660 sqft
Days on Zillow33 Days
Price/sqft$2,188
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
StyleMediterranean,Spanish,Traditional
Year built1937
Stories2
Systems
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
RoofTile
Water / SewerPublic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingParking Area
FencingWood
Lot5,660 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodOld Palo Alto
ZoningRM2
Annual tax$28,347
Parcel12416086
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Oven/Range
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating
Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Back Yard
Barbecue
Fenced
Parking
Parking Area
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Deck
Lot Features
Mostly Level
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Bedroom
GroundFloorBedroom
Bathroom
ShoweroverTub1SolidSurfaceStallShowerTileUpdatedBaths
Dining Room
FormalDiningRoom
Family Room
Other
Kitchen
_220VoltOutlet
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market33
Est. value$2,834,000
Est. rent$6,611/mo
Tax rate1.19%
Price/sqft$2188
On marketMar 5, 2026
PostedMar 5, 2026
Last sold$2,100,000
MLS updatedMar 29, 2026
Tour days9
Views4,353
Favorites158
How are the schools in Palo Alto?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Palo Alto, CA, 94301
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 5, 2026Listed For Sale$2,880,000$2,188MLSListings Inc
Mar 17, 2021Sold$2,100,000$1,596MLSListings Inc
Feb 6, 2021Listed For Sale$1,898,000$1,442Compass
Oct 9, 2020Sold$1,675,000$1,273Public Record
Aug 26, 2020Sold$1,300,000$988Public Record
Jun 30, 1997Sold$410,000$312Public Record
Listed For Sale$2,880,000
Mar 5, 2026•$2,188/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$2,100,000
Mar 17, 2021•$1,596/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,898,000
Feb 6, 2021•$1,442/sqft•Compass
Sold$1,675,000
Oct 9, 2020•$1,273/sqft•Public Record
Sold$1,300,000
Aug 26, 2020•$988/sqft•Public Record
Sold$410,000
Jun 30, 1997•$312/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$28,347$2,273,106
Apr 7, 2024$27,188$2,228,536
Apr 7, 2023$26,788$2,184,840
Apr 7, 2022$26,478$2,142,000
Apr 7, 2021$25,956$2,100,000
Apr 7, 2020$13,034$1,026,006
Apr 7, 2019$13,034$1,005,889
Apr 7, 2018$12,545$986,167
Apr 7, 2017$12,545$966,831
Apr 7, 2016$12,324$947,875
Apr 7, 2015$11,877$933,638
Apr 7, 2014$11,581$915,350
Apr 7, 2013—$911,214
Apr 7, 2012—$893,348
Apr 7, 2011—$875,833
Apr 7, 2010—$869,289
Apr 7, 2009—$871,355
Apr 7, 2008—$854,271
Apr 7, 2007—$837,522
Apr 7, 2006—$821,100
Apr 7, 2005—$805,000
Apr 7, 2004—$469,662
Apr 7, 2003—$461,056
Apr 7, 2002—$452,016
Apr 7, 2001—$443,154
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Palo Alto, CA • Santa Clara County
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