For Sale20d on marketHistoric · 105 yrs
738-740 Webster St
Palo Alto, CA, 94301 • Old Palo Alto • Santa Clara County
$3,788,000
$1382/sqft
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
4Baths
2,740Sqft
0.11 acLot
1921Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1921 · 105 years of history
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio
Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 20 days ago · 6,825 views · 223 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
20 days on market
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$1,382/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1921 · Historic
Perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, this light-filled duplex offers the ultimate in convenience just blocks from University Avenue's renowned shopping and dining, with easy access to Caltrain and close proximity to Stanford University. The property features two beautifully updated units, one with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an office, and the other with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, creating an exceptional opportunity for rental income, multi-generational living, or a live-in investment. Both residences are thoughtfully designed with fireplaces, spacious living and dining areas, kitchens equipped with a full suite of brand-new appliances, in-unit laundry, and private outdoor areas. An ideal blend of location, versatility, and modern comfort in one of Palo Alto's most sought-after settings.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights light-filled duplex, two beautifully updated units, and private outdoor areas as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$23,915/month
Principal & Interest$18,864
Property Tax$3,788
Insurance$1,263
Down payment20% ($757,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.35% rate · 30yr fixed · $3,030,400 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1921
HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace, Individual Room Controls
CoolingNone
Parking2 Carport spaces
Lot5,000 sqft
Days on Zillow20 Days
Price/sqft$1,382
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year built1921
Stories3
Systems
HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s), Floor Furnace, Individual Room Controls
CoolingNone
RoofComposition, Flat, TarGravel
Water / SewerPublic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingCarport, No Garage, On Street, Parking Restrictions
BasementUnfinished
Fireplaces2
FencingOther
Lot5,000 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodOld Palo Alto
ZoningRM3
Parcel12004071
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Dishwasher
Exhaust Fan
Disposal
Microwave
Self Cleaning Oven
Gas Oven/Range
Refrigerator
Dryer
Washer
Flooring
Tile
Wood
Heating
Baseboard
Electric
Fireplace(s)
Floor Furnace
Individual Room Controls
Cooling
None
Laundry
Inside
Fireplace
Living Room
Wood Burning
Exterior Features
Parking
Carport
No Garage
On Street
Parking Restrictions
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Lot Features
Level
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Bedroom
BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
StallShower2plusTileFullonGroundFloor
Dining Room
DiningAreainLivingRoomEatinKitchen
Family Room
NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
Countertop_OtherExhaustFan
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market20
Tax rate1.19%
Price/sqft$1382
On marketMar 18, 2026
PostedMar 18, 2026
MLS updatedMar 27, 2026
Tour days9
Views6,825
Favorites223
How are the schools in Palo Alto?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Palo Alto, CA, 94301
Price history
1 event
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 18, 2026Listed For Sale$3,788,000$1,382MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$3,788,000
Mar 18, 2026•$1,382/sqft•MLSListings Inc
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Local context around this listing
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