Welcome to 1039 Embarcadero Road a beautifully remodeled home in Palo Altos prestigious Green Gables neighborhood, offering modern upgrades and timeless charm. This thoughtfully renovated residence features a brand-new kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, gas range with hood, stainless steel appliances, and a deep stainless steel sink with a premium faucet. The kitchen window overlooks a spacious backyard, blending indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. The bathroom has been fully updated, showcasing a new vanity, sleek tilework with full-wall surround in the shower-over-tub, and new fixtures throughout. Additional updates include new flooring, interior doors, and tasteful woodwork near the front entry, adding warmth and character to the home. Set on a treelined street, this home is ideally located just minutes from Rinconada Park, the Lucie Stern Community Center, Palo Alto Art Center, Childrens Library, and downtown Palo Alto. You'll enjoy quick access to Stanford University, major tech campuses, and excellent commuter routes. Served by the award-winning Palo Alto Unified School District, this home combines location, lifestyle, and top-tier education. Don't miss your chance to own a move-in-ready gem in one of Palo Altos most sought-after neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
6,050 sq ftLot Size
$2,843Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Gary (gang) Liu•DRE #02044861• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 408-569-0363
Bought with RECIP RECIP•DRE #00000000• Out of Area Office
Welcome to 1039 Embarcadero Road a beautifully remodeled home in Palo Altos prestigious Green Gables neighborhood, offering modern upgrades and timeless charm. This thoughtfully renovated residence features a brand-new kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, gas range with hood, stainless steel appliances, and a deep stainless steel sink with a premium faucet. The kitchen window overlooks a spacious backyard, blending indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. The bathroom has been fully updated, showcasing a new vanity, sleek tilework with full-wall surround in the shower-over-tub, and new fixtures throughout. Additional updates include new flooring, interior doors, and tasteful woodwork near the front entry, adding warmth and character to the home. Set on a treelined street, this home is ideally located just minutes from Rinconada Park, the Lucie Stern Community Center, Palo Alto Art Center, Childrens Library, and downtown Palo Alto. You'll enjoy quick access to Stanford University, major tech campuses, and excellent commuter routes. Served by the award-winning Palo Alto Unified School District, this home combines location, lifestyle, and top-tier education. Don't miss your chance to own a move-in-ready gem in one of Palo Altos most sought-after neighborhoods.
MLSListings #ML81958732
May 3, 2024
Sold
$2,610,000
$2,388/sq ft
Apr 7, 2024
Pending
—
Mar 23, 2024
Listed
$2,050,000
$1,876/sq ft
An exceptional find nestled in sought-after Green Gables. This delightful residence boasts an appealing layout and floor plan, brimming with natural light. Relax in the inviting living room, complete with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Step outside to discover a generously-sized and sunlit backyard, perfect for leisure and enjoyment. Ideally situated near the community center, Rinconada Park, and top-rated schools including Duveneck, Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High School. Enjoy seamless access to Stanford University, Town & Country Village, and downtown Palo Alto.
Public Records
Dec 1, 1976
Sold
$62,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,021 (+810.7%)
$2,754,000 + $229,500
$2,983,500
2024
$3,626 (+1.6%)
$2,550,000 + $112,200
$2,662,200
2023
$3,568 (+1.4%)
$122,985 + $99,030
$222,015
2022
$3,518 (+2.0%)
$120,574 + $97,089
$217,663
2021
$3,448 (+1.6%)
$118,210 + $95,186
$213,396
2020
$3,393 (+1.3%)
$115,893 + $93,320
$209,213
2019
$3,351 (+2.2%)
$114,705 + $92,364
$207,069
2018
$3,279 (+1.8%)
$112,456 + $90,553
$203,009
2017
$3,220 (+2.9%)
$108,090 + $87,038
$195,128
2016
$3,129 (+1.2%)
$108,090 + $87,038
$195,128
2015
$3,092 (+5.3%)
$105,971 + $85,332
$191,303
2014
$2,937 (+1.9%)
$102,336 + $82,405
$184,741
2012
$2,881 (+6.0%)
$101,874 + $82,033
$183,907
2011
$2,719
$99,877 + $80,425
$180,302
2010
$2,718 (+4.5%)
$97,919 + $78,849
$176,768
2009
$2,599 (+4.2%)
$97,188 + $78,260
$175,448
2008
$2,495
$95,509 + $76,908
$172,417
Tax history for 1039 Embarcadero Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,021 (+810.7%)
$2,754,000 + $229,500
$2,983,500
2024
$3,626 (+1.6%)
$2,550,000 + $112,200
$2,662,200
2023
$3,568 (+1.4%)
$122,985 + $99,030
$222,015
2022
$3,518 (+2.0%)
$120,574 + $97,089
$217,663
2021
$3,448 (+1.6%)
$118,210 + $95,186
$213,396
2020
$3,393 (+1.3%)
$115,893 + $93,320
$209,213
2019
$3,351 (+2.2%)
$114,705 + $92,364
$207,069
2018
$3,279 (+1.8%)
$112,456 + $90,553
$203,009
2017
$3,220 (+2.9%)
$108,090 + $87,038
$195,128
2016
$3,129 (+1.2%)
$108,090 + $87,038
$195,128
2015
$3,092 (+5.3%)
$105,971 + $85,332
$191,303
2014
$2,937 (+1.9%)
$102,336 + $82,405
$184,741
2012
$2,881 (+6.0%)
$101,874 + $82,033
$183,907
2011
$2,719
$99,877 + $80,425
$180,302
2010
$2,718 (+4.5%)
$97,919 + $78,849
$176,768
2009
$2,599 (+4.2%)
$97,188 + $78,260
$175,448
2008
$2,495
$95,509 + $76,908
$172,417
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,050
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
1,093
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
00342059
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 6, 2025.
R-1
Single Family Residential District
The R-1 single family residential district is intended to create, preserve, and enhance areas suitable for detached dwellings with a strong presence of nature and with open area affording maximum privacy and opportunities for outdoor living and childrens play. Minimum site area requirements are established to create and preserve variety among neighborhoods, to provide adequate open area, and to encourage quality design. Accessory du, junior accessory du and accessory structures or buildings are appropriate. Community uses and facilities, such as churches and schools, should be limited unless no net loss of housing would result.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Mobile home park
May 28, 2025 • Final
Kitchen and/or bath remodel: within existing footprint, non-structural changes are allowed (detached single-family and duplex only)
Perform a kitchen or bathroom remodel for a single-family detached home.
Bathroom
Kitchen
May 1, 2025 • Active
Project - building
Add a new half bathroom to a residential building.
Bathroom
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Detached
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Shower Over Tub, Updated Bath(s)
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Living Room