OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2015 for $2.8M

$4,463,472

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $18,430/mo

•

2,520

sq ft

1540 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301

About this home

Gracious home promotes outdoor living. 4 bed, 3.5 bath home of 2,520 sq. ft. (per county) includes additional lower level of 999 sq. ft. (per plans) and lot of 5,625 sq. ft. (per city) Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, dual-pane windows, 2-car garage. Custom lighting and updated fixtures throughout. Gorgeous private terrace with fruit trees, plus 500 sq. ft. upstairs patio. Island kitchen with stainless-steel appliances. Walking distance to Rinconada Park, Walter Hays Elementary.

Single-familyProperty Type

1989Year Built

5,625 sq ftLot Size

$1,771Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by DeLeon Team •DRE #70010006 • Deleon Realty

Contact: 650-488-7325

Bought with Jennifer Liske •DRE #01847627 • Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81500679

Redfin Estimate

$4,463,472

$1.6M since sold in September 2015$19K since August

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This home's estimate is 25.7% lower than the average sale price ($6.01M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$6,925,000
A
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SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$5,565,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,030 sq ft
1427 Byron St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$6,711,000
C
4 beds5.5 baths2,508 sq ft
1211 Fulton St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$7,250,225
D
4 beds3.5 baths2,781 sq ft
225 Coleridge Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
SOLD FEB 24, 2026
$5,180,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,374 sq ft
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SOLD MAR 27, 2026
$4,400,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,641 sq ft
129 Lowell Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Market trends in 94301, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

104.6%

+0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$4.5M

$299K MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 1540 Middlefield Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81500679

Sep 4, 2015

Sold

$2,855,000

$1,133/sq ft

Aug 28, 2015

Pending

—

Aug 19, 2015

Listed

$2,298,000

$912/sq ft

Public Records

May 11, 2006

Sold

$1,550,000

$615/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80618756

May 11, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Apr 11, 2006

Sold

$1,550,000

$615/sq ft

Apr 4, 2006

Listed

$1,495,000

$593/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 1, 1977

Sold

$99,500

$39/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$41,557 (+4.3%)

$3,205,840 + $241,491

$3,447,331

2024

$39,847 (+1.5%)

$3,142,981 + $236,756

$3,379,737

2023

$39,261 (+1.2%)

$3,081,354 + $232,114

$3,313,468

2022

$38,809 (+2.0%)

$3,020,936 + $227,563

$3,248,499

2021

$38,044 (+2.1%)

$2,961,702 + $223,101

$3,184,803

2020

$37,252 (+1.1%)

$2,903,630 + $218,727

$3,122,357

2019

$36,842 (+2.8%)

$2,873,857 + $216,485

$3,090,342

2018

$35,822 (+1.8%)

$2,817,507 + $212,241

$3,029,748

2017

$35,193 (+2.7%)

$2,708,100 + $204,000

$2,912,100

2016

$34,272 (+58.9%)

$2,708,100 + $204,000

$2,912,100

2015

$21,565 (+2.2%)

$2,655,000 + $200,000

$2,855,000

2014

$21,111 (+2.1%)

$1,114,793 + $613,135

$1,727,928

2012

$20,683 (+10.5%)

$1,109,755 + $610,364

$1,720,119

2011

$18,713 (−4.0%)

$1,087,996 + $598,397

$1,686,393

2010

$19,484 (+1.5%)

$1,023,000 + $563,000

$1,586,000

2009

$19,191 (+5.3%)

$1,058,692 + $582,280

$1,640,972

2008

$18,223

$1,040,400 + $572,220

$1,612,620

Tax history for 1540 Middlefield Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$41,557 (+4.3%)

$3,205,840 + $241,491

$3,447,331

2024

$39,847 (+1.5%)

$3,142,981 + $236,756

$3,379,737

2023

$39,261 (+1.2%)

$3,081,354 + $232,114

$3,313,468

2022

$38,809 (+2.0%)

$3,020,936 + $227,563

$3,248,499

2021

$38,044 (+2.1%)

$2,961,702 + $223,101

$3,184,803

2020

$37,252 (+1.1%)

$2,903,630 + $218,727

$3,122,357

2019

$36,842 (+2.8%)

$2,873,857 + $216,485

$3,090,342

2018

$35,822 (+1.8%)

$2,817,507 + $212,241

$3,029,748

2017

$35,193 (+2.7%)

$2,708,100 + $204,000

$2,912,100

2016

$34,272 (+58.9%)

$2,708,100 + $204,000

$2,912,100

2015

$21,565 (+2.2%)

$2,655,000 + $200,000

$2,855,000

2014

$21,111 (+2.1%)

$1,114,793 + $613,135

$1,727,928

2012

$20,683 (+10.5%)

$1,109,755 + $610,364

$1,720,119

2011

$18,713 (−4.0%)

$1,087,996 + $598,397

$1,686,393

2010

$19,484 (+1.5%)

$1,023,000 + $563,000

$1,586,000

2009

$19,191 (+5.3%)

$1,058,692 + $582,280

$1,640,972

2008

$18,223

$1,040,400 + $572,220

$1,612,620

*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

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,600 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1989

Sq. Ft.

2,520

Year built

1989

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Clara County

APN

12008020

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.

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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Guest/Visitor Parking, On Street
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Dual Flush Toilet, Marble, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tub w/Jets

Room Information
Attic, Basement (Finished), Den/Study/Office, Laundry Room, Media/Home Theatre, Storage, Wine Cellar/Storage
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Solid Surface/ Corian), Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island with Sink, Microwave, Oven (Built-In), Oven (Double), Oven (Electric), Refrigerator(s), Trash Compactor, Warming Drawer

Interior Features
Laundry: Hookup (Electric), Hookup (Washer/Dryer), Tub/Sink
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Tile

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas Starter, Ornamental Only, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas), Heating (2+ Zones)

Exterior

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Gate, Mixed Height/Type, Wood
Roof: Composition, Shake, Other (See Remarks)
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Barbecue Area, Fenced, Sprinkler(s) (Auto)

Building Information
Style: Traditional
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter

Property Features
Amenities: Floor Drain, Video/Audio System, Walk-In Closet
Communication: Cable TV
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,520
Security Features: Security Service

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 150629

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.133
Lot Description: Grade (Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R1

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Features: Attic Fan, Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Low Flow Toilet, Thermostat Controller
Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected, Sump Pump
Utilities: Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Public

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2

School Information
Elementary School: Walter Hays Elementary
Elementary School District: Palo Alto Unified
Middle School: David Starr Jordan Middle
High School: Palo Alto High
High School District: Palo Alto Unified

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,520
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,600 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 12008020

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Walter Hays Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

9/10

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Palo Alto High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 90° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

7/10 Air Factor

13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$4.24M – $5.13M

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Home values near 1540 Middlefield Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1460 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1982 Sq. Ft.	$4,232,529
1450 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1350 Sq. Ft.	$2,902,522

Address	Redfin Estimate
1550 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2827 Sq. Ft.	$4,844,814
1530 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1691 Sq. Ft.	$3,854,567

Address	Redfin Estimate
1500 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2522 Sq. Ft.	$4,161,713
1520 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$2,963,045

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