Centrally located, newly rebuilt Midtown home just finished in March 2017. Approximately 2679 sq. ft. (per plans), including an attached two-car garage, that features 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with 2 en-suite bedrooms, and a lot of 6438 sq. ft. (per county). This timeless modern Craftsman masterpiece boasts an open floor plan with a spacious dining/living room/kitchen combination, numerous fine amenities, outstanding features with contemporary flair. Attention to details and excellent craftsmanship display throughout the home. Gourmet kitchen with premium custom frameless Craftsman style cabinets, designer's Quartz countertops and professional stainless steel appliances. Contemporary Spanish porcelain tiles throughout, wide plank European oak floors. Easy access to Oregon Expressway & 101, and stroll to popular parks, Midtown shopping center, Caltrain, close proximity to top Palo Alto schools: Palo Verde Elementary School, JLS Middle and Palo Alto High.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
6,438 sq ftLot Size
$2,103Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Tsai Law•DRE #01339682• Alain Pinel Realtors
Listed by Kristin Tsai•DRE #01294153• Alain Pinel Realtors
Contact: 650-799-8888
Bought with Matt Leckey•DRE #01344913• KW Advisors
Completely renovated home with a gourmet kitchen, and beautiful finishes throughout. Living room, dining room and kitchen is one open area. All bedrooms are located to the back of the home. Skylight tubes gives this home natural sunlight throughout.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Spacious & light filled bungalow in highly sought after Midtown PA. Walking distance to Midtown Shopping Center. This house has been loved for by this family for over 14 years; now ready to become a new family's special place to call home. Great schools (Palo Verde Elementary (961) & Jane Lathrop Middle (943)). This home has amazing character. Parquet flooring throughout, double paned windows, and a large, newly landscaped backyard. Come see us this weekend you won't be disappointed! Section 1 Clear!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,806 (+4.3%)
$2,640,331 + $1,160,583
$3,800,914
2024
$43,920 (+1.5%)
$2,588,560 + $1,137,827
$3,726,387
2023
$43,276 (+1.2%)
$2,537,804 + $1,115,517
$3,653,321
2022
$42,780 (+2.0%)
$2,488,044 + $1,093,645
$3,581,689
2021
$41,939 (+2.1%)
$2,439,259 + $1,072,201
$3,511,460
2020
$41,065 (+1.1%)
$2,391,431 + $1,051,178
$3,442,609
2019
$40,615 (+2.8%)
$2,366,910 + $1,040,400
$3,407,310
2018
$39,491 (+23.1%)
$2,320,500 + $1,020,000
$3,340,500
2017
$32,088 (+28.8%)
$1,774,800 + $867,117
$2,641,917
2016
$24,917 (+1,213.5%)
$1,774,800 + $867,117
$2,641,917
2015
$1,897 (+7.7%)
$1,435,000 + $615,000
$2,050,000
2014
$1,761 (+1.9%)
$29,947 + $55,388
$85,335
2012
$1,729 (+5.8%)
$29,812 + $55,138
$84,950
2011
$1,634
$29,228 + $54,057
$83,285
2010
$1,632 (+7.0%)
$28,655 + $52,998
$81,653
2009
$1,526 (+3.3%)
$28,441 + $52,602
$81,043
2008
$1,476
$27,950 + $51,694
$79,644
Tax history for 2451 Ross Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,806 (+4.3%)
$2,640,331 + $1,160,583
$3,800,914
2024
$43,920 (+1.5%)
$2,588,560 + $1,137,827
$3,726,387
2023
$43,276 (+1.2%)
$2,537,804 + $1,115,517
$3,653,321
2022
$42,780 (+2.0%)
$2,488,044 + $1,093,645
$3,581,689
2021
$41,939 (+2.1%)
$2,439,259 + $1,072,201
$3,511,460
2020
$41,065 (+1.1%)
$2,391,431 + $1,051,178
$3,442,609
2019
$40,615 (+2.8%)
$2,366,910 + $1,040,400
$3,407,310
2018
$39,491 (+23.1%)
$2,320,500 + $1,020,000
$3,340,500
2017
$32,088 (+28.8%)
$1,774,800 + $867,117
$2,641,917
2016
$24,917 (+1,213.5%)
$1,774,800 + $867,117
$2,641,917
2015
$1,897 (+7.7%)
$1,435,000 + $615,000
$2,050,000
2014
$1,761 (+1.9%)
$29,947 + $55,388
$85,335
2012
$1,729 (+5.8%)
$29,812 + $55,138
$84,950
2011
$1,634
$29,228 + $54,057
$83,285
2010
$1,632 (+7.0%)
$28,655 + $52,998
$81,653
2009
$1,526 (+3.3%)
$28,441 + $52,602
$81,043
2008
$1,476
$27,950 + $51,694
$79,644
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,438 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
2,252
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
12731010
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
Nov 22, 2019 • Final
Project - building
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic array and an energy storage system on a residential building.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Aug 20, 2019 • Active
Revision-building
Install two exterior wall-mounted powerwalls for energy storage.
Battery
Electrical
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.
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star HVAC, Energy Star Lighting, Green/Resource Efficient Features, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Tankless Water Heater, Thermostat Controller, Whole House Fan
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School: Palo Verde Elementary
Elementary School District: Palo Alto Unified
Middle School: Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
High School: Palo Alto High
High School District: Palo Alto Unified
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,252
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,438 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 12731010
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Palo Verde Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Palo Alto High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance 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
4/10 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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Estimated sale price
$4.50M – $5.45M
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