This charming property boasts classic California flair on a large corner lot. Beyond the striking front yard and entry, this home opens onto a sun-drenched living room marked by floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in shelving, and a fireplace. The bright kitchen displays new appliances, ample cabinetry, and new quartz countertops. Vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the home. Four bedrooms and three full baths offer space for the entire family. Situated on "Bike Boulevard" in desirable Midtown Palo Alto, this location is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and Bay Area commuters alike. Enjoy easy access to Highways 101 and 280 in 15 minutes by car. Reach major businesses including Google, Facebook, and Tesla in about 10 minutes. Excellent Palo Alto schools and local hotspots like charming downtown Palo Alto make this neighborhood hard to beat. Nearby shopping includes Whole Foods, Safeway, Trader Joe's, CVS, and more within a 10-minute drive.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,631 (+4.3%)
$3,025,180 + $165,611
$3,190,791
2024
$36,064 (+1.5%)
$2,965,863 + $162,364
$3,128,227
2023
$35,538 (+1.1%)
$2,907,709 + $159,181
$3,066,890
2022
$35,135 (+1,631.7%)
$2,850,696 + $156,060
$3,006,756
2021
$2,029 (+6.5%)
$2,794,800 + $153,000
$2,947,800
2020
$1,905 (+1.1%)
$59,949 + $100,294
$160,243
2019
$1,884 (+2.1%)
$59,335 + $99,266
$158,601
2018
$1,844 (+1.9%)
$58,172 + $97,320
$155,492
2017
$1,811 (+3.5%)
$55,914 + $93,542
$149,456
2016
$1,750 (+1.0%)
$55,914 + $93,542
$149,456
2015
$1,732 (+1.6%)
$54,818 + $91,708
$146,526
2014
$1,705 (+2.0%)
$52,938 + $88,562
$141,500
2012
$1,672 (+0.9%)
$52,699 + $88,162
$140,861
2011
$1,658 (+5.1%)
$51,666 + $86,434
$138,100
2010
$1,577 (+1.0%)
$50,653 + $84,740
$135,393
2009
$1,560 (+5.3%)
$50,275 + $84,107
$134,382
2008
$1,482
$49,407 + $82,654
$132,061
Tax history for 2890 Ross Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,631 (+4.3%)
$3,025,180 + $165,611
$3,190,791
2024
$36,064 (+1.5%)
$2,965,863 + $162,364
$3,128,227
2023
$35,538 (+1.1%)
$2,907,709 + $159,181
$3,066,890
2022
$35,135 (+1,631.7%)
$2,850,696 + $156,060
$3,006,756
2021
$2,029 (+6.5%)
$2,794,800 + $153,000
$2,947,800
2020
$1,905 (+1.1%)
$59,949 + $100,294
$160,243
2019
$1,884 (+2.1%)
$59,335 + $99,266
$158,601
2018
$1,844 (+1.9%)
$58,172 + $97,320
$155,492
2017
$1,811 (+3.5%)
$55,914 + $93,542
$149,456
2016
$1,750 (+1.0%)
$55,914 + $93,542
$149,456
2015
$1,732 (+1.6%)
$54,818 + $91,708
$146,526
2014
$1,705 (+2.0%)
$52,938 + $88,562
$141,500
2012
$1,672 (+0.9%)
$52,699 + $88,162
$140,861
2011
$1,658 (+5.1%)
$51,666 + $86,434
$138,100
2010
$1,577 (+1.0%)
$50,653 + $84,740
$135,393
2009
$1,560 (+5.3%)
$50,275 + $84,107
$134,382
2008
$1,482
$49,407 + $82,654
$132,061
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,064 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
1,484
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
12735001
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 18, 2020 • Final
Project - building
Replace the residential sewer line using a trenchless method. Install a new cleanout and backflow preventer.
Plumbing
Feb 28, 2011 • Active
Project - building
Install a new class A tar and gravel roof on a residential building.
Roofing
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): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Wall Furnace
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Tar and Gravel
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,484
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 658656
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.2063
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Palo Alto Unified
High School District: Palo Alto Unified
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,484
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,064 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1958
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 12735001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
El Carmelo Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
Palo Alto High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 37-49% 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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Sun exposure
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.
11.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$3.73M – $4.52M
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