A sharp contemporary in quiet Midtown location. Midtown is one of Palo Altos' most sought-after neighborhoods for a good reason. It is near Fairmeadow, JLS Middleschool and Mitchell Park Library and Gunn High! Remolded oversized kitchen with amazing big quartz island. cabinets, with generous space to cook, gather, and stay connected from counter to table. Light-filled space incorporates a great room feel throughout main living rooms. With four bedrooms and a flexible layout, the home adapts easily to modern living, whether that means work-from-home space, welcoming guests, or room for a growing family. The backyard and courtyard opens up in a way that feels increasingly rare today. The expansive lot has space to entertain, unwind, play, and enjoy California outdoor living. rear yard features mature landscaping and various fruit trees. Set in the heart of Midtown, everyday life unfolds naturally here, from morning coffee runs and after-school bike rides to dinner with friends nearby. Think about the community, walkability and top-rated schools. Homes with this combination of location, lot size, livability, and lifestyle rarely become available.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
6,215 sq ftLot Size
$2,471Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Yan Tian•DRE #01324234• Bay One Realty
Contact: 408-219-2654
Bought with Mahsa Manavi•DRE #01997684• Coldwell Banker Realty
Est. $7,324 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3492 Murdoch Ct
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82056927
Sep 1, 2026
Sold
$3,880,000
$2,471/sq ft
Sep 1, 2026
Sold
$3,880,000
$2,471/sq ft
Aug 13, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 13, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 7, 2026
Listed
$3,380,000
$2,153/sq ft
Aug 6, 2026
Listed
$3,380,000
$2,153/sq ft
A sharp contemporary in quiet Midtown location. Midtown is one of Palo Altos' most sought-after neighborhoods for a good reason. It is near Fairmeadow, JLS Middleschool and Mitchell Park Library and Gunn High! Remolded oversized kitchen with amazing big quartz island. cabinets, with generous space to cook, gather, and stay connected from counter to table. Light-filled space incorporates a great room feel throughout main living rooms. With four bedrooms and a flexible layout, the home adapts easily to modern living, whether that means work-from-home space, welcoming guests, or room for a growing family. The backyard and courtyard opens up in a way that feels increasingly rare today. The expansive lot has space to entertain, unwind, play, and enjoy California outdoor living. rear yard features mature landscaping and various fruit trees. Set in the heart of Midtown, everyday life unfolds naturally here, from morning coffee runs and after-school bike rides to dinner with friends nearby. Think about the community, walkability and top-rated schools. Homes with this combination of location, lot size, livability, and lifestyle rarely become available.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81023674
Jun 17, 2010
Sold
$1,338,000
$852/sq ft
Jun 17, 2010
Sold
$1,338,000
$852/sq ft
May 20, 2010
Pending
—
May 13, 2010
Listed
$1,098,000
$699/sq ft
May 13, 2010
Listed
$1,098,000
$699/sq ft
+3
Sharp contemporary in quiet Midtown location. Near Fairmeadow, JLS Middleschool and Mitchell Park Library! Gunn High! Come enjoy the oversized cooks kitchen with gas stove, amazing to the eye granite, subzero fridge and more! Lightfilled space incorporates a great room feel through out main living rooms. Quaint courtyard and rear yard features cobble patios and mature landscaping.
Public Records
Aug 19, 1988
Sold
$73,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 19, 1988
Sold
$218,000
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 6, 1980
Sold
$127,900
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,787 (+4.2%)
$880,824 + $880,824
$1,761,648
2024
$20,902 (+1.5%)
$863,553 + $863,553
$1,727,106
2023
$20,594 (+1.2%)
$846,621 + $846,621
$1,693,242
2022
$20,353 (+2.0%)
$830,021 + $830,021
$1,660,042
2021
$19,952 (+2.1%)
$813,747 + $813,747
$1,627,494
2020
$19,546 (+1.1%)
$797,792 + $797,792
$1,595,584
2019
$19,329 (+2.8%)
$789,612 + $789,612
$1,579,224
2018
$18,805 (+1.8%)
$774,130 + $774,130
$1,548,260
2017
$18,475 (+2.7%)
$744,070 + $744,070
$1,488,140
2016
$17,989 (+1.0%)
$744,070 + $744,070
$1,488,140
2015
$17,811 (+2.3%)
$729,481 + $729,481
$1,458,962
2014
$17,419 (+14.2%)
$704,450 + $704,450
$1,408,900
2012
$15,251 (+4.8%)
$701,267 + $701,267
$1,402,534
2011
$14,549 (+138.2%)
$611,000 + $611,000
$1,222,000
2010
$6,108 (+2.6%)
$607,000 + $607,000
$1,214,000
2009
$5,954 (+6.3%)
$283,484 + $186,903
$470,387
2008
$5,599
$278,587 + $183,675
$462,262
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,215 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
1,570
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
13205100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 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
Feb 8, 2019 • Final
Water heater (gas): one gas water heater, not tankless, same number of btus or less, and under 200,000 btus (detached single-family, duplex, single condo/apartment unit, and individual commercial tenant space)
Remove and replace a gas water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Shower Over Tub
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area in Living Room
Kitchen Description: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Island, Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s), Skylight(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: In Garage, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Tar and Gravel
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,570
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 319000
Lot Information
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: Yes
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: Fairmeadow Elementary
Elementary School District: Palo Alto Unified
Middle School: Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
High School: Henry M. Gunn High
High School District: Palo Alto Unified
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,570
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,215 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 13205100
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fairmeadow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Henry M. Gunn High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
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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
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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Historical weather
Palo Alto, CA • 94306
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 29% for direct sun exposure in Palo Alto. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$3.45M – $4.18M
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