Enter from the lush garden courtyard into this updated mid century modern gem located in the highly desirable Palo Verde neighborhood of Palo Alto. Lovingly updated with the highest quality materials and workmanship yet staying true to its mid century modern roots. Open concept floor plan with an abundance of light. Updated kitchen features natural cherry cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a brand new Bosch dishwasher, breakfast bar, and walk in pantry. Remodeled bathroom with a double trough sink and designer tile. New doors, windows, and roof. Freshly painted inside and out. The private backyard with a large deck is perfect for quiet solitude, impromptu al fresco dining, as well as large parties. Walking/biking to award winning Palo Alto schools. Walking distance to the Eichler Swim and Tennis Club, Ramos Park, and the YMCA. Close to all tech companies and easy access to commuter routes. Great lot for future expansion or rebuild.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
7,374 sq ftLot Size
$2,607Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Suneeta Chilukuri•DRE #01963120• Alain Pinel Realtors
Contact: 650-787-4498
Bought with Lan L. Bowling•DRE #01248958• Keller Williams Palo Alto
Enter from the lush garden courtyard into this updated mid century modern gem located in the highly desirable Palo Verde neighborhood of Palo Alto. Lovingly updated with the highest quality materials and workmanship yet staying true to its mid century modern roots. Open concept floor plan with an abundance of light. Updated kitchen features natural cherry cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a brand new Bosch dishwasher, breakfast bar, and walk in pantry. Remodeled bathroom with a double trough sink and designer tile. New doors, windows, and roof. Freshly painted inside and out. The private backyard with a large deck is perfect for quiet solitude, impromptu al fresco dining, as well as large parties. Walking/biking to award winning Palo Alto schools. Walking distance to the Eichler Swim and Tennis Club, Ramos Park, and the YMCA. Close to all tech companies and easy access to commuter routes. Great lot for future expansion or rebuild.
Public Records
Aug 28, 2002
Sold
$757,500
$536/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80232125
Aug 28, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Jul 18, 2002
Sold
$757,500
$536/sq ft
Jun 24, 2002
Listed
$749,000
$530/sq ft
TOP PALO ALTO SCHOOLS! CLOSE TO PARK, SCHOOLS, SHOPPING & COMMUTE! UPDATED & WELL MAINTAINED MACKAY HOME WITH NICE LANDSCAPING! GREAT FLOOR PLAN FOR FAMILY LIVING & ENTERTAINING! HARDWOOD FLOOR, NICE WALL PAPERS! OPEN KITCHEN WITH
Public Records
Jul 16, 1999
Sold
$635,000
$450/sq ft
MLSListings #ML89926438
Jul 20, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Jun 28, 1999
Sold
$635,000
$450/sq ft
Jun 15, 1999
Listed
$599,000
$424/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$32,138 (−2.4%)
$3,015,246 + $332,671
$3,347,917
2023
$32,928 (−10.3%)
$2,508,000 + $142,000
$2,650,000
2022
$36,717 (+18.4%)
$2,560,000 + $145,000
$2,705,000
2021
$31,016 (+2.1%)
$2,841,335 + $160,829
$3,002,164
2020
$30,385 (−12.8%)
$2,375,000 + $150,000
$2,525,000
2019
$34,861 (+183.8%)
$2,757,060 + $156,060
$2,913,120
2018
$12,283 (+1.8%)
$2,703,000 + $153,000
$2,856,000
2017
$12,067 (+2.7%)
$472,462 + $472,527
$944,989
2016
$11,747 (+1.0%)
$472,462 + $472,527
$944,989
2015
$11,628 (+3.3%)
$463,199 + $463,262
$926,461
2014
$11,254 (+2.1%)
$447,305 + $447,366
$894,671
2012
$11,026 (+6.2%)
$445,284 + $445,345
$890,629
2011
$10,387
$436,553 + $436,613
$873,166
2010
$10,388 (+1.8%)
$427,994 + $428,052
$856,046
2009
$10,205 (+4.5%)
$424,796 + $424,853
$849,649
2008
$9,765
$417,457 + $417,513
$834,970
Tax history for 3642 Louis Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$32,138 (−2.4%)
$3,015,246 + $332,671
$3,347,917
2023
$32,928 (−10.3%)
$2,508,000 + $142,000
$2,650,000
2022
$36,717 (+18.4%)
$2,560,000 + $145,000
$2,705,000
2021
$31,016 (+2.1%)
$2,841,335 + $160,829
$3,002,164
2020
$30,385 (−12.8%)
$2,375,000 + $150,000
$2,525,000
2019
$34,861 (+183.8%)
$2,757,060 + $156,060
$2,913,120
2018
$12,283 (+1.8%)
$2,703,000 + $153,000
$2,856,000
2017
$12,067 (+2.7%)
$472,462 + $472,527
$944,989
2016
$11,747 (+1.0%)
$472,462 + $472,527
$944,989
2015
$11,628 (+3.3%)
$463,199 + $463,262
$926,461
2014
$11,254 (+2.1%)
$447,305 + $447,366
$894,671
2012
$11,026 (+6.2%)
$445,284 + $445,345
$890,629
2011
$10,387
$436,553 + $436,613
$873,166
2010
$10,388 (+1.8%)
$427,994 + $428,052
$856,046
2009
$10,205 (+4.5%)
$424,796 + $424,853
$849,649
2008
$9,765
$417,457 + $417,513
$834,970
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,070 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,412
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
12711044
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
R-1 (8000)
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 13, 2025 • Active
Project - building
Convert the front porch and a portion of the garage into living space. Modify the remaining garage area into a single-car garage and install a new air conditioning unit.
Addition
Remodel
Mar 21, 2025 • Final
Project - building
Construct a new attached accessory dwelling unit.
ADU
New construction
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): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Shower and Tub, Tile, Updated Bath(s)
Room Information
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area