4160 Old Trace Rd is a 2,750 square foot house on a 1.01 acre lot with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. - it last sold on July 07, 1989 for $824,500. Based on Redfin's Palo Alto data, we estimate the home's value is $5,280,053.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
1.01 acresLot Size
$1,920Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$5,280,053
$4.5M since sold in July 1989$177K since September
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This home's estimate is 1.9% higher than the average sale price ($5.18M) of 6 comparable homes.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
RE
Residential Estate District
The RE residential estate district is intended to create and maintain single-family living areas characterized by compatibility with the natural terrain and native vegetation. The RE district provides locations for residential, limited agricultural, and open space activities most suitably located in areas of very low density or rural qualities. Accessory dwelling unit(s) and accessory structures or buildings are appropriate where consistent with the site and neighborhood character. Community uses and facilities should be limited unless no net loss of housing units would result.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Mobile home park
Jan 19, 2023 • Final
Project - building
Remodel two bathrooms and a kitchen with direct replacement of fixtures. Replace the water heater.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
Water heater
Jan 5, 2023 • Final
Project - building
Install new electric heat pump systems.
HVAC
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
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Raised W/Crawlspace
Building Style Type: H-Shape
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Good
Exterior Wall: Wood
Roof Framing Type: Wood
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,750
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,600
Building Sq. Ft: 2,750
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: LOT 2
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 506
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 43,937
Legal Lot Number: 2
Municipality Name: PALO ALTO CITY
Acres: 1.0087
Zoning Code: RE
County Use Description: RESID SINGLE FAMILY
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Bay Front
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax Area: PALO ALTO CITY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,750
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 17520089
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Ellen Fletcher Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Henry M. Gunn High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 13 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
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In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$5.02M – $6.07M
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