OFF MARKET

Off market may 2016 for $3.4M

$5,021,497

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $23,099/mo

•

1,887

sq ft

446 RUTHVEN Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

About this home

From its signature front porch to its private rear deck and large yard, this California Bungalow offers elegance and refinement. The two-level floor plan presents richly hued millwork, granite and marble finishes, and high ceilings adding appeal. The house includes a media/game area on the basement level, with additional rooms perfect for office, exercise or hobbies. A second suite and detached studio with half bath (not included in the square footage) provide more flexibility for any lifestyle. Kitchen is a culinary delight with abundant, white cabinetry topped with granite slab, large pantry, quality stainless steel appliances including a Jenn-Air gas range with pot filler faucet and custom vent hood, dishwasher, and microwave. With its convenient location a few short blocks from downtown Palo Alto and Stanford Shopping Center, and proximity to commute lanes, this extraordinary home promises miles away tranquility while remaining within easy reach of the best of the Bay Area.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

7,000 sq ftLot Size

$2,661Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Carla Anisman •DRE #00916725 • Compass

Contact: 650-209-1552

Bought with Judy Decker •DRE #01199563 • Compass

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81579753

Redfin Estimate

$5,021,497

$1.6M since sold in May 2016$25K since September

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This home's estimate is 21.1% higher than the average sale price ($4.15M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$3,501,000
A
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B
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C
3 beds3.5 baths3,940 sq ft
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D
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$4,325,000
E
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SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$4,450,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,392 sq ft
1023 Guinda St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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Market trends in 94301, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

105.0%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$4.0M

$552K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 446 RUTHVEN Ave

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81579753

May 13, 2016

Sold

$3,400,000

$1,802/sq ft

Apr 21, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 12, 2016

Listed

$3,295,000

$1,746/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81218174

Jul 11, 2012

Sold

$2,488,000

$1,318/sq ft

Jun 19, 2012

Pending

—

Jun 10, 2012

Pending

—

May 31, 2012

Price Changed

$2,488,000

$1,318/sq ft

May 15, 2012

Listed

$2,688,000

$1,424/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 4, 1998

Sold

$958,000

$508/sq ft

MLSListings #ML89848581

Dec 3, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Oct 26, 1998

Sold

$958,000

$508/sq ft

Oct 15, 1998

Listed

$899,000

$476/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 21, 1996

Sold

$749,000

$397/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 31, 1987

Sold

$318,000

$169/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$49,392 (+4.3%)

$3,803,539 + $301,865

$4,105,404

2024

$47,357 (+1.5%)

$3,728,960 + $295,947

$4,024,907

2023

$46,663 (+1.2%)

$3,655,844 + $290,145

$3,945,989

2022

$46,129 (+2.0%)

$3,584,161 + $284,456

$3,868,617

2021

$45,222 (+2.1%)

$3,513,884 + $278,879

$3,792,763

2020

$44,279 (+1.1%)

$3,444,985 + $273,411

$3,718,396

2019

$43,794 (+2.9%)

$3,409,661 + $270,608

$3,680,269

2018

$42,580 (+1.8%)

$3,342,805 + $265,302

$3,608,107

2017

$41,834 (+34.3%)

$3,213,000 + $255,000

$3,468,000

2016

$31,143 (+1.0%)

$3,213,000 + $255,000

$3,468,000

2015

$30,841 (+2.0%)

$2,276,035 + $312,070

$2,588,105

2014

$30,237 (+74.2%)

$2,197,933 + $301,362

$2,499,295

2012

$17,360 (+6.2%)

$2,188,000 + $300,000

$2,488,000

2011

$16,351

$1,095,427 + $311,088

$1,406,515

2010

$16,353 (+1.6%)

$1,073,949 + $304,989

$1,378,938

2009

$16,093 (+9.6%)

$1,065,923 + $302,710

$1,368,633

2008

$14,683

$1,047,506 + $242,579

$1,290,085

Tax history for 446 RUTHVEN Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$49,392 (+4.3%)

$3,803,539 + $301,865

$4,105,404

2024

$47,357 (+1.5%)

$3,728,960 + $295,947

$4,024,907

2023

$46,663 (+1.2%)

$3,655,844 + $290,145

$3,945,989

2022

$46,129 (+2.0%)

$3,584,161 + $284,456

$3,868,617

2021

$45,222 (+2.1%)

$3,513,884 + $278,879

$3,792,763

2020

$44,279 (+1.1%)

$3,444,985 + $273,411

$3,718,396

2019

$43,794 (+2.9%)

$3,409,661 + $270,608

$3,680,269

2018

$42,580 (+1.8%)

$3,342,805 + $265,302

$3,608,107

2017

$41,834 (+34.3%)

$3,213,000 + $255,000

$3,468,000

2016

$31,143 (+1.0%)

$3,213,000 + $255,000

$3,468,000

2015

$30,841 (+2.0%)

$2,276,035 + $312,070

$2,588,105

2014

$30,237 (+74.2%)

$2,197,933 + $301,362

$2,499,295

2012

$17,360 (+6.2%)

$2,188,000 + $300,000

$2,488,000

2011

$16,351

$1,095,427 + $311,088

$1,406,515

2010

$16,353 (+1.6%)

$1,073,949 + $304,989

$1,378,938

2009

$16,093 (+9.6%)

$1,065,923 + $302,710

$1,368,633

2008

$14,683

$1,047,506 + $242,579

$1,290,085

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1980

Sq. Ft.

1,544

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Clara County

APN

12009046

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.

R-2

Two Family Residential District

The R-2 two-family residence district is intended to allow a second dwelling unit under the same ownership as the initial dwelling unit on appropriate sites in areas designated for single-family use by the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan, under regulations that preserve the essential character of single-family use. Community uses and facilities 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, 2016 • Final

Project - building

Perform a residential reroof using asphalt shingles.

Roofing

Jul 28, 2015 • Final

Project - building

Demolish an existing pool and its associated equipment.

Demolition

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
Carport (Minimum): 1
Parking Description: Carport, On Street

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Marble, Shower and Tub, Skylight, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub

Room Information
Artist Studio, Basement (Finished), Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage, Wine Cellar/Storage
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Family Room, Eat in Kitchen
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Granite), Dishwasher, Dual Fuel, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven Range, Pantry, Refrigerator(s)

Interior Features
Laundry: Hookup (Gas Dryer), Hookup (Washer/Dryer), Tub/Sink, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Tile

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas-Burning, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)

Exterior

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back, Wood
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Dog Run/Kennel, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Sprinkler(s) (Auto), Sprinkler(s) (Lawn), Storage Shed/Structure

Building Information
Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter and Slab

Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Communication: Satellite Dish
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,887

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 133673

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.161
Lot Description: Grade (Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R2

Financial

Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: Yes

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Features: Double Pane Windows
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Public

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1

School Information
Elementary School: Addison Elementary
Elementary School District: Palo Alto Unified
Middle School: David Starr Jordan Middle
High School: Palo Alto High
High School District: Palo Alto Unified

Location Information
Between Waverly and Cowper

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,544
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 12009046

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No

Around this home

Schools

Addison Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

9/10

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

9/10

Palo Alto High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

4/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 19-29% 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

3/10 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

8/10 Air Factor

16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

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$4.77M – $5.78M

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Home values near 446 RUTHVEN Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
459 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2175 Sq. Ft.	—
437 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1464 Sq. Ft.	$3,356,573

Address	Redfin Estimate
432 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto, CA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4097 Sq. Ft.	$6,809,312
426 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| 1612 Sq. Ft.	$2,346,988

Address	Redfin Estimate
465 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto, CA 7 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4416 Sq. Ft.	$6,288,850
470 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2617 Sq. Ft.	$5,415,874

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