Off Market May 2021 for $3.7M

$4,562,134

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $22,137/mo

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2,066

sq ft

859 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303

About this home

Gorgeous home with exceptional design for modern living in the family-friendly Palo Verde neighborhood! Situated on a quiet street, style and function abound in this meticulously designed home with unique features. Living room overlooking the newly landscaped yard. Family room/dining room/kitchen open-concept space for gathering and entertaining. Experience pure culinary joy in the fabulous chefs kitchen with an island ideal for prepping food, custom cabinets specially designed with extensive interior storage features and high-end stainless steel appliances. Front bedroom with built-in desks and shelving perfect to work and learn from home. Natural oak wood floors, tiles and recessed lighting throughout. Bright bedrooms with stylish bathrooms. Functional closet designs. Walk to parks and Midtown. Easy access to Stanford, 101 and commuter routes. Award-winning Palo Alto Schools - Palo Verde Elementary, JLS Middle, Gunn High (buyer to verify eligibility). Welcome home!

Single-familyProperty Type

2006Year Built

6,991 sq ftLot Size

$2,208Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Annie Watson •DRE #01964881 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Contact: 650-862-5506

Bought with DeLeon DeLeon Team •DRE #70010006 • Deleon Realty

Redfin checked: 14 minutes ago

•Source:MLSListings #ML81836343

Redfin Estimate

$4,562,134

$852K since sold in May 2021$73K since August

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B
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C
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D
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E
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Market trends in 94303, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

104.4%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$239K MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

6 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Sale history for 859 Rorke Way

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81836343

May 11, 2021

Sold

$3,710,000

$1,796/sq ft

Apr 9, 2021

Pending

—

Mar 29, 2021

Listed

$3,388,000

$1,640/sq ft

MLSListings #ML81655888

Jul 18, 2017

Sold

$2,820,000

$1,365/sq ft

Jul 18, 2017

Sold

$2,820,000

$1,365/sq ft

Jun 24, 2017

Pending

—

Jun 14, 2017

Listed

$2,488,000

$1,204/sq ft

Jun 14, 2017

Listed

$2,488,000

$1,204/sq ft

+19

Updates Reveal Luxurious Style. Elegantly designed and centrally located, this gorgeous home of over 2,000 sq. ft. (per county) enjoys 4 bedrooms, which include a flexible office, and 2 baths on a corner lot of nearly 7,000 sq. ft. (per plans). Modern sophistication is showcased in a gourmet kitchen, plantation shutters, and dimmable lighting, while extensive windows usher in abundant natural light. Easily bike to Seale and Ramos Parks, while Interstate 101 and Midtown Shopping Center are easily accessible. Within strolling distance are the YMCA and Palo Verde Elementary (API 961), and other top schools like JLS Middle (API 943) and Gunn High (API 917) are nearby (buyer to verify eligibility).

MLSListings #ML80406632

Aug 3, 2004

Sold

$875,000

$424/sq ft

Jun 30, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Jun 23, 2004

Listed

$868,000

$420/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80002736

Feb 29, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Feb 9, 2000

Sold

$786,000

$380/sq ft

Jan 26, 2000

Listed

$599,000

$290/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 7, 1997

Sold

$450,000

$218/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 30, 1988

Sold

$335,000

$162/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$49,199 (+4.3%)

$3,036,221 + $1,059,916

$4,096,137

2024

$47,170 (+1.5%)

$2,976,688 + $1,039,134

$4,015,822

2023

$46,478 (+1.2%)

$2,918,322 + $1,018,759

$3,937,081

2022

$45,944 (+26.8%)

$2,861,100 + $998,784

$3,859,884

2021

$36,245 (+2.1%)

$2,805,000 + $979,200

$3,784,200

2020

$35,493 (+1.1%)

$2,522,828 + $441,494

$2,964,322

2019

$35,103 (+2.8%)

$2,496,960 + $436,968

$2,933,928

2018

$34,134 (+65.8%)

$2,448,000 + $428,400

$2,876,400

2017

$20,589 (+2.7%)

$1,050,913 + $623,379

$1,674,292

2016

$20,047 (+1.0%)

$1,050,913 + $623,379

$1,674,292

2015

$19,848 (+2.2%)

$1,030,307 + $611,156

$1,641,463

2014

$19,422 (+2.1%)

$994,952 + $590,185

$1,585,137

2012

$19,028 (+6.2%)

$990,456 + $587,518

$1,577,974

2011

$17,923 (+11.1%)

$971,036 + $575,999

$1,547,035

2010

$16,139 (−8.6%)

$951,997 + $564,705

$1,516,702

2009

$17,648 (+5.3%)

$847,400 + $502,600

$1,350,000

2008

$16,761

$928,557 + $550,800

$1,479,357

Tax history for 859 Rorke Way

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$49,199 (+4.3%)

$3,036,221 + $1,059,916

$4,096,137

2024

$47,170 (+1.5%)

$2,976,688 + $1,039,134

$4,015,822

2023

$46,478 (+1.2%)

$2,918,322 + $1,018,759

$3,937,081

2022

$45,944 (+26.8%)

$2,861,100 + $998,784

$3,859,884

2021

$36,245 (+2.1%)

$2,805,000 + $979,200

$3,784,200

2020

$35,493 (+1.1%)

$2,522,828 + $441,494

$2,964,322

2019

$35,103 (+2.8%)

$2,496,960 + $436,968

$2,933,928

2018

$34,134 (+65.8%)

$2,448,000 + $428,400

$2,876,400

2017

$20,589 (+2.7%)

$1,050,913 + $623,379

$1,674,292

2016

$20,047 (+1.0%)

$1,050,913 + $623,379

$1,674,292

2015

$19,848 (+2.2%)

$1,030,307 + $611,156

$1,641,463

2014

$19,422 (+2.1%)

$994,952 + $590,185

$1,585,137

2012

$19,028 (+6.2%)

$990,456 + $587,518

$1,577,974

2011

$17,923 (+11.1%)

$971,036 + $575,999

$1,547,035

2010

$16,139 (−8.6%)

$951,997 + $564,705

$1,516,702

2009

$17,648 (+5.3%)

$847,400 + $502,600

$1,350,000

2008

$16,761

$928,557 + $550,800

$1,479,357

*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

6,991 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

2,066

Year built

2006

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Clara County

APN

12746030

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.

R-1 (7000)

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

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Granite, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Shower Over Tub

Room Information
Formal Entry, Laundry Room
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Family Room
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Granite), Dishwasher, Island, Microwave, Oven (Built-In), Oven (Double), Oven (Electric), Refrigerator(s), Skylight(s), Wine Refrigerator

Interior Features
Laundry: Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)

Exterior

Exterior Features
Fencing: Wood
Roof: Composition

Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter and Slab

Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,066
Security Features: Security Alarm

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 246672

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.1605
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R1B7

Financial

Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: Yes

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public), Sewer Connected
Utilities: Public Utilities

Water Information
Water: Public

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1

School Information
Elementary School: Palo Verde 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

Location Information
Middlefield Road to Ames Avenue to Rorke Way

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,066
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,991 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 12746030

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes

Around this home

Schools

Palo Verde Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

8/10

Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Henry M. Gunn High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ 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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Historical weather

Palo Alto, CA • 94303

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$4.34M – $5.25M

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Home values near 859 Rorke Way

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
866 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1763 Sq. Ft.	$4,252,252
875 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1769 Sq. Ft.	$3,953,014

Address	Redfin Estimate
838 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1623 Sq. Ft.	$3,564,313
854 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2099 Sq. Ft.	$3,849,954

Address	Redfin Estimate
855 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1668 Sq. Ft.	$3,576,227
819 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$3,368,918

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