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$6,280,000

Est. $42,298/mo —

•

3,460

sq ft

979 Lawrence Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94303

About this home

Modern Architectural Masterpiece in Prestigious Palo Alto. This brand-new home blends sophisticated luxury with an inviting, family-centric soul. ~3,460 sq. ft. of interior living area, complemented by an additional 412 sq. ft. covered porch/patio for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Additional 251 sq. ft. of garage. Soaring high ceilings define the open-concept living, dining, and great room, illuminated by curated RH lighting fixtures that set a tone of timeless elegance. The heart of the home is a chefs dream kitchen, featuring a stunning oversized waterfall stone island, custom cabinetry, and professional-grade integrated appliances (Thermador/Wolf). Every detail is elevated by luxury Brizo faucets throughout the kitchens and all bathrooms, ensuring cohesive, designer-level hardware. The residence offers 5 bedrooms and 5 baths, including a private 1 bed 1 bath JADU. Enjoy year-round precision comfort with a three-zone HVAC systems for independent climate control. Smart-home automated, energy-efficient with Solar panels. Key features include metal roof, wide-plank hardwood floor, security systems, All-Weather sliding door, Marvin windows, white oak entry doors/garage door and much more. A rare lifestyle opportunity moments from world-class tech and top Palo Alto schools.

Single-familyProperty Type

2026Year Built

8,400 sq ftLot Size

$1,815Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Edward Huang •DRE #02236415 • BQ Realty

Listed by Bill Qin •DRE #01879849 • BQ Realty

Listing updated: Sep 29, 2026 at 11:06am

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLSListings #ML82058680

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$42,298 per month

Principal and interest$35,129

Property taxes

$6,542

HOA dues

Home insurance

$628

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Palo Verde Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

10/10

Palo Alto High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi

10/10

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About Midtown Palo

Alto

Midtown Palo Alto, located between El Camino Real and Middlefield Road, is a residential and retail Palo Alto neighborhood with mid-century ranch streetscapes and a low-key, bike-forward rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Midtown Shopping Center at Middlefield Road and Colorado Avenue, where a compact run of cafes, a neighborhood market, and everyday services keeps sidewalks active. Local pillars include Palo Alto Art Center, the Lucie Stern Community Center, and the historic Rinconada Library. Homes mix Eichler-era lines with updated California bungalows, set behind mature street trees and wide setbacks. Greer Park and nearby playing fields add open space for afternoon loops and pickup games. Caltrain at California Avenue and Stanford’s edges sit a short ride away, shaping a practical, connected feel.

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Market insights

979 Lawrence Ln · $6,280,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 15 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 3% above list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $1,850,000. (71% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

16% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
High ceilings
Skylights
Bay window
Walk-in closets
Video/audio system
Fire sprinkler system
Security alarm

Bedrooms
Five bedrooms (one with walk-in closet)

Bathrooms
Five full bathrooms
Marble and stone finishes
Double sinks
Bidet
Dual-flush toilets
Shower and tub configurations, including shower over tub
Updated baths
Skylight in bathroom(s)

Kitchen
Cooktop (electric)
Built-in gas oven/range
Range hood
Dishwasher
Microwave
Freezer
Refrigerator
Pantry
Stone countertops
Island with sink
Wine refrigerator
Garbage disposal
Skylight in kitchen

Laundry & utility
Laundry inside the home

Flooring
Hardwood floors
Tile floors

Heating & cooling
Central forced air heating
Central forced air cooling
Multi-zone cooling

Sale and tax history for 979 Lawrence Ln

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML82058680

Sep 24, 2026

Pending

—

Sep 24, 2026

Pending

—

Sep 22, 2026

Pending

—

Sep 16, 2026

Pending

—

Sep 3, 2026

Listed

$6,280,000

$1,815/sq ft

+11

MLSListings #ML81967286

Jul 1, 2024

Sold

$3,200,000

$925/sq ft

Jun 25, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 19, 2024

Listed

$2,498,888

$722/sq ft

+33

Diamond in the rough on a beautiful cul-de-sac location. Perfect opportunity to renovate, remodel, expand or rebuild your dream home. Deep front and courtyard, large backyard. Spacious living/dining room with floor to ceiling windows and a separate family room/den with closet and a door access to patio and backyard. A 1/2 bath in primary bedroom. Unfinished 3rd bedroom with walk-in closet space & an unfinished breakfast room off kitchen. Easy access to 101 leading to major employment area. Near park, short drive to shopping & dining areas. Top rated Palo Alto schools. An old appraisal report indicates 1716 Sq Ft Dwelling area, garage 440Sq Ft. Buyer to verify Sq Ft, Lot size, permit history and verify your future plan with necessary departments in the City & your contractor. Sell "AS IS". Don't miss the rare opportunity!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$38,577 (+1,340.3%)

$3,162,000 + $105,980

$3,267,980

2024

$2,678 (+1.5%)

$3,100,000 + $100,000

$3,200,000

2023

$2,638 (+1.3%)

$35,986 + $187,893

$223,879

2022

$2,604 (+2.1%)

$35,281 + $184,209

$219,490

2021

$2,550 (+2.2%)

$34,590 + $180,598

$215,188

2020

$2,496 (+28.2%)

$33,912 + $177,057

$210,969

2019

$1,947 (+3.5%)

$33,565 + $175,242

$208,807

2018

$1,882 (+3.9%)

$32,907 + $127,913

$160,820

2017

$1,812 (+33.0%)

$31,630 + $117,937

$149,567

2016

$1,362 (+1.0%)

$31,630 + $117,937

$149,567

2015

$1,348 (+1.6%)

$31,010 + $82,449

$113,459

2014

$1,327 (+1.9%)

$29,947 + $79,621

$109,568

2012

$1,302 (+5.9%)

$29,812 + $79,262

$109,074

2011

$1,230 (−32.3%)

$29,228 + $77,708

$106,936

2010

$1,817 (+49.5%)

$28,655 + $76,185

$104,840

2009

$1,215 (+5.2%)

$28,441 + $75,616

$104,057

2008

$1,155

$27,950 + $74,310

$102,260

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,400 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2026

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,960

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,960

Year built

2026

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Santa Clara County

APN

12754003

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 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.

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Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

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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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Palo Alto, CA • 94303

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Sun exposure

80/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Palo Alto. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Redfin Estimate for 979 Lawrence Ln

$6,397,358

$117K over list price of $6.28M

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76 years older

Rental earnings

Est. $10,230 per month, based on comparable rentals

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