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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,010 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 16 hours ago
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Discover the incredible potential of this charming single-level home in the heart of East Palo Alto! Offering endless possibilities to renovate, reimagine, and create your dream home, this property presents an exciting opportunity for homeowners, investors, and contractors alike. The convenient single-story layout provides a wonderful foundation for modern updates and personalized touches. Ideally located near IKEA, the Ravenswood 101 Shopping Center, Home Depot, Target, and a variety of shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Enjoy easy access to Highway 101, the Dumbarton Bridge, downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, and Silicon Valley, including Meta's headquarters in nearby Menlo Park. With its desirable Peninsula location and proximity to major tech hubs, this property offers both convenience and tremendous potential. Bring your vision and creativity to transform this home into something truly special! Property is being sold as-is in its present condition.

Full Property Details for 2531 Illinois St

General

  • Price: $899,900
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: San_Francisco
  • MLS ID: 426169840
  • Updated: 10/13/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Raised Hearth
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave
  • Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Granite Counters
  • Laundry: Hookups Only, Hookups Only

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Inside Entrance, Side by Side, On Site (Single Family Only)

Location

  • Area: East of US 101 East Palo Alto
  • County: San Mateo
  • Cross Streets: Michigan Ave
  • Driving Directions: Please follow the GPS.

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 1,010
  • Living Area: 1,010 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1952

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1377
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,000
  • Lot Features: Shape Regular
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned
  • Bank-owned: Yes
  • APN: 63088100

Listed by SkyGroup Realty Inc., Anh H Pham

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  • Anh H Pham

    SkyGroup Realty Inc.

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Schools serving 2531 Illinois St

School Districts:Ravenswood City Elementary School District, Sequoia Union High School District
NameGradesDistance
Costano Elementary School
2695 Fordham Street, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
K-50.3 mi
Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy
2033 Pulgas Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
K-50.9 mi
Belle Haven Elementary School
415 Ivy Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025
K-51.4 mi
Ravenswood Comprehensive Middle
2450 Ralmar Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
6-80.6 mi
Menlo-Atherton High School
555 Midfield Rd., Atherton, CA 94025
9-122.3 mi
Woodside High School
199 Churchill Avenue, Woodside, CA 94062
9-125.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 2531 Illinois St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/13/2026
Listed
$899,900
104.52%
MLS
12/31/2003
Sold
$440,000
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Tax History for 2531 Illinois St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,533
—
$638,076
2%
2025
$9,533
3%
$625,566
2%
2024
$9,283
3%
$613,300
2%
2023
$9,041
5%
$601,276
2%
2022
$8,632
2%
$589,488
2%
2021
$8,442
2%
$577,930
1%
2020
$8,292
—
$572,006
2%
2019
$8,266
2%
$560,792
2%
2018
$8,086
4%
$549,798
2%
2017
$7,770
1%
$539,018
2%
2016
$7,682
2%
$528,450
2%
2015
$7,524
23%
$520,514
30%
2014
$6,114
35%
$400,000
54%
2013
$4,521
—
$260,000
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2531 Illinois Street, East Palo Alto, CA 94303 (MLS# 426169840) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 2531 Illinois Street is currently listed for $899,900 and was received on October 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 2531 Illinois Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in East Palo Alto? You can browse all East Palo Alto real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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