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Property Description
Opportunity Knocks in Professorville. First time on the market in over 40 years, this gracious two-story home sits on a generous lot surrounded by a beautiful garden, inviting patio, and towering redwood and oak trees that create a peaceful, private retreat. Inside, youll fall in love with the original woodwork, diamond-paned windows, gleaming hardwood floors, and sun-filled rooms that showcase the homes timeless character. The second floor features three spacious bedrooms, including a lovely primary suite with a large walk-in closet, abundant natural light, and an en suite bath with separate tub and shower. Perfect for entertaining, the family room opens seamlessly to the expansive backyard. The kitchen is highlighted by a classic OKeefe & Merritt range a true centerpiece for those who appreciate vintage charm. A separate, cozy one-bedroom cottage offers its own address, private entrance, and utilities which is ideal for guests, extended family, rental income, or a home office. Parking is easy with a one-car garage, carport, and additional space, all conveniently accessed from the alley behind the home. Located in sought-after Professorville, just steps from downtown shops, restaurants, and transit, this special property is ready for its next chapter.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1085 Emerson St
General
- Sold For: $4,130,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82036377
- Added to Site: 45 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Wood-Burning
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Bathroom Features: Bidet, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Tub in Primary Bedroom
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: Oven/Range
- Laundry: Washer / Dryer
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached Garage
Location
- Area: Professorville
- County: Santa Clara
- Cross Streets: Lincoln Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Masonry Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 2,268
- Year Built: 1909
Lot Features
- Minimum Lot Size: 6300
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,300
- Zoning: R1
Listed by Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Susan Tanner
Sold by Apr, Kaitlyn Liao
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Schools
Schools serving 1085 Emerson St
School District:Palo Alto Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Addison Elementary School 650 Addison Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle 750 N. CA Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Palo Alto High School 50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301 | 9-12 | 0.2 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 1085 Emerson St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/03/2026
Sold
$4,130,000
3.3%
MLS
2/26/2026
Listed
$3,998,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1085 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (MLS# ML82036377) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,130,000 on April 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 1085 Emerson St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Professorville? You can browse all Professorville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

