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Property Description
Located on a sought-after block in Midtown Palo Alto, this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers generous living spaces, timeless mid-century character, & an exceptional opportunity to update, expand, or build new. Set on a 6,250sf lot, the home welcomes you through a private front courtyard anchored by a beautiful Japanese maple, creating a serene setting for indoor-outdoor living. The light-filled living room features vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, a dramatic wall of windows, rich wood paneling, parquet floors, & a wood-burning fireplace. The adjoining kitchen & family room provide an ideal gathering space with granite tile countertops, a center island, recessed lighting, and sliding doors opening to the backyard. The upstairs primary suite offers a private balcony, walk-in closet, and bright bath with skylights and dual vanities. Three additional bedrooms on the main level showcase distinctive architectural details including parquet flooring, vaulted ceilings, wood-paneled accents, and exposed beam ceilings. Combining spacious living areas and a premier Midtown location near parks, shopping, dining, and sought-after Palo Alto schools, this property presents a rare opportunity to create your dream home in one of Palo Alto's most desirable neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3161 Emerson St
General
- Sold For: $3,050,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82050365
- Added to Site: 64 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Garden Window, High Ceiling , Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Shower and Tub, Skylight , Stall Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
- Kitchen: Gas Cooktop, Granite Countertop, Island, Built-In Oven, Trash Compactor
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached Garage
Location
- Area: Midtown
- County: Santa Clara
- Cross Streets: Loma Verde
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: Concrete Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle, Other
- Square Feet: 1,881
- Year Built: 1950
Lot Features
- Minimum Lot Size: 6250
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,250
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Courtyard, Fenced
- Zoning: R1
Listed by Compass, Zach Trailer
Sold by Pel, Grace Tao
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Schools
Schools serving 3161 Emerson St
School District:Palo Alto Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
El Carmelo Elementary School 3024 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School 480 East Meadow Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Henry M. Gunn High School 780 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 3161 Emerson St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/30/2026
Sold
$3,050,000
1.73%
MLS
6/09/2026
Listed
$2,998,000
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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.
3161 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (MLS# ML82050365) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,050,000 on June 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 3161 Emerson St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Midtown? You can browse all Midtown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

