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$1,800,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Condo
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,530 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 10 days ago

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685 High St 5A,Palo Alto, CA 94301

685 High St 5APalo AltoCA94301

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Top floor, two-level penthouse unit featuring dramatic vaulted ceilings with skylights on the main level, open concept living, dining and gorgeous kitchen, and views of the Western Hills! Downtown Palo Alto living at its finest, this two bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom home offers an unbeatable location just a block away from Whole Foods, Peet's Coffee, Pizzeria Delfina and the fantastic dining and shopping along University Ave. Stunning kitchen updated with sleek modern cabinetry, peninsula for extra counter space and pantry unit for storage. Additional comforts include a half bath on main level, in-unit washer dryer, building elevator, deeded storage unit and two parking spaces in the secure underground garage. Top-rated Palo Alto schools including Addison Elementary, Greene Middle School, and Palo Alto High School (Buyer to verify) and proximate to Caltrain and Highway 101 for easy commuting. This is a must-see!

Full Property Details for 685 High St 5A

General

  • Price: $1,800,000
  • HOA FEE: $1,032/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: RE_Infolink
  • MLS ID: ML82038311
  • Updated: 3/14/2026
  • Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: High Ceiling , Skylight
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Other
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Electric Cooktop, Hood over Range, Skylight, Wine Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer

Additional Information

  • Extras: Not Applicable
  • Security/Safety: Security Building

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Assigned Spaces, Underground Parking

Location

  • Area: Downtown Palo Alto
  • County: Santa Clara
  • Complex: Palo Alto Plaza
  • Cross Streets: Forest Ave

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Exterior Maintenance, Reserves, Other

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Other

Utilities

  • Sewer: Other
  • Water: Other
  • Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof: Other
  • Square Feet: 1,530
  • Year Built: 1981

Lot Features

  • Property View: City Lights, Hills
  • Zoning: CDC

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $1,032
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly

Disclosures and Reports

  • Restrictions: Other

Listed by Compass, Adam Touni

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Schools serving 685 High St 5A

School District:Palo Alto Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Addison Elementary School
650 Addison Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
K-50.6 mi
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
750 N. CA Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303
6-81.5 mi
Palo Alto High School
50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301
9-120.4 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 685 High St 5A Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/12/2026
Listed
$1,800,000
93.97%
MLS
4/07/2005
Sold
$928,000
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Tax History for 685 High St 5A

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$16,527
4%
$1,292,980
2%
2024
$15,860
2%
$1,267,628
2%
2023
$15,625
1%
$1,242,774
2%
2022
$15,442
2%
$1,218,406
2%
2021
$15,138
2%
$1,194,516
1%
2020
$14,835
1%
$1,182,268
2%
2019
$14,668
3%
$1,159,088
2%
2018
$14,277
2%
$1,136,362
2%
2017
$14,026
3%
$1,114,082
2%
2016
$13,656
1%
$1,092,238
2%
2015
$13,520
2%
$1,075,832
2%
2014
$13,197
8%
$1,054,758
9%
2013
$12,247
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$972,000
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685 High St 5A, Palo Alto, CA 94301 (MLS# ML82038311) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 685 High St 5A is currently listed for $1,800,000 and was received on March 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 685 High St 5A? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in South Palo Alto? You can browse all South Palo Alto real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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