Date
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Price
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8/12/2026
Listed
$4,488,000
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MLS
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788 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CAVideo Tour of 788 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA.
Bright and inviting, this classic home showcases all the hallmarks of midcentury modern design, enhanced by a thoughtfully designed second-story addition. Spanning nearly 3,000 square feet, the light-filled floorplan offers expansive living and family rooms, a well-appointed kitchen, a dining room, three cozy fireplaces, and numerous glass doors that create effortless indoor/outdoor living. Five comfortable bedrooms include two luxurious primary suites, one of which occupies the entire second floor for exceptional privacy. The peaceful backyard is a true retreat with generous patio space, a hot tub, and lush mature landscaping that creates a private, tranquil setting. Just minutes from Midtown Shopping Center, numerous parks, and Highway 101, this home also enjoys access to acclaimed Palo Verde Elementary, JLS Middle, and Gunn High (buyer to verify eligibility).
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 788 Ames Ave
General
- Price: $4,488,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82057398
- Updated: Today (8/12/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den / Study / Office, Mud Room, Office Area, Storage
- Interior Features: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas-Burning, Gas Log, Insert, Living Room, Other Location, Wood-Burning
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Showers over Tubs (2 or More), Skylight , Tile, Other
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom Features: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Electric Cooktop, Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Self-Cleaning Oven, Pantry, Refrigerator, Other
- Laundry: Dryer, Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Washer
Additional Information
- Pool Description: Spa - Cover, Spa / Hot Tub
- Extras: Not Applicable
- Security/Safety: Security Alarm , Security Service
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, On Street
Location
- Area: South Palo Alto
- County: Santa Clara
- Cross Streets: Holly Oak Drive
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan, Other
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air), Fireplace , Heat Pump, Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
- Telecomm.: Other
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Eichler, Other
- Construction: Detached, Wood , Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Slab, Wood Frame
- Roof: Flat / Low Pitch
- Square Feet: 2,949
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood
- Minimum Lot Size: 8083
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,083
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Storage Shed / Structure
- Zoning: R1B7
- Lot Description: Level
- Fencing (Description): Complete Perimeter, Gate, Mixed Height / Type, Wood
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Double-Pane Windows, Low-Flow Toilet, Skylight, Thermostat Controller
Listed by Deleon Realty, DeLeon Team
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Schools
Schools serving 788 Ames Ave
School District:Palo Alto Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Palo Verde Elementary School 3450 Louis Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School 480 East Meadow Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Henry M. Gunn High School 780 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 788 Ames Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 788 Ames Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,559
—
$382,813
2%
2025
$4,559
4%
$375,307
2%
2024
$4,370
2%
$367,949
2%
2023
$4,305
1%
$360,735
2%
2022
$4,252
2%
$353,663
2%
2021
$4,166
2%
$346,730
1%
2020
$4,077
1%
$343,176
2%
2019
$4,033
3%
$336,448
2%
2018
$3,933
2%
$329,852
2%
2017
$3,863
3%
$323,385
2%
2016
$3,749
1%
$317,045
2%
2015
$3,712
2%
$312,283
2%
2014
$3,654
-15%
$306,167
—
2013
$4,274
—
$304,784
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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788 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94303 (MLS# ML82057398) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 788 Ames Ave is currently listed for $4,488,000 and was received on August 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 788 Ames Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family 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.