1661 University Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
- 4 beds
- 6 baths
- 4,527 sqft
- 15,000 sqft lot
- $1,932 per sqft
- 1955 build
- – on site
Nestled on a gorgeous and private lot in one of Palo Altos most coveted neighborhoods, this house offers timeless sophistication, exceptional design, and resort-like living. A spectacular great room boasts beamed & vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, 10 skylights, a striking metal fireplace surround, and a Chefs kitchen. Formal rooms include an open entry, an elegant dining room, and a living room with coved ceiling, fireplace, and built-in bookcases. The primary bedroom suite has vaulted high ceilings, double doors to the central courtyard with fire pit, and custom metal barn doors to the beautiful spa-like bathroom and grand walk-in closet. The first floor also holds a second en suite bedroom and an elegant half bath. The second floor boasts two carpeted bedrooms and two bathrooms; one bedroom is en suite with two walk-in closets . The large professionally landscaped lot offers multiple spaces for outdoor entertainment and activities such as a custom regulation-size bocce court, a pool and hot tub with waterfall and a wonderful Ipe lounging deck, outdoor kitchen and al fresco dining in the incredible pavilion that includes a fireplace, radiant heat, TV and half bath. Additional features include a mudroom, a laundry room, and an oversized 2-car attached garage.
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Last updated May 16, 2025
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MLS# ML82007039 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1955
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Building Area Units:Square Feet
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Architectural Style:Custom
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Stories:2
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Levels:Two Story
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Window Features:Double Pane Windows
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Building Area Total:4527
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Basement:true
Interior
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Interior Features:Formal Dining Room
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Kitchen Features:Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Pantry
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Flooring:Concrete
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Fireplace:true
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Fireplaces Total:5
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Fireplace Features:Family Room
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:4527
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Living Area Units:Square Feet
Location
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Directions:Take Hamilton to Center and turn left onto Univers
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Exterior Features:Back Yard
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Parcel Number:00309022
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Zoning:R192
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Lot Features:Level
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Lot Size Area:0.3444
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Lot Size Acres:0.3444
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Lot Size SqFt:15000
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Fencing:Fenced
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (650) 303-5511
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:4
Baths
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Total Baths:6
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Full Baths:4
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Partial Baths:2
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Bath Includes:Stall Shower
The Listing
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Listing Terms:Cash
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Forced Air
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Heating:true
Utilities
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher
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Laundry Features:Dryer
Schools
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High School District:Palo Alto Unified
The Community
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Association:false
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Pool Private:true
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Pool Features:Solar Heat
Parking
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Garage:true
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Attached Garage:true
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Garage Spaces:2
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Carport:false
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Parking Features:Attached
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Covered Spaces:2
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$8,750,000
| Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$46,853
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| Taxes | N/A |
| Insurance | $2,406 |
| Utilities | $271 See report |
| Total | $49,530/mo.* |
| *This is an estimate |
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Soundscore™
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Sale history
| Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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5/15/25
May 15, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIDGE | $8,750,000 | 124.4% (9.2% / YR) |
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11/17/11
Nov 17, 2011
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BRIDGE | $3,900,000 | ||
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9/15/11
Sep 15, 2011
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Listed / Active | MLSLISTINGS |
