Grand Victorian Estate on Nearly Half an Acre in Palo Alto
2275 Amherst Street, Palo Alto
7 Bedrooms & 3.5 Bathrooms
Living Space: 3,355 Sq Ft
Bonus Space:
Finished Attic 628 Sq Ft
Detached 3 Car Garage 688 Sq Ft
Lot Size: 19,563 Sq Ft Per Palo Alto Parcel Report
Excellent Palo Alto Schools:
Escondido Elementary, Greene Middle, Palo Alto High School (Buyer to verify enrollment)
Offered at $7,250,000
Showings by Appointment Only
Presented by Leannah & Laurel
A rare opportunity to own one of Palo Alto’s most noteworthy estate properties. Set on an expansive nearly half-acre parcel beneath majestic heritage oaks, this extraordinary Queen Anne Victorian blends timeless architectural character with refined modern updates in a coveted location just blocks from California Avenue shopping district.
Rich in historic charm, the residence showcases soaring ceilings, expansive light-filled rooms, stained glass windows, white oak floors, intricate architectural detailing, and a gracious wraparound porch overlooking park-like grounds. The beautifully updated kitchen features a Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and crown molding designed for both elegant entertaining and everyday living.
The spacious floor plan offers 7 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, including five bedrooms upstairs, one on the main level, and a separate lower-level 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with private exterior entrance—ideal for guests, au pair, extended family, or rental income potential.
The main residence encompasses approximately 3,355 square feet, complemented by an additional 628 square foot finished attic, expansive basement with wine storage, and a detached 688 square foot three-car garage. Pre-approved plans for finishing the walk-out basement are included with the sale, offering exceptional future expansion possibilities.
The spectacular grounds feature lush landscaping, a paver driveway, fruit trees, pond with fountain, firepit seating area, and enchanting garden vistas that create a true private estate setting. Perfectly positioned in prime College Terrace near Stanford University, California Avenue dining and shopping, neighborhood parks, and acclaimed Palo Alto schools. This exceptional property offers a rare blend of historic charm with modern luxury.
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PALO ALTO • CALIFORNIA