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235 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Santa Clara County

Key Facts

3,940Sq Ft
1904Year Built
0.13Lot (acres)

Description

235 Alma St. offers a rare opportunity to own a uniques office or live/work property in the heart of DT Palo Alto. This meticulously updated (2025) property features two structures, totaling approx. 3,940 SF, situated on +/- 5,625 SF parcel. The main building spans multiple levels and includes freshly renovated interiors with clean, modern finishes, while the second structure provides adaptable office or flex space. Recent exterior renovations and professional landscaping have created an inviting environment complemented by abundant natural light throughout both buildings. Onsite and nearby street parking options add convenience for occupants and visitors alike. The location offers unmatched connectivity with close proximity to the PA Caltrain Station, ensuring easy commuter access throughout the Peninsula and Silicon Valley. Property zoning is CD-N(P) which provides for commercial and office uses. The property can be used as SFR as a grandfathered use per written letter with city of Palo Alto.

Property Information

Property Type

Commercial Sale

Sub-Type

Industrial

Year Built

1904

Living Area

3,940 sq ft

Lot Size

0.13 acres

Zoning

CD-N

Days on Market

1

MLS® Listing#

ML82051993

Property Features

Sewer

Public Sewer

Financial Details

HOA

None

Parcel Number

12025058

Affordability Calculator

$899,000

Estimated monthly payment

$23,924/mo

Principal $3,596,000 · Est. interest $5,016,740 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Palo Alto, CA

$1,000,000
Median Listing Price
39
Median Days on Market
1,591
Median Sq Ft
$1,257
Median Price / Sq Ft
280
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 350% above the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 9% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Palo Alto, CA.

Location

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Points of Interest in Palo Alto, CA

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Nearby Schools

  • Rise Together Education

    School · 0.4 mi away

  • Discovery Children's House

    School · 0.6 mi away

  • Menlo Atherton Cooperative Nursery School

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Paly Robotics

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Sand Hill School

    Secondary · 0.7 mi away

  • Stanford West Children's Center

    School · 0.8 mi away

  • Addison Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.9 mi away

  • The Learning Center

    School · 0.9 mi away

  • Palo Alto High School

    Secondary · 1.0 mi away

  • Palo Alto High School Tennis Courts

    Secondary · 1.0 mi away

  • Palo Alto Unified School District

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Cypress College Prep

    Secondary School · 1.1 mi away

  • Tru

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Building Kidz

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • The Roberts School

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Menlo-Atherton High School

    Secondary · 1.1 mi away

  • Silicon Valley International School

    Secondary · 1.2 mi away

  • German American School of Palo Alto (Gaspa)

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • East Palo Alto High School

    Secondary · 1.2 mi away

  • Alto International School

    School · 1.2 mi away

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