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440 Melville Avenue

$8,200,000 440 Melville AVE, PALO ALTO, CA 94301
This distinguished home, crafted almost a century ago, is now available for the first time in generations. Timeless architecture and enchanting gardens unfold across an expansive and perfectly shaped 15,000 square feet (100 x 150) lot, one of the largest in the area. The house has hardwood floors throughout. This one-of-a-kind property reveals boundless opportunities to remodel, expand or build a true Silicon Valley estate that stands apart. Noteworthy potential includes the possibility to expand the house either to the front or rear, with an additional +1,300 SF above the ground and +1,300 SF as a basement. For new building, the maximum allowed floor area above the ground is 5,250 SF. A conceptual design for a new home, encompassing 7,259 SF, including a +2,300 SF basement, is available for reference. This immense property is exquisitely located within blocks of Stanford University, libraries, Children's theatre, Junior Museum & Zoo, historic Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, exciting Downtown Palo Alto, pristine parks, and exceptional schools. Take advantage of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make this absolutely impeccable location into your home.
  • For Sale
    Status
  • 4
    Bedrooms
  • 2
    Bathrooms
  • 1926
    Year Built
  • 2,879 Sq.Ft.
    Living Area

Features & Amenities

Area & Lot

  • Status: For Sale
  • Living Space: 2,879 Sq.Ft.
  • Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
  • MLS® ID: ML81952369
  • Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Neighborhood: Palo Alto
  • Elementary School:309
  • Middle School: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • School District: Palo Alto Unified

Interior

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Living Room

Exterior & Building

  • Stories: 2
  • Garage Space: 2.0
  • Water Source: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Parking: Detached
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

  • Sales Price: $8,200,000
  • Zoning: R-1 (10000)
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