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listing_id: ML82045242
status: Active
price: 5250000
beds: 4
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 2095
sqft_lot: 5000
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1930
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "649 Seneca St"
city: Palo Alto
state: CA
zip: 94301
county: "Santa Clara County"
lat: 37.451972
lng: -122.152105
days_on_market: 1
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Brian Chancellor"
list_office: "Christie's International Real Estate Sereno"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 303-5511"
list_agent_license: 01174998
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-04-30
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Santa Clara County | Palo Alto | 94301 | 649 Seneca St

649 Seneca St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

MLS: ML82045242 | Status: Active | Price: $5,250,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 3 /1 2,095 5,000 1930

Remarks

Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street just moments from dwntwn, this chic Tudor blends old-world character w/ modern, organic design, offering privacy and quintessential California indoor-outdoor living. The main level features a stunning kit and dining area that opens seamlessly outdoors through fully receding glass sliders, anchored by a double-sided gas FP shared w/ an impressive LR w/ soaring beamed ceilings. A charming sunrm and office add bonus space. Two en-suite bedrms are also on the first floor, including a serene primary w/ patio access and a spa-like bath with steam shower, plus a second suite w/ a walk-in closet, along with a stylish laundry rm and powder rm. Upstairs, two add'l bdrms share a beautifully appointed bath and access to a large attic for storage. Lush, mature landscaping creates a private setting w/ a welcoming front patio, raised garden beds, and a prolific avocado tree, while the enchanting rear yd features a fire pit, tranquil water element, outdoor BBQ, dining area, a majestic redwood, and a glass-covered patio with built-in heaters. A converted garage with loft offers versatile flex space. Additional highlights include maple wood floors, air conditioning, double-pane windows, a standing metal roof, EV charger, and access to excellent public schools.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82045242
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site 1

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat - 2+, Walk-in Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathrooms Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Steam Shower, Tub
Kitchen Countertop - Concrete, Countertop - Other, Island with Sink, Pantry
Appliances Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen
Family Room Other
Fireplace Gas Burning, Other Location, Two-Way
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
Laundry Inside
Cooling Ceiling Fan, Other
Heating Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace, Individual Room Controls, Radiant Floors

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Metal
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
Style Tudor

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District Palo Alto Unified
High School District Palo Alto Unified
E.V. Hookup Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Water Public
Zoning R1

Contact Information

Brian Chancellor
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
License #: 01174998
Phone: (650) 303-5511

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Addison Elementary School public K-5 0.42 mi 9
Walter Hays Elementary School public K-5 0.79 mi 9
Duveneck Elementary School public K-5 1.01 mi 9
Palo Alto High School public 9-12 1.05 mi 10
Palo Alto Adult Education public UG 1.11 mi N/A
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle public 6-8 1.33 mi 9
Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy public K-5 1.36 mi 4
Menlo-Atherton High School public 9-12 1.40 mi 8
Ravenswood Comprehensive Middle public 6-8 1.54 mi 4
Laurel Elementary School public K-5 1.54 mi 10
Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford public K-12 1.62 mi N/A
Belle Haven Elementary School public K-5 1.77 mi 1
Ohlone Elementary School public K-5 1.81 mi 10
Costano Elementary School public K-5 1.98 mi 3
Encinal Elementary School public K-5 2.05 mi 9
Escondido Elementary School public K-5 2.13 mi 10
El Carmelo Elementary School public K-5 2.18 mi 9
Tide Academy public 9-12 2.41 mi 9
Hillview Middle School public 6-8 2.52 mi 9
Palo Verde Elementary School public K-5 2.57 mi 8

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1135 Emerson St $4,698,000 4 2/1 2,194 Active
776 Cambridge Ave $4,988,000 4 3 2,470 Active
634 Wildwood Ln $4,435,000 3 3 2,027 Active

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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Brian Chancellor, (650) 303-5511.