$2,888,000 256 E Charleston RD, Palo Alto 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,040 sqft
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4 Beds·3 Baths·2,040 sqft·8,000 sqft lot·Built 1953
256 E Charleston RD, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Listed 24 days ago · August 6, 2026  |  MLS# ML82056757
$1,415/sqft -17% vs Palo Alto avg
What this means: Priced below the Palo Alto per-sqft average. Compare to recent sales below for context.
Est. $18,256/moP&I $14,985 · Tax $3,008 · Insurance $262 · HOA $0Assumes 20% down ($577,600) at 6.75% · Contact Timothy for a lender referralAegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use the applicable county average property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
Single Family Price Position in Palo Alto
Average $5.0M
This Home $2.9M
$2.8M$7.7M
82Active in Palo Alto
38Active in 94306
25Avg DOM
$1,699Avg $/SqFt
104.1%Sale-to-List
2.3 moInventory
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Why This Home Stands Out

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Palo Alto Location
Active listing in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County. Convenient access to schools, parks, and Bay Area employment centers.
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4 Bed / 3 Bath / 2,040 sqft on 8,000 sqft Lot
Spec sheet at a glance. See full details below for interior, exterior, and lot features.
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Listed at $2.9M vs City Average $3.5M
$1,415/sqft compared to Palo Alto avg $1,699/sqft (-16.7%).
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About This Home

Spacious 4 Bedroom Mid-Century Home On An 8,000 sq.ft. Lot. Living room, Family Room, Breakfast Area, Office, and Study. This spacious four-bedroom, three-bath mid-century home combines classic architectural character with exceptional versatility, offering 2,040 square feet of living space on a generous 8,000-square-foot lot. Vaulted open-beam ceilings, warm wood floors, clerestory windows, and walls of glass create bright, inviting interiors with a seamless connection to the beautifully landscaped private yard. In addition to the open living and dining areas, the home features a streamlined galley kitchen, separate family room, breakfast area, office, and studyproviding abundant space for entertaining, working from home, and everyday relaxation. Multiple patios, mature trees, colorful gardens, and a pergola enhance the indoor-outdoor lifestyle, while the prime neighborhood location offers convenient access to nearby attractions and sought-after Palo Alto schools.
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MLS ID #ML82056757, Juliana Lee Team. Listing provided by Pinnacle Realty Advisors · MLSListings Inc.
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Property Details

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1953
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3 Full
Living Area
2,040 sqft
Lot Size
8,000 sqft
Garage
N/A
Price/sqft
$1,415
County
SantaClara
MLS Number
ML82056757
Status
Active
Stories
N/A
HOA
None

Interior Features

Electric

Exterior & Lot

Foam Roof0.18 AcresPool

Location

This HomeActive ListingNew (3 days or less)Price ReducedOpen HouseSold
256 E Charleston RD, Palo Alto, CA 94306 · SantaClara County

Market Context

Price Positioning
$ Price context: Listed at $1,415/sqft vs Palo Alto avg $1,699/sqft (16.7% below).
$ Sale-to-list: Palo Alto homes selling at 104.1% of asking.
Velocity: City avg 25 days. This home: 24 days.
🏠 Inventory: 20 4-bedroom homes currently available in Palo Alto.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Timothy Alston, Broker, DRE# 01328224.
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$4,857,413Avg Sale Price+7.1% vs Last Year
25Avg DOM-16.7 days vs Last Year
82Active Listings+32.3% vs Last Year
104.1%Sale-to-List+1.0% vs Last Year
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This 2,040 square foot single-family home at 256 E Charleston RD in Palo Alto features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Listed at $2,888,000, this SouthPaloAlto property reflects the current pricing trends for 4-bedroom homes in the 94306 zip code.

4-Bedroom Homes for Sale in Palo Alto 94306

Browse 4-bedroom single-family home listings in the SouthPaloAlto area of Palo Alto. Properties in 94306 are currently averaging $1,699 per square foot with 25 days on market.

What to Expect When Buying in SouthPaloAlto

The SouthPaloAlto market in Palo Alto features a mix of single-family home properties ranging from starter homes to luxury estates. Current inventory levels suggest active conditions for buyers in this area.

Recently Sold in Palo Alto

Closed within 6 months · 4 bed / similar sqft · Palo Alto 94306

4042 Orme ST
Sold $5,750,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,869 sqft
$3,076/sqft · +15.1% above list
Closed Aug 28, 2026 · 6 days on market
MLSListings IDXMLS ID #ML82057587, Timothy Foy. Listing provided by Midtown Realty · MLSListings Inc.
Sold $1,685,000
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,461 sqft
$1,153/sqft · 3.7% below list
Closed Aug 25, 2026 · 21 days on market
MLSListings IDXMLS ID #ML82052614, Gary (gang) Liu. Listing provided by Coldwell Banker Realty · MLSListings Inc.
2355 Louis RD
Sold $3,255,000
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
$2,583/sqft · 1.2% below list
Closed Aug 21, 2026 · 81 days on market
MLSListings IDXMLS ID #ML82046867, Tommy Derrick. Listing provided by Tommy Derrick, Broker · MLSListings Inc.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Closed sales data.
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Your neighbors are selling. Should you?

In July 2026, 35 homes sold in Palo Alto at an average of $4,857,413. The average sale closed at 104.1% of asking price.

35Sold (July 2026)
$4,857,413Average Sale Price
104.1%Sale-to-List
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$4,857,413Avg Sale Price+7.1% vs Last Year
25Avg DOM-16.7% vs Last Year
82Active Listings
104.1%Sale-to-List
$1,699Price/sqft
2.3Months Inventory
35Closed (Last Mo)
60New Listings/Mo
Source: MLSListings Inc. · August 2026

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Listed at $2,888,000 ($1,415/sqft). Palo Alto avg is $1,699/sqft, placing this 16.7% below. Comparable recent sales help frame the value.
Listed 24 days (as of August 6, 2026). Palo Alto average is 25 days.
Est. $18,256/mo with 20% down ($577,600) at 6.75%. Includes principal & interest ($14,985), property tax ($3,008), and insurance ($262). HOA: None. Aegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use the applicable county average property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
There are 82 active listings in Palo Alto (20 are 4-bedroom). At $2,888,000 this is positioned against the city average of $3,529,841. Similar homes have sold at 104.1% of asking.
4-bedroom homes in Palo Alto (94306) are currently averaging $1,699 per square foot. Market activity shows homes spending an average of 25 days on market in this area.
256 E Charleston RD in Palo Alto is currently listed at $2,888,000. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home is located in the SouthPaloAlto area.

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