51 Crescent DR, Palo Alto, CA 94301

$13,800,000
4
BD
6
BA
6,374
SqFt

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Listed by Mary & Brent Gullixson, 650-888-0860 from Compass
(If provided) CoList: from

Sold listing courtesy of Zack Zhang from MXR

Sold Price
$13,800,000
List Price
$14,480,000
Closing Date
Nov 22, 2024
MLS#
ML81965894
Status
SOLD
Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
4
Partial Bathrooms
2
Sqft. of Residence
6,374
Additional Sqft.
853
Lot Size
23,522
Listing Area
Crescent Park
Year Built
1927

Property Description

Experience European elegance on one of Palo Alto's most premier streets. The home was meticulously remodeled in 2009 by DeMattei Construction. Preserving its original charm, circa 1927, it has features like richly hued hardwood floors, towering arched windows, and 7 fireplaces. The 3-level main home, with elevator, has 4-en suite bedrooms one which is being used as an office. The primary suite has a gym, sauna, and separate washer/dryer. The kitchen has a French La Cornue range. There is a separate 1-bedroom guest house with full kitchen. There is a handsomely appointed library with bookcases and a secret door into the dining room. The lower level has 3 temperature controlled wine closets, plus a recreation room with bar. The outdoor space is wonderful for entertaining with a stunning pool inspired by Hearst Castle with hand set Morano tiles, vast antiqued limestone terrace, and professionally landscaped gardens on more than one-half acre. With its prime Crescent Park location, minutes to shops on University Ave, as well as acclaimed Palo Alto schools, this property offers the perfect blend of old-world elegance and luxurious modern comfort.

Additional Information

Acres
0.54
Age
97
Amenities
Bay Window, High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Security Gate, Skylight, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar
Bathroom Features
Double Sinks, Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets, Sauna, Shower over Tub - 1, Stone, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
Bedroom Description
Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
Cooling System
Central AC, Multi-Zone
Days On Market
Unknown
Energy Features
Solar Heating - Pool
Family Room
Separate Family Room
Fence
Complete Perimeter, Gate
Fireplace Description
Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Outside, Primary Bedroom, Other
Floor Covering
Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Stone, Tile
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Garage Parking
Detached Garage, Electric Gate, Gate / Door Opener
Heating System
Central Forced Air - Gas, Heating - 2+ Zones
Laundry Facilities
Dryer, Tub / Sink, Upper Floor, Washer, Washer / Dryer
Living Area
6,374
Lot Description
Grade - Level
Lot Size
23,522
Neighborhood
Crescent Park
Other Rooms
Basement - Finished, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Library, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room, Wine Cellar / Storage, Other
Other Utilities
Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned
Pool Description
Heated - Solar, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground, Spa - Gas, Spa - In Ground, Spa - Jetted
Roof
Clay, Tile
Sewer
Sewer - Public
Style
Mediterranean
Unincorporated Yn
Yes
View
Neighborhood
Zoning
R1929

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