1530 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA

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Property Overview:

1530 Middlefield Rd is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA, built in 1946. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,334 sq. ft. of living space. Additional features include a parking garage, fireplace, heating system, and cooling system. The home is located in the historic Professorville neighborhood and is described as having magical curb appeal, enchanting gardens, and exceptional craftsmanship.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 4.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 10.7% (slightly lower than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Walter Hays Elementary, Frank S. Greene Junior Middle, Palo Alto High, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.

    • Average SAT score: 1221 (well above state average of 975).
    • Area known for excellent schools (buyer to verify).

  • Job Market:

    • 80.8% white-collar jobs, 19.2% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 15,402 (17% growth since 2000).
    • 50% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.56%); second largest: 25-34 years (13.36%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.7°F (January), 87.6°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 17.3 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $132,129.
    • Average annual spending: $83,423.

Property Features:

  • English cottage style with vintage details and beautiful hardwood floors.
  • Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, and open-well skylight for natural light.
  • French doors open to sunlit courtyard and private yard—ideal for entertaining, gardening, and family play.
  • 3 bedrooms plus office (in some listings), plus 120 sq. ft. finished outdoor space (perfect for office, guest room, or gym).
  • Fireplace and charming architectural details throughout.
  • Lot size: Approximately 0.13 acres.

Location Benefits:

  • Central location in Professorville—steps to Rinconada Park, pools, tennis courts, playgrounds, Junior Museum & Zoo, libraries, Lucie Stern Community Center, and Palo Alto Art Center.
  • Walkable to Downtown Palo Alto, Town and Country Village, and Midtown Shopping Center.
  • Close to Stanford University and major highways (101 & 280) for easy Silicon Valley commutes.
  • Family-friendly community with access to top-rated schools and abundant recreational amenities.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1987-09-30 Off Market 305000
2006-04-02 For Sale 1295000
2006-04-13 Sold 1300000
2006-05-03 Sold 1300000
2025-03-14 For Sale 3288000
2025-03-15 For Sale 3288000
2025-03-27 Pending NaN
2025-04-22 Sold 3315000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
VARIAN ASSOCIATES 601 North California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA N N NF 0 CAT080010804 0.60
OREGON EXPWY UNDERPASS & Oregon Expressway, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N N NF 0 CAD982399800 0.66

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
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Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

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San Andreas - Peninsula Mindego Hill 0 0 1
San Andreas - Peninsula Palo Alto 0 0 2
San Andreas - Peninsula Woodside 0 0 1

Landslide Risk Info

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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 0 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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