165 Forest Ave APT 2A, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA

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Property Overview:

165 Forest Ave Apt 2A is a condominium in downtown Palo Alto, CA 94301, built in 1981. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,285 sq. ft. of living space. The unit includes multiple balconies, a fireplace, in-unit laundry, and central heating & air conditioning. The property last sold for $1,600,000 in October 2019; current estimated value is around $1,784,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Average Sale Price:

    • Similar homes average $2,388,248.

  • Crime Rate:

    • Low overall crime risk.
    • Personal crime risk: 4.4% (well below state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 10.7% (slightly below state average of 10.8%).
    • Only 2 criminal/sex offenders within 1 mile.

  • Schools:

    • Exceptional schools:
      • Palo Alto High
      • Addison Elementary
      • David Starr Jordan Middle
      • Frank S. Greene Junior Middle
    • Average SAT score: 1221 (well above state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

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

  • Demographics:

    • Population: 15,402 (17% growth since 2000).
    • 50% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.6%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Very high earthquake risk
    • Very low tornado risk
    • Moderate to low flood 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:

  • Fully remodeled with modern finishes and designer touches.
  • Natural sunlight from 4 balconies and ample windows.
  • Kitchen:
    • Quartzite counters
    • White shaker cabinetry
    • Stainless steel appliances
  • Living Room:
    • Fireplace with new granite slab surround
    • Spacious, open layout
  • Floors:
    • New wood and tile flooring
    • Freshly painted dove-grey walls
  • Bedrooms:
    • Master suite with balcony for outdoor seating
  • Laundry:
    • In-unit LG washer/dryer
  • Climate Control:
    • Three mini-split AC/heating units with remotes
  • Parking & Storage:
    • Two assigned underground parking spaces
    • Two large storage units (approx. 6’ x 8’ x 8’)
  • Building Amenities:
    • Elevator
    • Secure entry

Location Benefits:

  • Prime downtown location:
    • 1 block from Whole Foods, Philz Coffee, and Pete’s Coffee
    • 2 blocks from University Avenue restaurants and shopping
    • 3 blocks from Caltrain
    • Across the street from Pizzeria Delfina, near Ramen Nagi, Nobu, and more
  • Walkable lifestyle with easy access to dining, shopping, and transit
  • Excellent for families due to top-rated schools and safe environment
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Price and Status History

date type price
1988-05-03 Rental 209000
1993-10-01 Sold 270000
2000-09-21 Sold 751000
2000-10-05 Sold 751000
2011-08-30 Sold 799000
2011-09-07 Sold 798875
2019-08-09 For Sale 1699000
2019-09-19 For Sale 1598000
2019-10-03 Sold 1600000
2019-10-11 Sold 1600000
2021-02-10 For Sale 1749888
2021-02-11 For Sale 1749888
2021-04-09 For Sale 1499950
2021-04-24 For Sale 1749950
2021-07-31 Rental 4500
2023-09-28 For Sale 1700000
2023-12-11 Off Market NaN
2024-01-17 For Sale 1700000
2024-02-09 For Sale 1620000
2024-03-19 Rental 4500
2024-04-02 Rental 4500
2024-06-25 Off Market NaN
2025-03-15 For Sale 1680000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
OREGON EXPWY UNDERPASS & Oregon Expressway, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N N NF 0 CAD982399800 0.98

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
A 0 0 0 24
AE 0 0 0 2
AH 0 0 0 1
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 0 0

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

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 0 0

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 1 2

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 2
Very High 0 0 0 0
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Traffic Noise by Hour x Weekday

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