Property Overview:
21 Somerset Pl is a single-family home in Palo Alto, CA (Crescent Park), located on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Santa Clara County’s most coveted neighborhoods. The home is thoughtfully remodeled, featuring 2 stories, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,600 sq. ft. of living space on a 7,993 sq. ft. lot. Recent listings note a $200,000 price adjustment. Previous sales show a 2020 sale price of $4,100,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
- Crime Rate:
- Low overall crime risk (personal crime: 4.4%, property crime: 10.7%), both lower than state averages.
- Schools:
- Exceptional schools nearby: Duveneck Elementary, Greene Middle (formerly Jordan Middle), Palo Alto High.
- 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:
- Community population: 15,402 (17% growth since 2000).
- 50% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.56%).
- Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk
- High flood risk
- Very low tornado 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:
- Remodeled 2-story charmer with modern luxury and timeless design
- Inviting flagstone walkway through mature trees, green lawn, and colorful gardens to a lovely front porch
- Gracious living room with custom fireplace, crown molding, and adjoining dining room
- Two French doors open to a backyard oasis with fruit trees, easy-care landscaping, and multiple seating areas
- Main level:
- 2 generously sized bedrooms
- Den
- 2.5 remodeled bathrooms
- Upstairs:
- Spacious master bedroom suite with full bath and open landing
- Second primary ensuite for privacy
- Kitchen:
- Natural light from bay window and skylight
- New quartz countertops
- Sophisticated island with breakfast/family area
- Enclosed laundry room and attached garage
- Red oak floors, multiple skylights, and luxury bath remodels
- Versatile spaces for office or family use
Location Benefits:
- Nestled in Crescent Park—one of Palo Alto’s most desirable neighborhoods
- Tree-lined sidewalks and well-manicured gardens
- Quiet, private cul-de-sac away from downtown distractions
- Excellent access to shopping, dining, tech campuses, and top-performing schools
- Commuter-friendly with proximity to major highways and public transportation
- Ideal for family living and entertaining