2256 Santa Ana St, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USA


Property Overview:

2256 Santa Ana St is a single-family home in the Green Gables neighborhood of North Palo Alto, CA, built in 1951. It features 4 bedrooms (2 ensuite), 3 bathrooms, and approximately 1,730 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and was remodeled in 2018. The estimated home value is between $2,436,000 and $3,422,558.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 19.1% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 11.7% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Ohlone Elementary, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle, Duveneck Elementary, East Palo Alto Academy, and Palo Alto High School.

    • Average SAT score: 1062 (above state average of 975).
    • Award-winning schools within walking distance.
  • Job Market:

    • 59.9% white-collar jobs, 40.1% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 4.9% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
    • Close to major tech employers: Facebook, Google, Stanford, and other top tech firms.
  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 41,564 (4% growth since 2000).
    • 69% families with children.
    • Largest age groups: 35-44 years (14.67%), 25-34 years (14.04%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • High flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 87.2°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 18.3 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $82,787.
    • Average annual spending: $59,990.

Property Features:

  • Remodeled and updated in 2018 with modern finishes.
  • Open-concept living room with corner fireplace and large glass wall opening to the patio and backyard.
  • Kitchen: Quartz countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances.
  • Wood flooring throughout the downstairs.
  • Downstairs:
    • Full bedroom suite with wall closet organizers.
    • 2 additional bedrooms and updated hall bathroom.
  • Upstairs:
    • Spacious study/office or bonus room with walk-in closet and built-in shelving.
    • Bedroom retreat with wood flooring, long wall closets, and adjoining full bath.
  • Upgrades: Double-pane windows, copper piping, newer heating and cooling systems.
  • Welcoming covered porch and light-filled interior.

Location Benefits:

  • Quiet, tree-lined street in a family-friendly neighborhood.
  • Blocks from:
    • Edgewood Shopping Center
    • Rinconada Park
    • California Ave & Midtown shops
    • Farmers market
  • Convenient access to:
    • Caltrain
    • Major freeways
    • Top tech firms
    • Stanford University
  • Open houses: Sat 10/7 & Sun 10/8, 1:30–4:30pm.

Price and Status History

date type price
2018-09-27 For Sale 2798000.0
2018-10-24 Sold 2850690.0
2023-10-03 For Sale 3398000.0
2023-10-12 For Sale 3598000.0
2023-10-24 Sold 3036000.0
2023-11-02 Delisted (Withdrawn) NaN
2023-11-03 For Sale 3598000.0
2023-11-08 For Sale 3549234.5
2024-01-01 Off Market NaN
2025-03-27 Sold 3820000.0

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 0.81
PALO ALTO DEPT OF UTILS 3201 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303-3213, USA N N NF 0 CAT000604017 0.97

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
COLLAGEN CORP 2455 Faber Place, Palo Alto, CA 94303-3316, USA 3 1990 N/A 94303CLLGN2500F 0.71

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
PALO ALTO REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLANT 2501 Embarcadero Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303-3326, USA 0.95

Flood Risk Info

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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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High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 1 4

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High 0 0 0 0
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