4141 Old Trace Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA


Property Overview:

Spanish single-level home in a wonderful Palo Alto neighborhood. Situated on a fairly level one-acre lot in a fabulous location. This property offers a unique opportunity for contractors or investors to build a brand-new home or renovate the existing structure.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Desirable Palo Alto location known for its excellent community and high property values.
  • Quiet, established neighborhood with tree-lined streets.
  • Close proximity to top-rated schools, parks, and downtown amenities.
  • Strong investment potential due to the area’s prestige and growth.

Property Features:

  • Spanish single-level architecture
  • Wood beam cathedral ceilings in the living room and primary bedroom
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Circular driveway for easy access and ample parking
  • Detached studio—ideal for a home office, guest suite, or creative space
  • Expansive, level one-acre lot—perfect for new construction or extensive landscaping

Location Benefits:

  • Prime Palo Alto address with easy access to Silicon Valley tech hubs
  • Family-friendly environment with excellent schools
  • Ideal for investors or contractors seeking a rare redevelopment opportunity
  • Potential to build a custom dream home in a prestigious neighborhood

Price and Status History

date type price
1975-07-01 Off Market 146200
2000-04-26 For Sale 4950000
2000-10-05 For Sale 4250000
2000-10-14 Delisted NaN
2000-10-25 Sold 4250000
2002-12-24 For Sale 2775000
2003-01-06 Delisted NaN
2003-02-25 Sold 2100000
2017-04-18 For Sale 3500000
2017-04-19 For Sale 3500000
2017-04-27 Pending NaN
2017-08-09 Sold 4060000
2025-04-08 For Sale 6500000
2025-04-17 Pending NaN

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SMITH KLINE & FRENCH LABORATORIES 3900 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N N NF 0 CAD983621947 0.33
HEWLETT PACKARD 3500 Deer Creek Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1317, USA N N NF 0 CAT000617266 0.72
VA PALO ALTO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1207, USA Y N PN 0 CAD981374853 0.75
SCHLUMBERGER 3340 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1203, USA N N NF 0 CAD982400319 0.88
WATKINS JOHNSON 3333 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA N N NF 0 CAD061623229 0.97

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
NATIONAL SEMICONDUCTOR CORP 4001 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1218, USA 3 1988 N/A 94304NTNLS4001M 0.47
SYNTEX USA INC 3401 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1320, USA 2 1990 N/A 94304SYNTX3401H 0.59
DPIX LLC 3406 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1313, USA 12 2010 N/A 94304DPX003406H 0.66
QUALITY TECH 3400 Hillview Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1319, USA 12 1989 N/A 94304QLTYT3400H 0.88
XEROX CORP PALO ALTO RESEARCH CTR 3333 Coyote Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1314, USA 2 1991 N/A 94304XRXCR3333C 0.88

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Flood Risk Info

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VE 0 0 0 0

Flood Zone Type

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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
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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 1 5

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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