542 Everett Ave A, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA


Property Overview:

542 Everett Ave Unit A is a condominium in Palo Alto, CA 94301, built in 1982. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,469 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is between $1,545,827 and $1,707,000. Estimated rent: $3,772–$4,657/month.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 4.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 10.7% (about the same as state average of 10.8%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Addison Elementary, Palo Alto High, Frank S. Greene Junior Middle, and Packard Children’s Hospital/Stanford.

    • Average SAT score: 1221 (626 Math, 595 English)—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%); 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:

  • Desirable and spacious floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (note: listing and summary differ; verify with agent).
  • Large living room, separate dining room, and private patio.
  • Attached 2-car garage.
  • Downtown living opportunity in a sought-after location.

Location Benefits:

  • Central Palo Alto: Walkable to downtown amenities, shopping, and dining.
  • Excellent schools and family-friendly community.
  • Commuter-friendly: Easy access to major tech employers and transit.
  • Safe, vibrant neighborhood with strong job market and high quality of life.

Price and Status History

date type price
2019-10-06 For Sale NaN
2020-01-01 For Sale 1683977
2021-01-01 For Sale 1713445
2022-01-01 For Sale 1614471
2023-01-01 For Sale 1670755
2023-08-30 Off Market NaN
2024-01-01 For Sale 1709946
2025-03-27 For Sale 1295000
2025-04-04 Pending 1295000
2025-04-21 Sold 1270000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY 345 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025-3561, USA Y N NF 0 CA2470090364 0.71

Toxic Release Inventory

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Flood Risk Info

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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.

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