643 Channing Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA


Property Overview:

643-645 Channing Ave is a multi-family property in Palo Alto, CA, originally built in 1926. The property features a 4-bedroom, 3-bath main house and a detached apartment complex with four 1-bedroom, 1-bath units. The total living space is approximately 4,580 sq. ft. on a 10,000 sq. ft. lot. Amenities include a parking garage, carport with multiple spaces, fireplace, cooling system, hardwood floors, private deck/yard, and shared laundry facilities.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Population:

    • 15,402 residents (17% growth since 2000)
    • 50% families with children
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.56%)
    • Second largest: 25-34 years (13.36%)
  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 4.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 10.7% (slightly lower than state average of 10.8%)
    • Relatively safe neighborhood
  • Schools:

    • Top-rated nearby schools:
      • Addison Elementary (#10 in CA, 1.2 mi)
      • Greene Middle (#12 in CA, 1.2 mi)
      • Palo Alto High School (#5 in CA, 1.1 mi)
    • Average SAT score: 1221 (Math: 626, English: 595) — well above state average (975)
  • Job Market:

    • 80.8% white-collar jobs, 19.2% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
    • Close to Silicon Valley employers and Stanford University
  • 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
    • Mild winters, warm summers
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $132,129
    • Average annual spending: $83,423

Property Features:

  • Main Residence:

    • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
    • Two-story layout
    • Hardwood floors
    • Well-appointed kitchen
    • Private deck/yard
    • Fireplace
  • Investment Units:

    • Four 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartments
    • Shared laundry facilities
    • Inviting patio
  • Parking:

    • Garage
    • Carport/driveway with 4–6 parking spaces
  • Turnkey investment opportunity with income potential


Location Benefits:

  • Prime location near downtown Palo Alto
  • Close proximity to top-rated schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, and Stanford University
  • Easy access to Silicon Valley’s high-tech employers
  • Highly desirable, dynamic community
  • Ranked #6 Best Place to Live in America (Palo Alto)
  • Ideal for families, professionals, and investors

Price and Status History

date type price
1971-12-01 Off Market 67400
2001-03-06 For Sale 2350000
2001-04-18 For Sale 2150000
2001-09-13 For Sale 1835000
2005-04-06 Sold 1800000
2005-06-03 Sold 1417500
2022-05-13 For Sale 5250000
2022-05-14 Pending NaN
2022-08-11 For Sale NaN
2022-08-12 Pending NaN
2025-05-01 For Sale 4495000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

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Toxic Release Inventory

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Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

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Flood Risk Info

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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

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Very high 0 0 0 3

Wild fire Risk Info

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Very High 0 0 0 0

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