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Light-filled home 3 miles from Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA

Palo Alto, California, United States
Rates from USD $6000 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From July 1, 2024

Description

Two-bedroom, two bath house is located on quiet cul-de-sac that's a 10-minute walk to Midtown shopping center and a 20-minute walk to California Avenue shopping center with its Caltrain station, free bus to Stanford campus, and Sunday farmers' market. House is 1640 sq. ft. Flooring is hardwood, stone tiles (bathrooms), and Saltillo tiles (kitchen & dining room). Living room, large dining room, and kitchen are visually connected with arches above half-wall counters and with lots of storage below. W/D are conveniently located in kitchen. French doors open from the dining room to the back patio, and from the master bedroom to the back yard. Hall bathroom has lots of storage space and a shower. Front bedroom has a built-in window seat/twin bed and another twin trundle bed, as well as pocket doors that can open to the living room or be closed for privacy. For guests, the window seat can be opened to make a California King bed. Master bath has whirlpool tub and a steam shower. Raised vegetable beds are in front yard and orchard in back. Parking is in driveway and on street; Owner lives in cottage in back and can be there to help with any questions. I'm a former high school Spanish teacher and love having families with small children.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
6,400 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From July 1, 2024

Minimum Stay

1 Month | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Prefer 12 months, academic year, or 2-3 summer months

Location

House in Palo Alto, California, United States

Closest University

Stanford University

Neighborhood

Midtown, Palo Alto

Comments: Midtown Palo Alto

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Mountains
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $6000 Monthly

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: Includes all utilities and WiFi

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

Ask about the availability of a car

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with my pet(s)

Two two-year-old litter mates, F and M, who are indoor/outdoor cats, but can easily be banned from the house if cat allergies are an issue

I may need help with mail and deliveries

Mail is delivered to the inside of the front hall closet, and I ask the renters to sort mine out and bring back to the cottage.

I may need help with plants or garden

If you like to garden, my house has vegetable beds, flower beds, and fruit trees.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Creative

Piano

Comments: Original 1939 wood-burning fireplace; gas barbecue; two televisions

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2016

Trust Score (19)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic

Listing Owner

Member Since 2016

Trust Score (19)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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