About 788 Ames Avenue
Bright and inviting, this classic home showcases all the hallmarks of midcentury modern design, enhanced by a thoughtfully designed second-story addition. Spanning nearly 3,000 square feet, the light-filled floorplan offers expansive living and family rooms, a well-appointed kitchen, a dining room, three cozy fireplaces, and numerous glass doors that create effortless indoor/outdoor living. Five comfortable bedrooms include two luxurious primary suites, one of which occupies the entire second floor for exceptional privacy. The peaceful backyard is a true retreat with generous patio space, a hot tub, and lush mature landscaping that creates a private, tranquil setting. Just minutes from Midtown Shopping Center, numerous parks, and Highway 101, this home also enjoys access to acclaimed Palo Verde Elementary, JLS Middle, and Gunn High (buyer to verify eligibility). *Rendering photo included.
Features of 788 Ames Avenue
| MLS® # | ML82057398 |
|---|---|
| Price | $4,488,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 4.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,949 |
| Year Built | 1960 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Other |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 788 Ames Avenue |
|---|---|
| City | Palo Alto |
| County | Santa Clara |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94303 |
Amenities
| Parking | Attached |
|---|---|
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Family Room, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Pantry, Smart Thermostat |
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| Appliances | Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Oven, Self Cleaning Oven |
| Heating | Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Other |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Fireplaces | 3 |
| Fireplaces | Family Room, Insert, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One Story |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Back Yard |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Level |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Palo Alto Unified |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 12th, 2026 |
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| Zoning | R1B7 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Deleon Realty |
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