290 West Charleston Road

$2,598,000 1,552 SQ FT
$1,674 SQ/FT

290 West Charleston Road

@ Ruthelma - 233 - South Palo Alto, Palo Alto

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  • 4 Bed
  • 2 Bath
  • 2 Park
  • 1,552 sqft
  • PALO ALTO
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Message John L. Woodruff III
  • Sat Aug 8, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Mid-Century gem! Easy parking on Ruthelma and Park.

  • Sun Aug 9, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Mid-Century gem! Easy parking on Ruthelma and Park.

Embrace a quintessential slice of Palo Alto history with this rare mid-century modern gem, loved by the same family for over 50 years. This four-bedroom, two-bathroom home perfectly balances its architectural heritage with thoughtful, move-in-ready updates and access to outstanding Palo Alto schools. The home has been attentively refreshed, featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, a crisp palette of interior and exterior paint, a kitchen equipped with new appliances, and fresh landscaping. Located in one of the most sought-after pockets of the Peninsula, the lifestyle here is unmatched. You are moments away from the eateries at Charleston Plaza, Cubberley Community Center and Midtown, along with the endless amenities of the El Camino corridor nearby. For those who love the outdoors, local parks and recreation spots are easily accessible. Positioned for a seamless lifestyle, the home offers an easy commute to Silicon Valley tech hubs with quick access to Highway 101 and I-280. This lovely, move-in-ready home provides the ideal canvas to bring your own creative vision to a classic mid-century setting.

Days on Market
1 day
Current Status
Active
Original Price
$2,598,000
List Price
$2,598,000
On Market Date
Aug 6, 2026
Property Type
Single Family Home
Area
233 - South Palo Alto
Zip Code
94306
MLS ID
ML82056802
APN
132-45-078
Year Built
1951
Stories in Building
1
Possession
Unavailable
Data Source
MLSL
Origin MLS System
MLSListings, Inc.
Bed
4
Bath
2
Shower and Tub
Parking
2
Attached Garage
SQ FT
1,552
SQ FT Source
Unavailable
Lot SQ FT
5,995.0
Lot Acres
0.137626 Acres
Kitchen
220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Refrigerator
Cooling
None
Dining Room
Dining Area in Living Room
Disclosures
NHDS Report
Family Room
No Family Room
Flooring
Vinyl / Linoleum
Foundation
Concrete Slab
Fire Place
Wood Burning
Heating
Radiant Floors
Laundry
Inside, Washer / Dryer
Architectural Style
Eichler
Fee
Unavailable

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