# 3161 Emerson ST, Palo Alto, CA 94306

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/3ba single family, $2,998,000 ($1594/sqft), built 1950, 1,881 sqft.
> Fireplace, Hardwood. Est. $12,991/mo.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $2,998,000 |
| Price/sqft | $1594 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 full |
| Square Feet | 1,881 |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Lot Size | 6,251 sqft (0.14 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Other) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 0 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Throughout the home

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $12,991 |
| **Total** | **$12,991** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- Hardwood

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1950
- 0.14 acre lot
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Located on a sought-after block in Midtown Palo Alto, this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers generous living spaces, timeless mid-century character, & an exceptional opportunity to update, expand, or build new. Set on a 6,250sf lot, the home welcomes you through a private front courtyard anchored by a beautiful Japanese maple, creating a serene setting for indoor-outdoor living. The light-filled living room features vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, a dramatic wall of windows, rich wood paneling, parquet floors, & a wood-burning fireplace. The adjoining kitchen & family room provide an ideal gathering space with granite tile countertops, a center island, recessed lighting, and sliding doors opening to the backyard. The upstairs primary suite offers a private balcony, walk-in closet, and bright bath with skylights and dual vanities. Three additional bedrooms on the main level showcase distinctive architectural details including parquet flooring, vaulted ceilings, wood-paneled accents, and exposed beam ceilings. Combining spacious living areas and a premier Midtown location near parks, shopping, dining, and sought-after Palo Alto schools, this property presents a rare opportunity to create your dream home in one of Palo Alto's most desirable neighborhoods.

## Location

- **Address:** 3161 Emerson ST, Palo Alto, CA 94306
- **Coordinates:** 37.423086, -122.129264
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=37.423086,-122.129264

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Zach Trailer
- **Brokerage:** Compass
- **Phone:** 6509068008
- **Email:** ztrailer@zachtrailer.com

## Primary Photo

![3161 Emerson ST - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f4dc6ad3d96ee26f50741316c513415bl-f3406364835r.jpg)

*24 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/3161-emerson-st-palo-alto-ca-94306-82050365)*

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**MLS#:** ML82050365 | **Updated:** 2026-06-19
**Source:** listhub

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