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listing_id: ML81995706
status: Closed
price: 1287000
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1840
sqft_lot: 9895
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1952
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "981 Garden St"
city: East Palo Alto
state: CA
zip: 94303
county: "San Mateo County"
lat: 37.467047
lng: -122.133307
days_on_market: 397
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Jaime Gonzalez"
list_office: "Gonzalez Properties"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 364-2660"
list_agent_license: 01126649
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | San Mateo County | East Palo Alto | 94303 | 981 Garden St

981 Garden St, East Palo Alto, CA 94303

MLS: ML81995706 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,287,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 2 1,840 9,895 1952

Remarks

Situated on a generous 9,834+/- sq. ft. lot in East Palo Alto. Large 2,615 +/- sq ft of finished space with a flexible floorplan. 1,840+/- sq. ft. of living space. The living space is split with the "MAIN HOUSE" having 1,120+/- sq. ft. and an ADU with 720+/- sq. ft. each with 2-Bedrooms and 1-Bathroom. "MAIN HOUSE" offers well designed floorplan with ample space and modern updates. Both bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, and the home features a convenient laundry room and walk-in pantry for added storage. The remodeled kitchen and bathroom boast contemporary finishes that elevate the home's appeal. "ADU" features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom; offering versatility for guests, extended family, or rental income. With its spacious layout and prime location, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality and potential with front and rear parking. "775+/- sq ft ADDITIONAL FINISHED SPACE". The additional finished space offers many opportunities for your creativity for projects, recreation, or large scale entertainment.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML81995706
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1
Kitchen Countertop - Granite, Countertop - Tile, Exhaust Fan, Pantry
Appliances Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range - Electric, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Dining Room Dining Area in Living Room, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Family Room Other
Flooring Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Laundry Hookup - Gas Dryer
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air - Gas, Wall Furnace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition, Bitumen
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Style Ranch

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District Ravenswood City Elementary
High School District Sequoia Union High
Zoning R10025

Contact Information

Jaime Gonzalez
Gonzalez Properties
License #: 01126649
Phone: (650) 364-2660

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy public K-5 0.37 mi 4
Ravenswood Comprehensive Middle public 6-8 0.81 mi 4
Costano Elementary School public K-5 0.85 mi 3
Duveneck Elementary School public K-5 1.25 mi 9
Belle Haven Elementary School public K-5 1.67 mi 1
Addison Elementary School public K-5 1.74 mi 8
Walter Hays Elementary School public K-5 1.75 mi 9
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle public 6-8 1.97 mi 9
Ohlone Elementary School public K-5 2.00 mi 10
Laurel Elementary School public K-5 2.13 mi 10
Menlo-Atherton High School public 9-12 2.30 mi 8
Palo Alto High School public 9-12 2.44 mi 10
Tide Academy public 9-12 2.46 mi 9
Palo Alto Adult Education public UG 2.49 mi N/A
Palo Verde Elementary School public K-5 2.76 mi 8
El Carmelo Elementary School public K-5 2.87 mi 9
Encinal Elementary School public K-5 2.89 mi 9
Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford public K-12 3.09 mi N/A
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School public 6-8 3.24 mi 9
Fairmeadow Elementary School public K-5 3.29 mi 10

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of January 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Jaime Gonzalez, (650) 364-2660.