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listing_id: ML82003916
status: Closed
price: 3500000
beds: 4
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1768
sqft_lot: 8155
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1957
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "801 Talisman Dr"
city: Palo Alto
state: CA
zip: 94303
county: "Santa Clara County"
lat: 37.427722
lng: -122.113619
days_on_market: 341
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Brian Chancellor"
list_office: "Christie's International Real Estate Sereno"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 303-5511"
list_agent_license: 01174998
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Santa Clara County | Palo Alto | 94303 | 801 Talisman Dr

801 Talisman Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94303

MLS: ML82003916 | Status: Sold | Price: $3,500,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 3 1,768 8,155 1957

Remarks

This gorgeous and updated Eichler showcases the iconic features that define mid-century architecture: clean lines, walls of windows, slanted beamed ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open layout that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. The expansive open-concept kitchen offers an oversized island with breakfast bar, stainless-steel appliances and granite counters. The dining area includes built-ins, skylight, and a convenient desk nook, while the living room features a wood-burning fireplace and large glass slider that opens to the spacious and private rear patio. Two primary suites feature walk-in closets and one has a private entrance and wall of windows. Multiple outdoor spaces and patios including a large side yard with a charming detached office/flex space. Excellent South Palo Alto location close to the YMCA, the JCC, Ramos Park, Mitchell Park, and wonderful public schools: Palo Verde Elementary, JLS Middle, and Gunn High.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82003916
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-in Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathrooms Primary - Stall Shower(s), Full on Ground Floor
Kitchen Countertop - Granite, Island, Skylight(s)
Appliances Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Dining Area
Family Room Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring Other, Tile
Laundry Inside
Cooling Other
Heating Radiant Floors

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Bitumen
Foundation Slab
Style Eichler

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District Palo Alto Unified
High School District Palo Alto Unified
Sewer Public Sewer
E.V. Hookup Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 1 (120 volts)
Zoning R1B8

Contact Information

Brian Chancellor
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
License #: 01174998
Phone: (650) 303-5511

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Palo Verde Elementary School public K-5 0.16 mi 8
Fairmeadow Elementary School public K-5 0.46 mi 10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School public 6-8 0.52 mi 9
Herbert Hoover Elementary School public K-5 0.64 mi 9
Greendell School public K-12 0.93 mi N/A
El Carmelo Elementary School public K-5 0.93 mi 9
Ohlone Elementary School public K-5 0.96 mi 10
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle public 6-8 1.38 mi 9
Monta Loma Elementary School public K-5 1.54 mi 6
Barron Park Elementary School public K-5 1.67 mi 9
Juana Briones Elementary School public K-5 1.68 mi 10
Ellen Fletcher Middle public 6-8 1.83 mi 8
Duveneck Elementary School public K-5 1.85 mi 9
Crittenden Middle School public 6-8 1.92 mi 8
Walter Hays Elementary School public K-5 1.94 mi 9
Henry M. Gunn High School public 9-12 2.12 mi 10
Ardis G. Egan Junior High School public 7-8 2.18 mi 8
Theuerkauf Elementary School public K-5 2.25 mi 4
Stevenson Elementary School public K-5 2.34 mi 9
Escondido Elementary School public K-5 2.36 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 Brian Chancellor, (650) 303-5511.