Rarely available, this enchanting Cape Cod home offers abundant natural light in convenient location just blocks from downtown Menlo Park and Palo Alto. Originally built in the 1940s and updated over the years, it features hardwood floors throughout, plentiful south-facing windows, and French doors. An inviting foyer opens to a bright living room with a gas fireplace, brick surround, double-hung windows, and views of Lyle Park. The adjacent formal dining area connects to an outdoor porch, the kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cook-top, and double ovens. French doors from the primary bedroom open to the private backyard with a lawn and deck for outdoor dining and relaxation. A front-facing second bedroom shares an updated bath with tiled walls and a tub-shower combination. A gated driveway leads to a detached two-car garage. Central air conditioning, a Nest thermostat, and indoor laundry enhance everyday comfort. Enjoy as is or explore opportunities to expand, remodel, or build new. Across the street, Lyle Park offers a play structure, basketball court, and fields. Fantastic location, just blocks to downtown shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, Cal Train, excellent Menlo Park schools, Stanford University,Stanford hospital and downtown Palo Alto.
712 University Drive: Sold $2,350,000 · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,520 sqft · Aug 2026 · 0.2 mi Coldwell Banker Realty | DRE #01325031 Buyer's agent: Leslie Woods, Christie's International Real Estate Sereno | DRE #01855901
900 Wallea Drive: Sold $10,700,000 · 6 bd · 1 ba · 5,115 sqft · Sep 2026 · 0.3 mi Coldwell Banker Realty | DRE #01215831 Buyer's agent: Shuwu Song | DRE #01525887
854 Cambridge Avenue: Sold $9,500,000 · 7 bd · 8 ba · 4,348 sqft · Aug 2026 · 0.3 mi Compass | DRE #02058607 Buyer's agent: Young Platinum Group, Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty | DRE #70010130
740 Roble Avenue: Sold $2,325,000 · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,145 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.4 mi Compass | DRE #00952657 Buyer's agent: JJ Team:Jones/Cassel, Intero Real Estate Services | DRE #70010114
623 Middle Avenue: Sold $1,710,000 · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,460 sqft · Aug 2026 · 0.4 mi Coldwell Banker Realty | DRE #02015538 Buyer's agent: Beth Leathers, Coldwell Banker Realty | DRE #01131116
655 Roble Avenue: Sold $1,900,000 · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,240 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.4 mi
7 Artisan Way: Sold $1,800,000 · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,343 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.5 mi SFBay Realty | DRE #01710402 Buyer's agent: Robert Luecke, ShopProp Inc. | DRE #01881220
1225 San Mateo Drive: Sold $6,400,000 · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,410 sqft · Jun 2026 · 0.5 mi Realty World-Bianchi & Associates | DRE #01029773 Buyer's agent: Young Platinum Group, Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty | DRE #70010130
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