About 207 Hawthorne Avenue
The actual location of the property is 171 Emerson St and 207 Hawthorne Ave. A downtown Palo Alto corner property combining a separate residence with multiple rental units and established rental income, this property combines classic residential character with proximity to University Avenues restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and Stanford Theatre. Nearby Johnson Park, Palo Alto Caltrain, and Stanford University enhance the locations residential and investment appeal. Top-tier local schools add desired value. Palo Alto was recently ranked #6 on Livability's "Top 100 Best Places to Live" in America. 171 Emerson Street offers a two-bedroom, two-bath residence. 207 Hawthorne Avenue includes 3 existing 1-bedroom, 1-bath units plus a 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU with permit issued. The 5-unit configuration offers multiple rental income streams for established portfolio builders and an opportunity for buyers considering a residence with additional rental income, low maintenance and in a high demand area. This is a compelling opportunity to establish or expand a real estate holding in desirable downtown Palo Alto.
Features of 207 Hawthorne Avenue
| MLS® # | ML82064495 |
|---|---|
| Price | $3,990,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 0.00 |
| Square Footage | 3,142 |
| Lot Size | 6,500 |
| Year Built | 1902 |
| Type | Residential Income |
| Sub-Type | Mixed Use |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 207 Hawthorne Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | 699 - Not Defined |
| City | Palo Alto |
| County | Santa Clara |
| Zip Code | 94301 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 3 |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Heating | Wall Furnace |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Wall/Window Unit(s) |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 2 |
Exterior
| Roof | Composition |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
School Information
| District | Palo Alto Unified |
|---|
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 13th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 1 |
| Zoning | RM3 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Lynne Tran |
|---|---|
| Office | Intero Real Estate Services |