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161 Primrose WayPalo Alto, CA 94303

For Sale

$9,495,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $94,950

A whole-home designer renovation, along with the addition of a unique ADU currently designed for poolside entertaining, has transformed this property into a luxury showcase for indoor/outdoor living. While preserving its original Victorian aesthetic, the home has been reimagined with designer appointments and modern sophistication. A formal dining room and richly paneled library/office give way to a sunroom, family room, and gourmet kitchen combination that opens to the rear grounds. Upstairs, 5 spacious bedrooms include the primary suite and two that have en suite baths and loft playrooms. A wraparound arbor-covered deck off the primary suite features spiral stairs leading to the pool, spa, and expansive terrace with a fireplace. Known as The Barn, the ADU offers a charming rustic retreat with restaurant-style seating, perfect for entertaining. Located in sought-after Green Gables, this home enjoys proximity to Stanford University and acclaimed Palo Alto schools

Listed by Brent & Mary Gullixson

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License #70001879

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Compass

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650-888-0860

Last updated August 18, 2025

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Source: MLSListings #ML82003993

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodDuveneck - St. Francis
  • Bedrooms5
  • Days on Prevu140
  • Size3,685 sqft
  • Price per sqft$2,577

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Pets Allowed
  • Parking
  • Swimming Pool

Location

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Listing History

04/24/2025
Listed by Compass
$9,495,000

Property Details for 161 Primrose Way

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Year Built Details: 2
  • Architectural Style: Victorian

Features

  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Other Structures: Pool House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back Yard, Balcony/Patio
  • Pool Features: In Ground

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 3,685
  • Lot Features: Grade - Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.30
  • Lot Size Area: 13,340
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13,340
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 003-40-042

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Fireplace Features: Other, Outside
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: High Ceiling
  • Spa Features: Other

Measurements

  • Living Area: 3,685

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 5

Parking

Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Duveneck Elementary
  • Elementary School District: Palo Alto Unified

High School

  • High School: Palo Alto High
  • High School District: Palo Alto Unified

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: David Starr Jordan Middle_1

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Utilities: Public Utilities, Water - Public
  • Water Source: Public

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