Urban Comfort Meets Downtown Convenience 165 Forest Ave, Unit 2A, Palo Alto Effortless living in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. This bright and spacious 2-bed, 2-bath condo offers a rare blend of comfort, walkable convenience, and premium locationjust steps to Caltrain, Whole Foods, University Avenues shops, restaurants, and cafés. Located on the second floor of a secure, gated building, Unit 2A features a smart split-bedroom layout with open kitchen and central living space, ideal for both privacy and flow. Natural light fills the home, and the primary suite includes a private balconyperfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Enjoy air conditioning in every room, a rare and valuable amenity in this area. A full in-unit laundry room and private storage near parking add to daily convenience. Exceptional access: Your two deeded, side-by-side garage parking spaces are just steps from the elevator, which takes you directly to the units floor. Highlights: Downtown location | Gated building | Ideal 2 bed / 2 bath layout | Balcony off primary suite | AC throughout | In-unit laundry | Elevator access | Storage room | Top Palo Alto schools
Listed by Gary (gang) Liu
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License #02044861
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Coldwell Banker Realty
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408-569-0363
Listed by Lanlan Meng
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License #02160591
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Coldwell Banker Realty
Last updated September 08, 2025
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Source: MLSListings #ML82019142
Listing Facts
TypeCondo
NeighborhoodUniversity South
Bedrooms2
Days on Prevu14
HOA/Maint. Fees$870/month
Size1,285 sqft
Price per sqft$1,284
Amenities
Dishwasher
Pets Allowed
Location
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Listing History
08/25/2025
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty
$1,650,000
Property Details for 165 Forest Avenue 2A
Association
Fees
Association Fee: $870.00 Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Sewer
General
Association Name: Palo Alto Plaza
Exterior
Construction
Roof: Tar/Gravel
Stories: 1
Year Built: 1981
Year Built Details: 2
Measurements
Building Area Total: 1,285
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 120-61-015
Interior
Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total: 1
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum
Interior Features: Security Gate
Measurements
Living Area: 1,285
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bedrooms Total: 2
Parking
Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage: Yes
Schools
Elementary School
Elementary School: Addison 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: Multi-Zone, Window/Wall Unit
Heating: Electric
Laundry Features: Inside
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water - Public
Water Source: Public
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