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Studio - 2 Beds
$3,030 - $6,730
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653 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
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What This Townhouse Offers
Welcome to this beautifully updated home, located in the heart of one of Palo Alto's most sought after neighborhoods! Upon entering, you're greeted by a... spacious, open floor plan living room, complete with fireplace, natural light, and even a built-in desk and pre-installed TV mount. The kitchen features modern fixtures, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The second floor boasts 2 large bedrooms and an updated bathroom. The primary bedroom includes a balcony with a gorgeous view of the tree-lined property. The in-home laundry adjoins the bedrooms for convenience, and a mini-split cooling system throughout the home adds year-round comfort. There is secure parking in the underground garage. A beautiful community pool completes this wonderful opportunity. Located in a serene, friendly neighborhood, this property is served by Addison Elementary, Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle School, and Palo Alto High. Enjoy easy access to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, and Tesla HQ, with excellent public transportation options nearby. Rent includes HOA dues. Experience the best of Palo Alto living! MLS # ML82033271
Unit
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1250 sq. ft.
- Available Feb 1
Townhome Features
- Fireplace
653 Forest Ave is located in Palo Alto, California in the 94301 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Property Address: 653 Forest Ave,
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Listed by
Steve Rumberg | KRC Group Inc
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise91 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit51 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable89 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active72 / 100
Travel and Transit
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
23 min Drive
Airport
San Francisco International
29 min Drive
Airport
Metro Oakland International
41 min Drive
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Stanford University
Drive: 9 min (2.7 mi)
Menlo College
Drive: 8 min (3 mi)
Foothill College, Middlefield
Drive: 11 min (5.5 mi)
Canada College
Drive: 18 min (8.3 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 653 Forest Ave proximity to Town & Country Village, Stanford Shopping Center, and The Stanford Barn Shopping Center. Town & Country Village is 1.3 miles away, and Stanford Shopping Center is within a 24 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 51, 653 Forest Ave has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 8.4 miles. Transit options include Mountain View Station and Mountain View Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 653 Forest Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Junior Museum and Zoo, Hopkins Creekside Park, and Rinconada Park.
Airports
Living in Downtown Palo Alto provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 22 minutes from 653 Forest Ave. Another nearby airport is San Francisco International, located 20.3 miles away.
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