Experience European elegance in this renovated property on one of Palo Altos most premier streets. The home was meticulously restored by DeMattei Construction while preserving its original charm, circa 1926, with features like richly hued hardwood floors, towering arched windows, and 7 fireplaces. The 3-level main home, with elevator, has 5 en suite bedrooms one which is being used as an office, plus there is a separate 1-bedroom guest house with full kitchen. There is a handsomely appointed library, wine storage for approximately 900 bottles, a French La Cornue range, plus a recreation room with bar. The outdoor space is wonderful for entertaining with a stunning Murano glass and gold mosaic pool inspired by Hearst Castle, vast antiqued limestone terrace, and professionally landscaped gardens on more than one-half acre. With its prime Crescent Park location, minutes to shops on University Ave, as well as acclaimed Palo Alto schools, this property offers the perfect blend of old-world elegance and luxurious modern comfort.
Details for 51 CRESCENT DR
$2,272 / Sq Ft
3 parking spaces
Central Forced Air - Gas, Heating - 2+ Zones
24 Days on website
0.54 acres lot
Interior
Bathroom
Double Sinks, Half On Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub With Jets, Sauna, Shower Over Tub - 1, Stone, Tile, Tub In Primary Bedroom
Bathrooms Full
5
Bathrooms Half
3
Bathrooms Total
8
Bedrooms
Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
Bedrooms Total
5
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Outside, Primary Bedroom, Other
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Stone, Tile
Laundry Features
Dryer, Tub / Sink, Upper Floor, Washer, Washer / Dryer
Living Area
6,374 SqFt.
Building And Construction
Accessibility Features
Elevator / Lift
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Type
Residential
Security Features
["Secured Garage / Parking", "Security Alarm "]
Year Built
1927
Exterior And Lot
Carport_ Min
1
Garage Spaces
3
Lot Features
Grade - Level
Lot Size Acres
0.54
Lot Size Area Maximum Units
Square Feet
Lot Size Area Minimum Units
Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet
23522
Maximum Lot Size
23522.00
Minimum Lot Size
23522.00
Parking Features
Detached Garage, Electric Gate, Gate / Door Opener
Parking Total
3
Pool Features
["Heated - Solar", "Pool - Heated", "Pool - In Ground", "Spa - Gas", "Spa - In Ground", "Spa - Jetted"]
Yard/Grounds
Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Fenced, Outdoor Fireplace
Zoning
R1929
Utilities
Cooling
["Central AC", "Multi-Zone"]
Heating
Central Forced Air - Gas, Heating - 2+ Zones
Area And Schools
City
PALO ALTO
County Or Parish
Santa Clara
Elem School District Text
Palo Alto Unified
High School District Text
Palo Alto Unified
School District
481
Financial Info
Buyer Agency Compensation*
2%
*The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.
Additional Info
Additional Listing Info
Not Applicable
Amenities Misc.
Bay Window, High Ceiling , Open Beam Ceiling, Security Gate, Skylight, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet , Wet Bar