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$3,585,179$1,598 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $969,500 on Nov 14, 2005

859 AMES AVE

PALO ALTO, CA 94303
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,243 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.6M
$3.3M low$3.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$969,500 · Nov 14, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,474 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,572,315 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$945,624
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$626,691
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,541,486

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.49
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
24
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
37
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
60
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.45 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySANTA CLARA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Palo Verde Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Henry M. Gunn High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Palo Alto Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94303These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.435

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.46,047
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,302 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$151,026
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$208,051
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.71%

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How this home compares

859 Ames Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 91% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Palo Alto 94303
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Palo Verde
  • Older than 84% of homes in Palo Verde

What homes are worth in Palo Alto 94303

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$657K$6M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Palo Alto 94303.

How it measures up in Palo Alto 94303

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palo Alto 94303.

Estimated value$3,585,179
CheaperTypical $1,852,451Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1598
CheaperTypical $1191Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area2,243 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,557 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 859 Ames Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalo VerdePalo Alto 94303Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,585,17972% of homes76% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$159849% of homes61% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than2,243 ft²73% of homes81% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac26% of homes56% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than195516% of homes57% of homes19% of homes

About 859 Ames Ave

How much is 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA is $3,585,179 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $3,347,148 to $3,823,210. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA last sell?

859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA last sold on Nov 14, 2005 for $969,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA?

859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,243 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA built?

859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA?

859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA is assigned to Palo Verde Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School (middle), rated A+; Henry M. Gunn High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Palo Alto Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA compare to other homes in Palo Alto 94303?

Among the 10,566 homes in Palo Alto 94303, it is worth more than 76% of them ($3,585,179 against a typical $1,852,451), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($1598 against a typical $1191), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,243 ft² against a typical 1,557 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1955 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 91% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 859 Ames Ave, Palo Alto, CA was $19,474. The county assessed it at $1,572,315.

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