luxury contemporary house for sale East Palo Alto, United States

Award-winning Old Palo Alto elegance, reimagined for modern living. Custom-built in 2018 and thoughtfully remodeled in 2024, the residence beautifully blends the timeless architectural character of Old Palo Alto with sophisticated contemporary design that expands to a 5.512-sqf mansion. Set on a 10,000-square-foot lot, the home unfolds across three beautifully appointed levels designed for both refined entertaining and comfortable living. White oak floors, exceptional natural light, and a dramatic glass-wrapped floating staircase establish a striking architectural presence. Open living and dining spaces flow effortlessly into the modern chefs kitchen, appointed with sleek white lacquer cabinetry, elegant quartzite finishes, premium appliances, a casual dining area, and an adjoining family room with thoughtfully designed built-in storage. The residence offers five bedrooms, five baths and a spacious office that can be easily repurposed into the 6th bedroom with richly built in storage. Upstairs, three en-suite bedrooms include a luxurious primary retreat with a private balcony. The lower level provides two additional bedrooms with a spacious, beautifully finished bath, complemented by generous recreation, media cinema and fitness spaces and wine cellar. Top Palo Alto schools.

There is a particular quiet at 411 Glenwood Avenue, and it has nothing to do with the address and everything to do with what is missing from the view. Stand on the main level and look out through walls of glass, and the first thing you notice is the treetops. The second is what you do not see: neighbors. Oak canopy, dappled light, and the open expanse of the Joan Olson Preserve fill the windows instead, so the sense of being tucked into the trees, private and unbothered, follows you from the kitchen to the deck to the primary suite upstairs. Friends who visit tend to call it the treehouse. The name sticks. The house itself is a genuine mid-century original, built in 1959 and gently modernized without losing its bones. Mohagany wood paneling, a brick fireplace, and warm cork and hardwood floors carry the era through the main living spaces. The kitchen is open to the great room, with stone counters, a gas cooktop, and seating for the kind of morning where nobody is in a hurry. Walls of glass open the indoors onto a broad deck built for slow dinners and longer conversations, with the preserve as a backdrop instead of a fence line. Upstairs, the bedrooms offer that same treetop view that defines the rest of the house. Downstairs, the floorplan offers so many possibilities. An open room with a slider to a flat yard surrounded by greenery could be an office, play room or flex space. Next to it is an en suite bedroom with a sliding door opening to a private patio. There is also a storage room that could function as a cozy office, plus laundry and additional storage areas. Cross the street and you are not on a street anymore. A trailhead into the Joan Olson Preserve sits directly across from the house, and it functions less like a scenic bonus and more like a second driveway. Regulars use it as a shortcut into downtown Woodside on foot, coffee in hand, oaks overhead the entire way. It is the kind of amenity that is nearly impossible to find on the Peninsula: genuine nature access, at the front door, that also happens to be the fastest way to town. Speaking of town, downtown Woodside is close enough to be a daily habit rather than a special trip. The Village Bakery, Buck's, and the everyday rhythm of small-town Woodside life are minutes away, while Highway 280 keeps the rest of the Peninsula and the city within easy reach. The property also sits within the Woodside Elementary School District, a TK through 8 program that consistently draws some of the strongest ratings in the state, a rare thing to find paired with this kind of privacy and land. 411 Glenwood is not a house that asks you to choose between nature and convenience, privacy and walkability, an easy commute and the feeling of being away from it all. It offers all of it at once, quietly, the way the best Woodside properties always have.

Back on the market with a FRESH NEW LOOK - modern, refined, and beautifully reimagined. This FULLY REMODELED 3BD/2.5BA residence offers 1,714 SF of bright, contemporary living space, with meticulously upgraded, brand-new flooring throughout. The primary suite features an elegantly updated bathroom with a new stall shower, premium fixtures, and sleek quartz countertops, creating a spa-inspired retreat. Convenience meets luxury with an upstairs laundry room complete with a washer and dryer for today's busy households. The kitchen showcases quartz waterfall countertops, a new built-in microwave, a new stainless steel dishwasher, sink, and matching fixtures for a cohesive, modern finish. The living area is elevated by a striking Italian porcelain fireplace surround, adding both warmth and architectural sophistication. Soaring ceilings, a flowing open layout, and the security of a gated community enhance the home's sense of comfort and exclusivity. Perfectly positioned near shopping and dining, steps from Starbucks, top schools, major freeways, and public transit, this location offers unmatched convenience. Just 14 minutes to META HQ and Silicon Valley, with easy access to Palo Alto, Stanford University, PAMF, and the VA Hospital, commuting and daily errands become effortless.

Nestled in a prestigious Los Altos community, this stunning 2015-built home offers the perfect blend of modern design and upscale living. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 3,259 sqft of thoughtfully designed living space on an 8,188 sqft lot, this home provides both elegance and comfort. The exterior showcases a sophisticated mix of cedar and stacked stone, creating a bold first impression. Inside, luxurious finishes include exotic cabinetry, designer lighting, and expansive windows that frame breathtaking views of the hills and ridges. The gourmet kitchen boasts a high-end gas stove and top-tier appliances, seamlessly flowing into the spacious family roomideal for both relaxation and entertaining. Step outside to a private backyard oasis, perfect for outdoor living, while the elegant paver driveway adds to the homes curb appeal. With solar panels and two electric car charging stations, this home offers sustainable, eco-friendly living. The oversized 2-car garage provides additional convenience. This home is a true gem, combining luxury, modern amenities, and sustainability in one exquisite package. Dont miss the chance to make it yours!

Behind private gates, SOLSTICE is an extraordinary modern contemporary estate designed by internationally acclaimed architect Robert Swatt of Swatt | Miers Architects. Set on 1.26+/- acres with sweeping Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay views, the property pairs architectural distinction with exceptional privacy. The 8,877+/- SF main residence, and an 800+/- SF detached guest house offer 7 beds/11 baths, 24-foot living room ceilings, Fleetwood pocketing glass walls, European oak floors, Level V walls, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The chefs kitchen features induction and gas cooking, Poggenpohl cabinetry and Gaggenau appliances. Two primary suites, executive office, fitness/flex room, elevator, temperature and humidity-controlled wine cellar, wet bar, and Russ Berger theater enhance the interiors. Resort-like grounds feature a zero-edge infinity pool and spa, Ipe terraces, linear gas fireplaces, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, putting green, Cabernet vineyard, fruit trees, mature landscaping, and majestic oak trees. Savant automation, Sonance audio, 57 solar panels, and a 4-car garage with a workshop complete this remarkable Los Altos Hills estate. Conveniently located minutes from Stanford, major Silicon Valley technology campuses, world-class dining, and premier shopping.