840 Talisman Drive

Rarely available original Eichler in a highly desirable Palo Verde neighborhood. This 4 BR/2 BA home has 1636 sf of living space on a 8000 sf, lushly landscaped parcel. Offering a serene and sophisticated feel with the perfect blend of indoor/outdoor living and distinctive Eichler features that include floor-to-ceiling windows, mahogany paneling, radiant heating, exposed wood beams, tongue and groove ceilings, original globe lighting, and a durafoam roof. Bountiful light fills the property w/6 skylights and floor-to-ceiling glass. Wonderful curb appeal w/mature trees, and shrubs. Modern great room with corner fireplace and sliding door to the yard. The kitchen offers ample counter space and storage. Light-filled family room w/ and dining area. Primary suite offers an attached bath and a slider to the yard. Hall bath has a tub/shower combo and an attached laundry area. The private wrap-around yard has a bounty of fruit trees and a flagstone path w/custom outdoor pergola. The house is raised on the parcel from street level for optimal drainage. Steps to the PA Family YMCA, Eichler Swim & Tennis Club and a few blocks to the library/community center. Easy access to freeways & high-tech companies. Top PA schools: Palo Verde Elementary, Jane Lathrop Middle & Gunn High School.

Days on Market

35 days

Current Status

Sold

Sold Price

$3,710,000

Over List Price

23.7%

Original Price

$2,998,000

List Price

$2,998,000

On Market Date

Mar 17, 2025

Contract Date

Mar 27, 2025

Close Date

Apr 18, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

233 - South Palo Alto

Zip Code

94303

MLS ID

ML81995769

APN

127-45-048

Year Built

1957

Stories in Building

1

Possession

COE

COE

Apr 18, 2025

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

4

Bath

2

Full on Ground Floor, Outside Access, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Skylight, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub

Parking

4

Covered Parking, Enclosed, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Workshop in Garage

SQ FT

1,636

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

8,000.0

Lot Acres

0.183655 Acres

Kitchen

Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Electric, Refrigerator

Cooling

None

Dining Room

Dining Area in Family Room, No Formal Dining Room, Skylight

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure, NHDS Report

Family Room

Kitchen / Family Room Combo

Flooring

Carpet, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum

Foundation

Concrete Slab, Post and Beam

Fire Place

Living Room, Wood Burning, Other

Heating

Radiant, Radiant Floors

Laundry

Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Washer / Dryer, Other

Views

Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood

Possession

COE

Architectural Style

Contemporary, Eichler, Flat, Modern / High Tech

Fee

Unavailable

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