Gorgeously Renovated Historic 3-Bedroom Retreat in Downtown North (Palo Alto) Apartment

This beautifully renovated 3 bed / 2 bath residence — approximately 1,050 sq ft — blends historic character with contemporary finishes in the highly desirable Downtown North neighborhood of Palo Alto. The home sits in a listed historic 1936 Art Deco (Streamline Moderne) building built by A. A. Smith, celebrated for its nautically inspired details including porthole windows, pipe railings, and curved balcony forms. Thoughtful, high-quality renovations preserve the building’s architectural provenance while delivering luxury class modern systems and finishes. The interior offers an open, light-filled plan anchored by wide-plank hard flooring throughout the main living areas. The chef-forward kitchen features white quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry with matte-black hardware, a deep undermount sink with a contemporary pull-down faucet, and stainless-steel appliances including a professional-style gas range and over-the-range microwave. Flush mount LED lighting washes the rooms in illumination. Both bathrooms are beautifully tiled with quality fixtures and thoughtful finishes. Large windows and French-style doors bring abundant natural light and connect the living spaces to a private outdoor patio that is ideal for al fresco dining and quiet relaxation. Practical conveniences include in-unit washer/dryer, whole-unit air conditioning for consistent comfort, and rear on-site parking. Set in coveted Downtown North, the home is moments from University Avenue’s shops, restaurants, and cafés, with easy access to Palo Alto Caltrain, Stanford University and the Stanford Shopping Center, excellent neighborhood parks and gardens, and direct routes to US-101 and I-280. Access to award-winning Palo Alto public schools. Addison Elementary School (K-5); Greene Middle School (6-8); and Palo Alto High School (9-12). Tenant to verify eligibility. 12-month lease minimum required. Tenant pays a reasonable utility reimbursement fee for water and garbage, in addition to the advertised rent. Shown by private appointment only. Call us today to schedule a tour: . Listing service offered by Robinson & Company Realtors, professional property managers.