526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 Property Information
526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 Property Information
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Address
| Primary address | 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto |
| Zip code | 94301 |
| County | Santa Clara |
| Neighborhood | Crescent Park |
| Parcel ID | 003-03-047 |
Sales & Tax Overview for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
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| Sale date | 11/06/2018 |
| Sale price | $4,051,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $54,202 |
Lot & Building Information for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
| Building class | Single Family (01) |
| Acreage | 0.211
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Zoning, Use & Area Overview
| Zoning district | Two Family Residence District (R2) |
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Other Property Data for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
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About 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
Assessed at $4,518,961, the tax amount paid for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 is $54,286.
When was 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 last sold?526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 was last sold in 05/07/2026.
Ownership Information
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Past Sales & Property History for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
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| Purchase date | Purchase price | Buyer name | Seller name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2018 | $4,051,000 | Register | Register |
Title Documents for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
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Property Taxes for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
Access detailed property tax data for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $54,286 |
| Current property tax | $54,202 |
| Market value | $4,518,961 |
Assessment History for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $4,518,961 | 1.2013 | $54,286 | +4.35% |
| 2024-2025 | $4,430,355 | 1.1743 | $52,026 | +1.47% |
| 2023-2024 | $4,343,486 | 1.1804 | $51,271 | +1.13% |
| 2022-2023 | $4,258,321 | 1.1905 | $50,695 | +2.01% |
| 2021-2022 | $4,174,826 | 1.1904 | $49,697 | +2.17% |
Permits for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
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Risk
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | AH (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
Transportation
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Schools
Nearest elementary schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tru School | NR | Private | K-6 | 24 | 0.29 |
| Addison Elementary School | 7 | Public | K-5 | 331 | 0.50 |
| St. Elizabeth Seton | NR | Private | PK-8 | 254 | 0.54 |
| St. Elizabeth Seton | NR | Private | PK-8 | 254 | 0.54 |
| Alto International School | NR | Private | PK-12 | 247 | 0.65 |
Nearest middle schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Elizabeth Seton | NR | Private | PK-8 | 254 | 0.54 |
| Alto International School | NR | Private | PK-12 | 247 | 0.65 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep | 5 | Charter | K-8 | 619 | 0.71 |
| AltSchool Palo Alto | NR | Private | PK, K-8 | 0 | 0.84 |
| Castilleja School | NR | Private | 6-12 | 430 | 0.99 |
Nearest high schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alto International School | NR | Private | PK-12 | 247 | 0.65 |
| Castilleja School | NR | Private | 6-12 | 430 | 0.99 |
| Palo Alto High School | 9 | Public | 9-12 | 1,992 | 1.07 |
| Palo Alto Adult Education | NR | Public | 0 | 1.14 | |
| Menlo-Atherton High School | 7 | Public | 9-12 | 2,125 | 1.29 |
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Neighbors for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto
Here are the neighbors for 526 Seneca Street, Palo Alto.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 460 Hale St, Palo Alto | 03/11/2020 | ||
| 955 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto | 07/17/2015 | ||
| 404 Seneca St, Palo Alto | 02/01/2017 | ||
| 365 Guinda St, Palo Alto | 05/06/2010 | ||
| 950 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto | 03/18/2013 | ||
| 400 Hale St, Palo Alto | 08/22/2006 | ||
| 870 Lytton Ave, Palo Alto | 12/20/2011 | $372,727 | |
| 850 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto | 08/30/2001 | $257,000 | |
| 821 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto | 09/28/2012 | ||
| 800 University Ave, Palo Alto | 9,856 | 11/03/2006 | |
| 939 University Ave, Palo Alto | 03/11/2013 | ||
| 817 University Ave, Palo Alto | 5,321 | 03/26/2025 | $4,400,000 |
| 850 Lytton Ave, Palo Alto | 09/18/2012 | ||
| 805 University Ave, Palo Alto | 05/08/1998 | $615,000 | |
| 875 University Ave, Palo Alto | 18,888 | 06/02/2016 | |
| 859 Lytton Ave, Palo Alto | 02/07/2014 | ||
| 424 Seneca St, Palo Alto | 04/14/2021 | ||
| 950 University Ave, Palo Alto | 08/01/2024 | ||
| 861 University Ave, Palo Alto | 14,860 | 06/02/2016 | |
| 656 Hale St, Palo Alto | 03/10/2017 | $3,800,000 |