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About this Property
Urban Comfort Meets Downtown Convenience 165 Forest Ave, Unit 2A, Palo Alto Effortless living in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. This bright and spacious 2-bed, 2-bath condo offers a rare blend of comfort, walkable convenience, and premium locationjust steps to Caltrain, Whole Foods, University Avenues shops, restaurants, and cafés. Located on the second floor of a secure, gated building, Unit 2A features a smart split-bedroom layout with open kitchen and central living space, ideal for both privacy and flow. Natural light fills the home, and the primary suite includes a private balconyperfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Enjoy air conditioning in every room, a rare and valuable amenity in this area. A full in-unit laundry room and private storage near parking add to daily convenience. Exceptional access: Your two deeded, side-by-side garage parking spaces are just steps from the elevator, which takes you directly to the units floor. Highlights: Downtown location | Gated building | Ideal 2 bed / 2 bath layout | Balcony off primary suite | AC throughout | In-unit laundry | Elevator access | Storage room | Top Palo Alto schools
MLS Listing Information
MLS #
ML82019142
MLS Source
MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site
4
Interior Features
Bedrooms
Primary Suite/Retreat - 2+
Bathrooms
Showers over Tubs - 2+, Solid Surface, Tile
Appliances
Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room
Dining Area in Living Room
Family Room
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace
Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum
Laundry
Inside
Cooling
Multi-Zone, Window/Wall Unit
Heating
Electric
Exterior Features
Roof
Tar/Gravel
Foundation
Reinforced Concrete
Parking, School, and Other Information
Garage/Parking
Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District
Palo Alto Unified
High School District
Palo Alto Unified
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
HOA Fee
$870
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Zoning
CDS
Contact Information
Listing Agent
Gary (gang) Liu
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 02044861
Phone: (408) 569-0363
Co-Listing Agent
Lanlan Meng
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 02160591
Phone: (803) 404-1992
Neighborhood: Around This Home
Neighborhood: Local Demographics
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165 Forest Ave 2a is a Condominium in Palo Alto, CA 94301. This 1,285 square foot property sits on a – Sq Ft Lot and features 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,650,000 and was built in 1981. This address can also be written as 165 Forest Ave 2a, Palo Alto, CA 94301.
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This listing information is up-to-date as of August 29, 2025. For the most current information, please contact Gary (gang) Liu, (408) 569-0363
