Welcome Home to one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the entire Bay Area! Easy and quick bike ride to Stanford and Downtown Palo Alto!
One of a kind home that exudes the love and care that the owners have for it! This is our first time renting it, so we are looking for tenants that will treat the home as their own and appreciate all the beauty and the lifestyle it provides.
Built in 1950, the home has had only 2 owners. The original owner loved his gardens and you will love the avocado, apple. plum and persimmon trees in the back yard! If you love to garden, there are raised beds and irrigation ready for you! Large 8712 sqft lot.
The separate office space/studio in the backyard is perfect for a game room, artist studio, music room, man cave/she shed- You will love it!
The home has gorgeous hardwood floors, all the charm of Palo Alto original homes but with a modern and very tasteful touch. Kitchen features a gas stove and stainless appliances. Lots of light in this eat in area. Additional formal dining area, yes! Cozy family room with fireplace insert. Sunshine beams through every window. You will love coming home!
The primary bedroom is spacious, overlooks the backyard with California doors allowing indoor/outdoor enjoyment. The ensuite bathroom has the spacious feel of a spa, with the tub dreams are made of, dual sinks, and extra large rain shower.
Bike shed in front for those that love to ride or bike to work! This home is centrally located and right in the mix of the healthy urban lifestyle! Offers the very best of the Bay Area!
Gunn High School, Baron Elementary School, Fletcher Middle School
Gardener is included.
No Pets Please!
The home is professionally managed and maintained by SVPMG.
House for rent
$8,000/mo
253 Fernando Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306
4beds
2,050sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Fri Jul 25 2025
No pets
-- A/C
Hookups laundry
-- Parking
Fireplace
What's special
Raised bedsEnsuite bathroomCalifornia doorsFormal dining areaLots of lightExtra large rain showerGorgeous hardwood floors
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Looking to buy when your lease ends?
Consider a first-time homebuyer savings account designed to grow your down payment with up to a 6% match & 4.15% APY.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Hookups
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Backyard Paradise, Freestanding Tub, Fruit Trees, Modern Kitchen, Separate Studio, Stainless Steel Appliances, Updated Bathrooms
Details
- Parcel number: 13234018
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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7/22/2025 | Price change | $8,000-5.9%$4/sqft |
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7/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $8,500-3.4%$4/sqft |
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7/3/2025 | Listing removed | $8,800$4/sqft |
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5/24/2025 | Price change | $8,800-7.4%$4/sqft |
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5/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $9,500$5/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||