161 Primrose Way

3,685 Sq. Ft.
$2,198 / Sq. Ft.
3,685
Sq. Ft.
$2,198
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A whole-home designer renovation, along with the addition of a unique ADU currently designed for poolside entertaining, has transformed this property into a luxury showcase for indoor/outdoor living. While preserving its original Victorian aesthetic, the home has been reimagined with designer appointments and modern sophistication. A formal dining room and richly paneled library/office give way to a sunroom, family room, and gourmet kitchen combination that opens to the rear grounds. Upstairs, 5...A whole-home designer renovation, along with the addition of a unique ADU currently designed for poolside entertaining, has transformed this property into a luxury showcase for indoor/outdoor living. While preserving its original Victorian aesthetic, the home has been reimagined with designer appointments and modern sophistication. A formal dining room and richly paneled library/office give way to a sunroom, family room, and gourmet kitchen combination that opens to the rear grounds. Upstairs, 5 spacious bedrooms include the primary suite and two that have en suite baths and loft playrooms. A wraparound arbor-covered deck off the primary suite features spiral stairs leading to the pool, spa, and expansive terrace with a fireplace. Known as The Barn, the ADU offers a charming rustic retreat with restaurant-style seating, perfect for entertaining. Located in sought-after Green Gables, this home enjoys proximity to Stanford University and acclaimed Palo Alto schools

Listing Agents

  1. Gullixson Team

    Gullixson Team

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #70001879

    P: (650)-888-4898

  2. Mary Gullixson

    Mary Gullixson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #00373961

    P: (650)-888-0860

  3. Brent Gullixson

    Brent Gullixson

    Listing Agent

    DRE #01329216

    P: (650)-888-4898

Property Details for 161 Primrose Way

MLS City Name
PALO ALTO
Building Type
Detached
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
2
Cross Street
Iris
LISTING CLOSED: 06/16/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 161 Primrose Way

StatusSold
MLS #ML82047818
Days on Compass9
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1994
Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,340 SF
CountySanta Clara County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Gullixson Team, DRE #70001879; Compass, Mary Gullixson, DRE #00373961

Sold By Maxreal, Zack Zhang, DRE #01970276

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Building Information for 161 Primrose Way

Stories2Year Built1994Building Size-Lot Size0.31 AC / 13,340 SF

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Property Information for 161 Primrose Way

Features
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Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Loft
  • Bathroom: Half on Ground Floor, Marble, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Marble, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: High Ceiling
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Other Location, Outside
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 3685
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Type: Pool - In Ground, Spa - In Ground, Spa - Jetted
  • Security Features: Security Alarm, Video / Audio System
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Green Gables
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 161
  • Street Name: Primrose
  • Street Suffix: Way
  • Area ID: 238
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 3685
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 32
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R1
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 003-40-042
  • County Name: Santa Clara
  • City Name: PALO ALTO
  • City Postal ID: 46
  • Postal Code: 94303
  • Elementary School: 311
  • Elementary School District: 481
  • Middle School Text: Frank S. Greene Middle
  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
  • High School Text: Palo Alto High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab, Crawl Space
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .31
  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Outdoor Fireplace

Property History for 161 Primrose Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #ML82047818

$8,100,000
Jun 16, 2026

Sold

EBRD #ML82047818

$8,100,000
Jun 9, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1942054048

$8,100,000

+6.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2026

Sold

MLSListings #ML82047818

$8,100,000
06/16/2026

Sold

EBRD #ML82047818

$8,100,000
06/09/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1942054048

$8,100,000

+6.1% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 161 Primrose Way

Taxable ValueLand$2,768,692Additions$1,436,699Total$4,205,391
Tax Record2025$51,560 ($4,297 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt3,635 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,635 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,340 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1994Year Renovated2013ZoningR1CountySANTA CLARAAPN003-40-042

Schools near 161 Primrose Way

This home is within Palo Alto Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Duveneck Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
Public6 to 8

Palo Alto High School
Public9 to 12

Herbert Hoover Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Gullixson Team, DRE #70001879; Compass, Mary Gullixson, DRE #00373961

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