Nestled in the heart of sought-after Old Palo Alto, this refreshed single-level home blends timeless character with comfortable everyday living. A welcoming covered front porch opens to light-filled interiors featuring hardwood floors throughout the main living areas. The inviting living room centers around a fireplace and flows seamlessly into the dining room, where French doors open to the backyard, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen is appointed with a garden window, skylight, four-burner gas cooktop, double ovens, tile flooring, and convenient access to the attached two-car garage. The flexible floor plan includes a custom office/bedroom with built-in wood cabinetry, a bedroom with a built-in bed and loft, and two rear bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and celestial windows that fill the spaces with natural light. The spacious primary suite offers French doors to the backyard, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath with travertine finishes and soaking tub. The sun-filled backyard features an aggregate patio and spa with a retractable cover and privacy screens.Fresh interior and exterior paint, new Berber carpeting, and an exceptional location near downtown Palo Alto, Stanford University, shopping and major commute routes complete this outstanding offering.