Ideal location and Spanish flair meet at this timeless, 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom, updated home in prestigious Old Palo Alto. Very private with gate and mature hedge on quiet treed street. Large 100x100 lot. Quintessential Spanish architectural elements include clay roof tiles, stately beams, terracotta and hardwood floors, Mexican accent tiles and elegant arches. Light and bright. Formal living room, anchored by ornate, century-old fireplace, opens to inviting dining room with modern farmhouse chandelier. Separate updated kitchen with crisp white cabinets and counter tops, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances and plenty of natural light offers an efficient floorplan. Updated bathrooms throughout. Gorgeous primary retreat with large closet, stylish ensuite bathroom, with views of the patio and trees. Sizeable guest bedrooms. Resort inspired grounds for ultimate relaxation and large gatherings. Romantic courtyard with traditional fountain, swimming pool, multiple paved patio areas. Partial basement provides ample storage. Walk to Rinconada Park and Gamble Gardens. Easy access to Stanford, 101, commute routes & leading tech campuses such as Apple, Google and Meta. Award-winning Palo Alto schools.
This property is $4.6M more than the Median Sold Price and $1.1K/SqFt more than other homes in Palo Alto, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #ML81978806
Listing Office:
Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Office Phone: (650) 325-6161
Listing Agent: Annie Watson
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
May 27, 2020
May 27, 2020Home Sold
$5,180,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$2,178
$5,233,664
2020
$2,178
$174,863
2019
$2,028
$171,435
2018
$2,028
$168,075
2017
$1,991
$164,781
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
8
/10
Walter Hays Elementary School
1525 Midfield Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.24 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Addison Elementary School
650 Addison Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.47 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Duveneck Elementary School
705 Alester Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.93 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Frank S. Greene Jr Middle School
750 N CA Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.63 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
3
/10
Kipp Valiant Community Preparatory
2086 Clarke Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.67 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
8
/10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School
480 E Meadow Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.04 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Palo Alto High School
50 Embarcadero Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.60 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
3
/10
East Palo Alto Academy
1050 Myrtle St
Distance between this listing and this school1.75 miles
Public Charter Grades 9-12
6
/10
Oxford Day Academy
1001 Beech St
Distance between this listing and this school1.91 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $178,409. The majority of Palo Alto, CA residents have income $200k+ annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1535 Cowper St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1535 Cowper St property is $7,988,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1535 Cowper St is a house located in Palo Alto, California, 94301.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1535 Cowper St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,178 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on May 27, 2020 for $5,180,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 1535 Cowper St has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 1535 Cowper St is 2,750 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1535 Cowper St is 1926.
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This home is located at 1535 Cowper St in Palo Alto, CA and zip code 94301 in the Old Palo Alto neighborhood. This 2,750 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $7,988,000.
While more than 24 listings in Palo Alto, CA in November 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 8 were sold below. The number of listings in Palo Alto, CA decreased by 31.9% between October 2024 and November 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $3,353,250 and the average listing age was 28 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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