About 837 Cowper Street
* Nestled in the heart of Downtown Palo Alto University South, one of Palo Altos most desirable neighborhood and a few minutes away from Palo Alto CALTrain station. * The property presents a rare opportunity to own a 14-unit multi-family property offering both strong income and long-term growth potential. * Built in 1961 on an expansive 17,500 sqft (0.40 acre) lot, this 2-story building features approximately12,830 sqft of living area, (740-1100 sqft per unit, buyer to verify square footage). * All the units have 3-4 sided independent walls & balconies, granite slab, newer appliances and fixtures. Most have dishwasher, washer and dryer in unit. * The property's beautifully landscaped grounds are a standout feature with a variety of mature fruit trees & a peaceful garden courtyard that creates a serene atmosphere for residents. * The 1- & 2-bed apartments' actual rents ($2,900 -$5,100/mo) in one of the regions strongest rental markets. * 11 units were remodeled in 2022-2023 and the rest of 3 units were updated approximately 10 years ago. * Roof, gutter, furnaces, windows, hot water heaters, circulator etc. were replaced over the years of ownership. * Ample off-street permitted parking & on-site laundry facilities. * Deck, property & termite reports available. * An A+ property.
Features of 837 Cowper Street
| MLS® # | ML82056833 |
|---|---|
| Price | $11,000,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 0.00 |
| Square Footage | 12,830 |
| Acres | 0.40 |
| Year Built | 1961 |
| Type | Residential Income |
| Sub-Type | Mixed Use |
| Style | Traditional |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 837 Cowper Street |
|---|---|
| Area | 699 - Not Defined |
| City | Palo Alto |
| County | Santa Clara |
| Zip Code | 94301 |
Amenities
| Parking | Covered, Carport, Off Street |
|---|---|
| Garages | Covered, Carport, Off Street |
| View | City Lights |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood, Stone |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan |
| Cooling | None |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 2 |
Exterior
| Exterior | Concrete |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition, Shingle |
| Construction | Concrete |
School Information
| District | Palo Alto Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Other |
| Middle | Other |
| High | Palo Alto |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 6th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 36 |
| Zoning | RM20 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Monica Yeung Arima |
|---|---|
| Office | Yarkin Realty |
