3005 Cowper Street, Palo Alto

$4,788,000

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4

Beds

2

Baths

3,120

Square feet

0.18

Acres

About 3005 Cowper Street

Historic Charm Meets Modern Living! Blended-Era Character Home. Timeless 1918 Craftsman charm meets incredible modern flexibility in this extensively expanded (1988) Midtown estate. Perfect for multi-generational living or a high-yield four-unit rental portfolio, this unique property offers a main residence configured as two independent units, a permitted garage conversion, and a detached cottage. Totaling approx. 3,440 sq. ft. with 3 full kitchens, 1 kitchenette, and 4 bathrooms. Main house unit1-Lower with elevated wisteria covered front porch, enclosed sunroom, hardwood floors, wood-framed windows, spacious living & formal dining rooms, updated kitchen, 2 bedrooms &  an office. Main house unit 2 - Upper accessed via interior/exterior staircase, featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, light-filled living & dining spaces, lots of wood windows and a full kitchen. Unit 3-Attached permitted garage conversion with high ceilings, a loft, full kitchen & 1 bath.  Unit 4-Detached cottage with cozy retreat featuring a kitchenette, i bathroom, Murphy bed, and heated floors. Enhanced by beautiful outdoor living spaces, mature fruit trees, ample of off-street parking. All in a desirable Midtown location close to Hoover park, shopping, dining & excellent Palo Alto schools.

Features of 3005 Cowper Street

MLS® # ML82062441
Price $4,788,000
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2.00
Full Baths 2
Square Footage 3,120
Acres 0.18
Year Built 1918
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Status Active

Community Information

Address 3005 Cowper Street
Area 699 - Not Defined
City Palo Alto
County Santa Clara
Zip Code 94306

Amenities

Parking Off Street
Garages Off Street
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Laminate, Tile, Wood
Interior Features Loft
Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator
Heating Floor Furnace
Has Basement No
Fireplace No
# of Stories 2

Exterior

Windows Skylight(s)
Roof Shingle

School Information

District Palo Alto Unified

Additional Information

Date Listed September 24th, 2026
Days on Market 5
Zoning R1
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

AgentCarol Li
OfficeCompass

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