Beautifully Renovated Spanish Revival in the Heart of Old Palo Alto. No detail was overlooked in bringing modern functionality and luxury to this classic design. The comprehensive renovation, finalized in 2019, meticulously rejuvenated every inch of the interior along with an upgrade of all essential infrastructure, including plumbing, heating,
air conditioning and electrical systems. The home's layout spans two levels with 4 bedrooms and 3 fully remodeled bathrooms designed for utmost comfort and convenience. A bedroom on the main level, complete with an adjacent marble bath, offers versatile options for guests or as a dedicated office. The upper level is graced by a sumptuous primary suite with a marble bath, alongside two additional bedrooms, each with ample closet space, serviced by an elegantly appointed hallway bath. The renovation's attention to detail extends to the finished partial basement, now a flexible space ready to accommodate a playroom, wine cellar, or additional storage. This home strikes the perfect balance between suburban privacy and the vibrant urban lifestyle of University Avenue, with its eclectic mix of shops and restaurants just over a mile away. With its access to top-rated Palo Alto schools this home is a gateway to the best of Silicon Valley living.
Sold for $6,500,000
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Tax assessed value
$6,500,000
1945 Cowper St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
4beds
2,642sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1930
7,370 Square Feet Lot
$6,605,700 Zestimate®
$2,460/sqft
$8,755 Estimated rent
Home value
$6,605,700
$6.14M - $7.13M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lan L. Bowling 01248958 650-520-3407,
Keller Williams Palo Alto 650-454-8500
Bought with:
Dana Carmel, 02076519
Represent Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81962908
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook, EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Marble
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,642
- Total interior livable area: 2,642 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 7,370 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Garage
- Parcel number: 12406011
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Roof: Tile, Clay
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,500,000
- Annual tax amount: $89,091
- Date on market: 4/25/2024
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2024 | Sold | $6,500,000-7.1%$2,460/sqft |
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| 6/24/2024 | Pending sale | $6,998,000$2,649/sqft |
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| 4/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $6,998,000+42.1%$2,649/sqft |
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| 3/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/1/2022 | Listed for rent | $12,000+14.3%$5/sqft |
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| 3/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2019 | Listing removed | $10,500$4/sqft |
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| 10/7/2019 | Listed for rent | $10,500$4/sqft |
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| 9/8/2017 | Sold | $4,925,000$1,864/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $89,091 +37.8% | $6,500,000 +18.3% |
| 2024 | $64,647 +1.5% | $5,493,927 +2% |
| 2023 | $63,706 +1.1% | $5,386,204 +2% |
| 2022 | $62,989 +2% | $5,280,594 +2% |
| 2021 | $61,750 +2.2% | $5,177,054 +1% |
| 2020 | $60,437 | $5,123,970 +2% |
| 2019 | $60,437 +4% | $5,023,500 +2% |
| 2018 | $58,112 | $4,925,000 +2741.1% |
| 2017 | $58,112 +2572.2% | $173,346 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,175 +8.5% | $169,948 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,004 +1.6% | $167,396 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,973 | $164,118 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $163,377 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $160,175 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $157,035 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $155,862 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $156,233 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $153,171 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $150,168 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $147,225 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $144,339 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $141,510 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $138,917 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $136,194 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $133,525 |
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Neighborhood: Old Palo Alto
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Walter Hays Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: DavidStarrJordanMiddle_1
- High: PaloAltoHigh
- District: PaloAltoUnified
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Santa Clara County
- Palo Alto
- 94301
- Old Palo Alto
- 1945 Cowper St
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