In the heart of downtown Palo Alto, this exceptional townhome in a small community of 10, stands as a testament to sophisticated urban living. Merely four blocks from the vibrant energy of University Avenue, this home has been transformed into a contemporary masterpiece that effortlessly lives like a single-family home. The three-level floor plan, connected by glass-lined staircases, unfolds with remarkable flexibility. The entry level hosts a bedroom suite, offering a private retreat complete with laundry, ideal for guests or extended family. The top floor encompasses two additional bedrooms and two baths and is also equipped with laundry facilities. This modern haven embraces an all-electric lifestyle, featuring state-of-the-art appliances seamlessly integrated beneath the sleek quartz countertops. The garage, with EV charging, has ample custom storage an element found throughout the home. Fresh air living awaits on a lovely and spacious front patio or within the community courtyard. Style, convenience, and access to acclaimed schools converge in this fabulous townhome. Excellent Palo Alto schools: Addison Elementary, Greene Middle, Palo Alto High (buyer to confirm)
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
909 Cowper St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
3beds
1,700sqft
Townhouse, Residential
Built in 1984
-- sqft lot
$2,452,600 Zestimate®
$1,471/sqft
$7,416 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,452,600
$2.31M - $2.62M
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Ev chargingState-of-the-art appliancesSpacious front patioThree-level floor planExcellent palo alto schoolsSleek quartz countertopsAcclaimed schools
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Listed by:
Claudia D. Byrnes 01483729 650-387-5998,
Keller Williams Palo Alto 650-454-8500,
Anne King 00552568 650-208-2626,
Keller Williams Palo Alto
Bought with:
Simon Sahi, 01953287
Signature Properties
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81954366
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, Skylight, StallShower2plus, Tile, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor, HalfonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Heating
- Heat Pump, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Upper Floor, Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Video Audio System, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Common, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Fenced, Courtyard, Drought Tolerant Plants
- Fencing: Gate,Wood
Details
- Parcel number: 12005090
- Zoning: RM2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $799 monthly
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,471/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,550,000
- Annual tax amount: $31,544
- Date on market: 2/15/2024
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2024 | Sold | $2,500,000+4.3%$1,471/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81954366 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2024 | Pending sale | $2,398,000$1,411/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81954366 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,398,000+77.6%$1,411/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81954366 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2012 | Listing removed | $1,350,000$794/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 M&M and Associates #81117641 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$794/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 M&M and Associates #81117641 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2012 | Listing removed | $1,350,000+3.8%$794/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 M&M and Associates #81117641 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2011 | Sold | $1,300,000-3.7%$765/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$794/sqft |
Source: Century 21 MandM and Associates Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,544 +57.2% | $2,550,000 +56.2% |
| 2024 | $20,068 +1.5% | $1,632,862 +2% |
| 2023 | $19,770 +1.2% | $1,600,846 +2% |
| 2022 | $19,538 +2% | $1,569,458 +2% |
| 2021 | $19,152 +2.1% | $1,538,686 +1% |
| 2020 | $18,763 | $1,522,910 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,763 +4% | $1,493,050 +2% |
| 2018 | $18,049 | $1,463,776 +2% |
| 2017 | $18,049 +1.8% | $1,435,076 +2% |
| 2016 | $17,731 +3.7% | $1,406,938 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $17,092 +8.4% | $1,385,806 +8.4% |
| 2014 | $15,768 | $1,279,000 +4.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,225,000 +13.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,080,000 +7.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,006,000 -0.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,007,000 +11.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $899,800 -18.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,102,824 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,081,200 +122.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $485,244 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $475,730 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $466,403 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $457,856 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $448,880 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $440,080 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: University South
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Addison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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