2685 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, California 94306, Palo Alto, 94306 - 4 bed, 3 bath
ACTIVE$4,588,000
2685 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, California 94306
4Beds
3Baths
2,411Sqft
6,660Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
The estimated value ($4,428,964.35) is $159,035.65 (3%) lower than the list price ($4,588,000). This property may be overpriced.
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Prime Location & Accessibility: Located in prime Midtown Palo Alto, offering walking distance to shopping, dining, and parks (Hoover, Mitchell), library, and YMCA. Provides excellent access to major freeways (101, 280), Stanford University, and prominent Silicon Valley tech companies (Google, Apple, Meta, LinkedIn, Amazon).
Top Cons:
Partial Cooling System: Central AC is only installed on the second story, which may result in less comfortable conditions on the first floor during warmer periods.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$4.59M vs avg $3.60M (+$988,000)78%
Size:2,411 sqft vs avg 2,071 sqft63%
Price/sqft:$1.9K vs avg $1.9K57%
More Insights
Built in 1959 (66 years old).
Condition: The property was extensively renovated in 2012, which is 12 years ago, fitting within the '5 to 15 years' renovation timeframe for a 'Good' score. The images show a meticulously maintained home with hardwood flooring throughout. The kitchen features light wood cabinetry and granite countertops, which are updated but reflect a style from the early 2010s rather than brand new. Bathrooms are also updated with similar finishes, modern shower fixtures, and glass enclosures, appearing clean and functional. While the central AC is only on the second story, the overall condition is move-in ready with no immediate renovations required, and major systems appear well-maintained.
Year Built
1959
Close
-
List price
$4.59M
Original List price
$4.59M
Price/Sqft
$1,903
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82026217
Home ConditionGood
Features
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About this home
Property was expanded and renovated in 2012 and has been meticulously maintained. Charming two-story home located in the prime Midtown Palo Alto neighborhood with strolling distance of Midtown shopping, dining and Hoover Park. Close to Mitchell Park, Library, YMCA, and Piazza's Find Foods. This unique home features 4 bedrooms, living room, dining area, family room, kitchen, attached 1 car garage and 1 car carport. There were originally five bedrooms; the fifth was converted into a master closet and computer room. Hardwood flooring throughout the home and central AC on the second story. Centrally located with easy access to 101, 280, Stanford, Google, Apple, Meta, Linkedin, Amazon, and other Silicon Valley companies. A delightful garden with a pond, fragrant Magnolia tree, sweet golden Tea tree, and a variety of fruit trees including Korean pears, persimmons, oranges and figs.
Nearby schools
8/10
El Carmelo Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
9/10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.0mi
9/10
Palo Alto High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
9/10
Henry M. Gunn High School
Public,•9-12•2.2mi
Condition Rating
Good
The property was extensively renovated in 2012, which is 12 years ago, fitting within the '5 to 15 years' renovation timeframe for a 'Good' score. The images show a meticulously maintained home with hardwood flooring throughout. The kitchen features light wood cabinetry and granite countertops, which are updated but reflect a style from the early 2010s rather than brand new. Bathrooms are also updated with similar finishes, modern shower fixtures, and glass enclosures, appearing clean and functional. While the central AC is only on the second story, the overall condition is move-in ready with no immediate renovations required, and major systems appear well-maintained.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Prime Location & Accessibility: Located in prime Midtown Palo Alto, offering walking distance to shopping, dining, and parks (Hoover, Mitchell), library, and YMCA. Provides excellent access to major freeways (101, 280), Stanford University, and prominent Silicon Valley tech companies (Google, Apple, Meta, LinkedIn, Amazon).
Recent Renovation & Meticulous Maintenance: The property underwent expansion and renovation in 2012 and has been meticulously maintained, indicating a well-cared-for home with updated features.
Desirable Interior Features: Boasts hardwood flooring throughout, a dedicated family room, and central AC on the second story, contributing to comfort and aesthetic appeal.
Exceptional Outdoor Living Space: Features a delightful garden complete with a pond, fragrant trees (Magnolia, sweet golden Tea tree), and a variety of fruit trees (Korean pears, persimmons, oranges, figs), offering a unique and appealing outdoor environment.
Top-Rated School District: Situated within the highly-regarded Palo Alto Unified School District, with access to top-rated schools including Palo Alto High (9), Henry M. Gunn High (9), El Carmelo Elementary (8), and Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle (9).
Cons
Partial Cooling System: Central AC is only installed on the second story, which may result in less comfortable conditions on the first floor during warmer periods.
Bedroom Conversion: One of the original five bedrooms was converted into a master closet and computer room, potentially limiting the flexibility for larger families or those specifically seeking a fifth bedroom.
Listing Price vs. Estimation: The current listing price of $4.588M is higher than the property's estimated value of $4.393M, which could indicate it is priced above current market expectations.