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Listed by Compass, Carol Li, Listing Contact: 650-281-8368
4 Beds
2 Baths
3,120 sqft

$4,788,000

3005 Cowper ST, Palo Alto CA, 94306

Price per sqft$1,534.62
Built in1918
Property size3,120 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Sep 24, 2026

Updated 1h ago

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.

$31,855/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $4,788,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
ML82062441

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.18 Acres

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Listed by Compass, Carol Li DRE:01227755,
Listing Contact: 650-281-8368 

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