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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3005 Cowper St
General
- Price: $4,788,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82062441
- Updated: 9/25/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den / Study / Office, Loft
- Interior Features: Skylight
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Shower and Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Family Room: No Family Room
- Kitchen: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Outside
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Street Parking
Location
- Area: Midtown
- County: Santa Clara
- Cross Streets: Loma Verde Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
- Heating Type: Floor Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 3,120
- Year Built: 1918
Lot Features
- Minimum Lot Size: 7998
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,998
- Zoning: R1
Listed by Compass, Carol Li
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Schools
Schools serving 3005 Cowper St
School District:Palo Alto Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
El Carmelo Elementary School 3024 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School 480 East Meadow Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Henry M. Gunn High School 780 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 3005 Cowper St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/24/2026
Listed
$4,788,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 3005 Cowper St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,300
—
$701,433
2%
2025
$9,300
4%
$687,680
2%
2024
$8,936
2%
$674,197
2%
2023
$8,801
1%
$660,979
2%
2022
$8,692
2%
$648,019
2%
2021
$8,520
2%
$635,314
1%
2020
$8,358
1%
$628,800
2%
2019
$8,262
3%
$616,472
2%
2018
$8,051
2%
$604,385
2%
2017
$7,908
3%
$592,535
2%
2016
$7,697
1%
$580,918
2%
2015
$7,616
3%
$572,193
2%
2014
$7,389
—
$560,986
—
2013
$7,369
—
$558,452
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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3005 Cowper St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (MLS# ML82062441) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 3005 Cowper St is currently listed for $4,788,000 and was received on September 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 3005 Cowper St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Midtown? You can browse all Midtown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

