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  • For Sale
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  • Commercial Residential Facility
  • 12,830 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 23 hours ago
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* Nestled in the heart of Downtown Palo Alto University South, one of Palo Altos most desirable neighborhood and a few minutes away from Palo Alto CALTrain station. * The property presents a rare opportunity to own a 14-unit multi-family property offering both strong income and long-term growth potential. * Built in 1961 on an expansive 17,500 sqft (0.40 acre) lot, this 2-story building features approximately12,830 sqft of living area, (740-1100 sqft per unit, buyer to verify square footage). * All the units have 3-4 sided independent walls & balconies, granite slab, newer appliances and fixtures. Most have dishwasher, washer and dryer in unit. * The property's beautifully landscaped grounds are a standout feature with a variety of mature fruit trees & a peaceful garden courtyard that creates a serene atmosphere for residents. * The 1- & 2-bed apartments' actual rents ($2,900 -$5,100/mo) in one of the regions strongest rental markets. * 11 units were remodeled in 2022-2023 and the rest of 3 units were updated approximately 10 years ago. * Roof, gutter, furnaces, windows, hot water heaters, circulator etc. were replaced over the years of ownership. * Ample off-street permitted parking & on-site laundry facilities. * Deck, property & termite reports available. * An A+ property.

Full Property Details for 837 Cowper St

General

  • Price: $11,000,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Commercial Residential Facility
  • Source: RE_Infolink
  • MLS ID: ML82056815
  • Updated: 8/21/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Stone, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum

Rooms

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Appliances (Varies by Unit), Electric Cooktop, Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Electric Oven, Self-Cleaning Oven, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Coin-Operated, Washer / Dryer, Washer/Dryer in Some Units

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Security Fence

Parking

  • Parking Features: Carport , Covered Parking, Electric Car Hookup, Lighted Parking Area, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Parking Restrictions

Location

  • Area: Downtown Palo Alto
  • County: Santa Clara
  • Cross Streets: Channing Ave / Homer Ave

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: BBQ Area, Garden / Greenbelt / Trails

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
  • Water: Public
  • Telecomm.: Cable TV, DSL , Fiber-Ready
  • Utility Description: Public Utilities
  • Metering: Master Electric, Master Gas, Master Water, Separate Common Area, Separate Electric, Separate Gas

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction: Concrete , Wood Frame
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Disability Access: Parking
  • Square Feet: 12,830
  • Year Built: 1961

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Square Feet: 740
  • Bedrooms: 1

Unit 2

  • Square Feet: 900
  • Bedrooms: 2

Unit 3

  • Square Feet: 1100
  • Bedrooms: 2

Lot Features

  • Property View: City, Downtown
  • Minimum Lot Size: 17500
  • Building Sites: 1
  • Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck , Drought-Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Zoning: RM20
  • Lot Description: Regular

Disclosures and Reports

  • Restrictions: No Waterbeds, Parking Restrictions, Cats Permitted, Pets (Number Restrictions)

Listed by Yarkin Realty, Monica Yeung Arima

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  • Monica Yeung Arima

    Yarkin Realty

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Schools serving 837 Cowper St

School District:Palo Alto Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Addison Elementary School
650 Addison Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
K-50.2 mi
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
750 N. CA Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94303
6-81.2 mi
Palo Alto High School
50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301
9-120.6 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 837 Cowper St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/21/2026
Listed
$11,000,000
323.08%
MLS
6/17/1997
Sold
$2,600,000
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Tax History for 837 Cowper St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$52,110
—
$4,319,331
2%
2025
$52,110
4%
$4,234,639
2%
2024
$49,957
1%
$4,151,608
2%
2023
$49,234
1%
$4,070,205
2%
2022
$48,668
2%
$3,990,398
2%
2021
$47,708
2%
$3,912,156
1%
2020
$46,714
1%
$3,872,043
2%
2019
$46,204
3%
$3,796,121
2%
2018
$44,943
2%
$3,721,689
2%
2017
$44,156
3%
$3,648,715
2%
2016
$43,005
1%
$3,577,172
2%
2015
$42,592
2%
$3,523,441
2%
2014
$41,805
—
$3,454,423
—
2013
$41,754
—
$3,438,812
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