837 Cowper Street
Property Overview
* 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.
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential Income - Mixed Use
- Year built
- 1961
- Living area
- 12,830 sq ft
- Lot size
- 17,500 sq ft
- Carport
- 15 spaces
- Stories
- 2
- Days on market
- 2
- MLS status
- Active
- Architectural style
- Traditional
- Zoning
- RM20
Features & Amenities
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Electric Cooktop
- Electric Oven
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
- Range Hood
- Self Cleaning Oven
- Vented Exhaust Fan
Parking
- Covered
- Carport
- Off Street
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- View
- CityLights
- Annual property tax
- $137,500
Schools
- School district
- Palo Alto Unified
- Elementary school
- Other
- Middle school
- Other
- High school
- Palo Alto
Utilities
- Cooling
- None
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- PublicSewer
Location & Neighborhood
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Property type: Residential Income
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