$8,498,000 1535 Cowper ST, Palo Alto 6 bd · 4 ba · 2,750 sqft
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6 Beds·4 Baths·2,750 sqft·10,000 sqft lot·Built 1926
1535 Cowper ST, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Listed 11 days ago · September 8, 2026  |  MLS# ML82057940
$3,090/sqft +75% vs Palo Alto avg
What this means: Priced above the Palo Alto per-sqft average. Compare to recent sales below for context.
Est. $53,208/moP&I $44,094 · Tax $8,852 · Insurance $262 · HOA $0Assumes 20% down ($1,699,600) at 6.75% · Contact Timothy for a lender referralAegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use the applicable county average property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
Single Family Price Position in Palo Alto
Average $4.9M
Above typical range
$2.8M$7.6M
90Active in Palo Alto
35Active in 94301
26Avg DOM
$1,769Avg $/SqFt
106.5%Sale-to-List
2.4 moInventory
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Why This Home Stands Out

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Palo Alto Location
Active listing in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County. Convenient access to schools, parks, and Bay Area employment centers.
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6 Bed / 4 Bath / 2,750 sqft on 10,000 sqft Lot
Spec sheet at a glance. See full details below for interior, exterior, and lot features.
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Listed at $8.5M vs City Average $3.8M
$3,090/sqft compared to Palo Alto avg $1,769/sqft (+74.7%).
Best fit forActive BuyersPalo Alto SearchersMove-Up / Move-In

About This Home

Ideal location and Spanish flair meet at this timeless, 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom, updated home in prestigious Old Palo Alto. Very private with gate and mature hedge on quiet treed street. Large 100x100 lot. Quintessential Spanish architectural elements include clay roof tiles, stately beams, terracotta and hardwood floors, Mexican accent tiles and elegant arches. Light and bright. Formal living room, anchored by ornate, century-old fireplace, opens to inviting dining room with modern farmhouse chandelier. Separate updated kitchen with crisp white cabinets and counter tops, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances and plenty of natural light offers an efficient floorplan. Updated bathrooms throughout. Gorgeous primary retreat with large closet, stylish ensuite bathroom, with views of the patio and trees. Sizeable guest bedrooms. Resort inspired grounds for ultimate relaxation and large gatherings. Romantic courtyard with traditional fountain, swimming pool, multiple paved patio areas. Partial basement provides ample storage. Walk to Rinconada Park and Gamble Gardens. Easy access to Stanford, 101, commute routes & leading tech campuses such as Apple, Google and Meta. Award-winning Palo Alto schools.
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MLS ID #ML82057940, Annie Watson. Listing provided by Coldwell Banker Realty · MLSListings Inc.
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Property Details

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1926
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4 Full
Living Area
2,750 sqft
Lot Size
10,000 sqft
Garage
N/A
Price/sqft
$3,090
County
SantaClara
MLS Number
ML82057940
Status
Active
Stories
N/A
HOA
None

Interior Features

CentralForcedAir, CentralForcedAir_Gas, Fireplace, Gas

Exterior & Lot

Tile Roof0.23 AcresPool

Location

This HomeActive ListingNew (3 days or less)Price ReducedOpen HouseSold
1535 Cowper ST, Palo Alto, CA 94301 · SantaClara County

Market Context

Price Positioning
$ Price context: Listed at $3,090/sqft vs Palo Alto avg $1,769/sqft (+74.7% above).
$ Sale-to-list: Palo Alto homes selling at 106.5% of asking.
Velocity: City avg 26 days. This home: 11 days.
🏠 Inventory: 11 6-bedroom homes currently available in Palo Alto.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Timothy Alston, Broker, DRE# 01328224.
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$3,773,645Avg Sale Price+4.6% vs Last Year
26Avg DOM-13.3 days vs Last Year
90Active Listings+76.5% vs Last Year
106.5%Sale-to-List+2.6% vs Last Year
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Buyers and sellers researching Old Palo Alto in Palo Alto will find 1535 Cowper ST to be a strong reference point. Listed at $8,498,000, this 6-bed, 4-bath home sits in a market where comparable properties average $1,769 per square foot. Homes in Palo Alto (94301) are currently averaging 26 days on market.

6-Bedroom Homes for Sale in Palo Alto 94301

Browse 6-bedroom single-family home listings in the Old Palo Alto area of Palo Alto. Properties in 94301 are currently averaging $1,769 per square foot with 26 days on market.

What to Expect When Buying in Old Palo Alto

The Old Palo Alto market in Palo Alto features a mix of single-family home properties ranging from starter homes to luxury estates. Current inventory levels suggest active conditions for buyers in this area.

Recently Sold in Palo Alto

Closed within 6 months · 6 bed / similar sqft · Palo Alto 94301

1560 University AVE
Sold $5,825,000
6 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,892 sqft
$1,496/sqft · +16.8% above list
Closed Aug 13, 2026 · 5 days on market
MLSListings IDXMLS ID #ML82053628, Maggie Ma. Listing provided by Keller Williams Palo Alto · MLSListings Inc.
976 Laurel Glen DR
Sold $7,600,000
6 bd · 6.5 ba · 6,260 sqft
$1,214/sqft · 5.0% below list
Closed Jul 24, 2026 · 27 days on market
MLSListings IDXMLS ID #ML82032800, DeLeon Team. Listing provided by Deleon Realty · MLSListings Inc.
2331 Carmel DR
Sold $4,600,888
6 bd · 5 ba · 3,072 sqft
$1,497/sqft · +25.0% above list
Closed Jun 10, 2026 · 33 days on market
MLSListings IDXMLS ID #ML82022623, Wen Guo RE Group. Listing provided by KW Advisors · MLSListings Inc.
Source: MLSListings Inc. Closed sales data.
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In August 2026, 38 homes sold in Palo Alto at an average of $3,773,645. The average sale closed at 106.5% of asking price.

38Sold (August 2026)
$3,773,645Average Sale Price
106.5%Sale-to-List
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$3,773,645Avg Sale Price+4.6% vs Last Year
26Avg DOM-13.3% vs Last Year
90Active Listings
106.5%Sale-to-List
$1,769Price/sqft
2.4Months Inventory
38Closed (Last Mo)
44New Listings/Mo
Source: MLSListings Inc. · September 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Listed at $8,498,000 ($3,090/sqft). Palo Alto avg is $1,769/sqft, placing this +74.7% above. Comparable recent sales help frame the value.
Listed 11 days (as of September 8, 2026). Palo Alto average is 26 days.
Est. $53,208/mo with 20% down ($1,699,600) at 6.75%. Includes principal & interest ($44,094), property tax ($8,852), and insurance ($262). HOA: None. Aegis Luxury Real Estate is a licensed California real estate brokerage (DRE# 01328224) and is not a mortgage lender, mortgage broker, or loan originator. The figures shown are estimates for general reference only and do not constitute a loan offer, pre-approval, pre-qualification, or commitment to lend. Estimates use the applicable county average property tax rate of 1.25% of home price annually. Actual rates, payments, taxes, and insurance vary by lender and borrower qualifications. Contact Timothy for a referral to one of our preferred lending partners.
There are 90 active listings in Palo Alto (11 are 6-bedroom). At $8,498,000 this is positioned against the city average of $3,804,509. Similar homes have sold at 106.5% of asking.
6-bedroom homes in Palo Alto (94301) are currently averaging $1,769 per square foot. Market activity shows homes spending an average of 26 days on market in this area.
1535 Cowper ST in Palo Alto is currently listed at $8,498,000. This 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family home is located in the Old Palo Alto area.

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