830 Cowper Street

Palo Alto, CA 94301

$3,462,000
Last Sold Price
Beds
3,328 Sq. Ft.
$1,040 / Sq. Ft.
3,328
Sq. Ft.
$1,040
per Sq. Ft.

Description

830 Cowper St is a charming 6-unit investment opportunity located in the thriving city of Palo Alto, California. Situated on a 5,600 square foot parcel of land, the subject property was originally constructed in 1903 and has a gross building area of approximately 3,328 square feet, offering its tenants beautifully designed two-bedroom and one-bedroom floor plans. The subject property has recently undergone extensive interior capital improvements with select units featuring high-end finishes including...830 Cowper St is a charming 6-unit investment opportunity located in the thriving city of Palo Alto, California. Situated on a 5,600 square foot parcel of land, the subject property was originally constructed in 1903 and has a gross building area of approximately 3,328 square feet, offering its tenants beautifully designed two-bedroom and one-bedroom floor plans. The subject property has recently undergone extensive interior capital improvements with select units featuring high-end finishes including in-unit washers & dryers, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, modern cabinetry, updated kitchens, vinyl floor planking and upgraded bathrooms. Additionally, investors have the opportunity to further increase cashflow through developing an ADU featuring two one-bedroom units. 830 Cowper St is well-positioned in one of the Bay Areas most dynamic and desirable cities. With historic neighborhoods, diverse cultural attractions, and vibrant entertainment, shopping, and nightlife district, Palo Alto is an exciting destination for business or pleasure. Palo Alto was also recently ranked #6 on the livability list of Top 100 Best Places to Live in America.
  1. Listed by Robert Johnston • DRE #01853816 • Brokerage DRE #01240999 • Marcus & Millichap • 650-391-1744
  2. Listed by Cole Simpson • DRE #02016525 • Brokerage DRE #01240999 • Marcus & Millichap

Property Details for 830 Cowper Street

MLS City Name
PALO ALTO
Building Type
Other
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
0
LISTING UPDATED: 12/20/2024 02:38 PM

Property Details for 830 Cowper Street

StatusSold
MLS #ML81986404
Days on Compass34
Taxes$43,214 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family 5+
MLS Type5+ Units / Five or More Units
Year Built1903
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,600 SF
CountySanta Clara County

Building Information for 830 Cowper Street

Stories-Residences-Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,600 SF

Property Information for 830 Cowper Street

Features
Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living SqFt: 3328
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: Other
  • Special Features: Other
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Meters: Separate Electric, Separate Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters
  • Water: Public
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 0
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: On Street
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Min Num Of Units in Complex: 6
  • Area Text: Downtown Palo Alto
  • Restrictions: None
  • Roof: Flat / Low Pitch
  • Subclass: Five or More Units
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 830
  • Street Name: Cowper
  • Street Suffix: Street
  • Area ID: 242
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number of Buildings: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 3328
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 121
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: RM3
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 120-17-012
  • County Name: Santa Clara
  • City Name: PALO ALTO
  • City Postal ID: 46
  • Postal Code: 94301
  • Elementary School District: 481
  • High School District Text: Palo Alto Unified
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Lot Acres: .13
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
Multi Family Information
Building Information
  • No Of Leased: 6
General Information
  • Annual Tax Amount: $43,214
  • Capitalization Rate: 3.69
  • Tenant Expenses: Utilities - Electric, Utilities - Gas
  • Income Includes: Rents
  • Vacancy Factor: 3
Income / Expense Details
  • Expense Insurance: $3,800
  • Expense Landscape: $1,800
  • Expense Maintenance: $3,000
  • Expense Management: $0
  • Expense Trash: $3,000
  • Expenses Other: $0
  • Expenses Utility: $7,200
  • Expenses Total: $62,014
  • Operating Expenses Include: Insurance, Maintenance, Services - Gardener
  • Gross Rent Multiplier: 17.87
  • Income Annual Gross: $191,076
  • Income Annual Rental: $191,076
  • Income Gross Scheduled: $200,076
  • Income Other: $9,000
Unit 1 Information
  • Unit 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit 1 Number of Bedrooms: 1
Unit 2 Information
  • Unit 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Unit 2 Number of Bedrooms: 2

Property History for 830 Cowper Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 830 Cowper Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,809,080Additions$832,320Total$3,641,400
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,328 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,328 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,600 SqFtStyleQuadraplexYear Built1903Year Renovated1920ZoningRM3CountySANTA CLARAAPN120-17-012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 830 Cowper Street

This home is within Palo Alto Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Addison Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
Public6 to 8

Palo Alto High School
Public9 to 12

Ohlone Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Marcus & Millichap, Robert Johnston, DRE #01853816; Marcus & Millichap, Cole Simpson, DRE #02016525

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