- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 3,629 Sqft
- .13 Acres
838 Cowper Street
Welcome to 838 Cowper Street--refined and modern living in coveted Professorville, just a three-minute walk to downtown Palo Alto. Built in 2014, this 5-bedroom, 4.2-bath home offers 3,629 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a 5,600 square foot lot. Soaring 11' ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass sliders, and Velux skylights fill the home with natural light. A dramatic 130-square-foot living wall of 650 plants and tiled waterfall create striking architectural focal points. The chef's kitchen features marble slab waterfall countertops, gas range, wine refrigerator, and built-in Bosch, Miele, and Thermador appliances. The basement extends the home's exceptional entertaining range with a fully equipped wet bar, home theater with surround sound, and (unexpectedly) a spacious, light-gathering patio. The home opens to a backyard with a jetted in-ground hot tub and outdoor kitchen with gas-plumbed grill, sink, and beverage fridge. Lutron lighting, motorized shades, 5-zone Sonos with Bowers & Wilkins speakers, and HEPA filtration provide modern comfort. The primary suite offers a steam shower, soaking tub, heated floors, towel warmer, and private deck with gas fire pit. Solar pre-wire, 220V EV charger, and whole-home security. Served by Addison, Greene, and Palo Alto High.
Essential Information
- MLS® #ML82036897
- Price$7,150,000
- Bedrooms5
- Bathrooms6.00
- Full Baths4
- Half Baths2
- Square Footage3,629
- Acres0.13
- Year Built2014
- TypeResidential
- Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
- StatusActive
Community Information
- Address838 Cowper Street
- Area699 - Not Defined
- CityPalo Alto
- CountySanta Clara
- Zip Code94301
Amenities
- Parking Spaces4
- ParkingGuest, Gated, Off Street
- # of Garages1
- GaragesGuest, Gated, Off Street
- Has PoolYes
- PoolIn Ground
Interior
- InteriorLaminate, Tile
- HeatingCentral
- CoolingCentral Air
- FireplaceYes
- # of Stories2
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Utility Room, Wine Cellar, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
Exterior
- RoofBitumen, Other
School Information
- DistrictPalo Alto Unified
- ElementaryOther
- MiddleOther
- HighPalo Alto
Additional Information
- Date ListedMarch 2nd, 2026
- Days on Market10
- ZoningR2
Listing Details
- AgentTerel Beppu
- OfficeSide, Inc
Terel Beppu, Side, Inc.
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