151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 Property Information
151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 Property Information
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Address
| Primary address | 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto |
| Zip code | 94301 |
| County | Santa Clara |
| Neighborhood | Downtown North Palo Alto |
| Parcel ID | 120-09-014 |
Sales & Tax Overview for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
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| Sale date | 09/14/2018 |
| Sale price | $3,920,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Property tax | $52,531 |
Lot & Building Information for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
| Building sqft | 2,182 |
| Building class | Two Family (02) |
| Acreage | 0.17 |
| Lot sqft | 7,500 |
| Units | 2 |
| Year built | 1906 |
| Stories | 2 |
Zoning, Use & Area Overview
| Zoning district | Two Family Residence District (R2) |
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Other Property Data for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
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About 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 was built in 1906 and has a total of 2,182 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $4,372,829, the tax amount paid for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 is $52,530.
When was 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 last sold and what was the last sale price?151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 was last sold in 09/14/2018 for $3,920,000.
How many residential units does this building have?This building has 2 residential unit(s).
Ownership Information
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Past Sales & Property History for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
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| Purchase date | Purchase price | Buyer name | Seller name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2018 | $3,920,000 | Register | Register |
Title Documents for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
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Property Taxes for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
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| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Property tax | $52,531 |
| Market value | $4,372,829 |
Assessment History for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $4,372,829 | 1.2013 | $52,531 | +4.35% |
| 2024-2025 | $4,287,088 | 1.1743 | $50,343 | +1.47% |
| 2023-2024 | $4,203,029 | 1.1804 | $49,613 | +1.13% |
| 2022-2023 | $4,120,618 | 1.1905 | $49,056 | +2.01% |
| 2021-2022 | $4,039,823 | 1.1904 | $48,090 | +2.17% |
Permits for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
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Risk
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | AH (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
Transportation
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Schools
Nearest elementary schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tru School | NR | Private | K-6 | 24 | 0.40 |
| Addison Elementary School | 7 | Public | K-5 | 331 | 0.80 |
| Alto International School | NR | Private | PK-12 | 247 | 0.80 |
| Alto International School | NR | Private | PK-12 | 247 | 0.80 |
| AltSchool Palo Alto | NR | Private | PK, K-8 | 0 | 0.80 |
Nearest middle schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alto International School | NR | Private | PK-12 | 247 | 0.80 |
| AltSchool Palo Alto | NR | Private | PK, K-8 | 0 | 0.80 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep | 5 | Charter | K-8 | 619 | 0.83 |
| Lydian Academy | NR | Private | 6-12 | 78 | 0.91 |
| Lydian Academy | NR | Private | 7-12 | 44 | 0.91 |
Nearest high schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alto International School | NR | Private | PK-12 | 247 | 0.80 |
| Lydian Academy | NR | Private | 6-12 | 78 | 0.91 |
| Lydian Academy | NR | Private | 7-12 | 44 | 0.91 |
| Menlo-Atherton High School | 7 | Public | 9-12 | 2,125 | 0.92 |
| Palo Alto High School | 9 | Public | 9-12 | 1,992 | 1.02 |
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Neighbors for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto
Here are the neighbors for 151 Cowper Street, Palo Alto.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 159 Cowper St, Palo Alto | 10/30/2020 | $4,650,000 | |
| 164 Cowper St, Palo Alto | 07/08/2016 | ||
| 426 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto | 1,612 | 10/26/2022 | |
| 454 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto | 3,083 | 10/29/2012 | |
| 1455 Webster St, Palo Alto | 12/12/1984 | ||
| 173 Waverley St, Palo Alto | 06/23/2004 | ||
| 136 Cowper St, Palo Alto | 3,502 | ||
| 480 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto | 11/06/2012 | ||
| 120 Cowper St, Palo Alto | 04/12/2002 | ||
| 422 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto | 11/27/2018 | ||
| 470 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto | 12/02/2025 | ||
| 427 Hawthorne Ave, Palo Alto | 3,549 | 01/17/2014 | |
| 466 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto | 03/17/2016 | $3,050,000 | |
| 453 Hawthorne Ave, Palo Alto | 4,150 | 04/30/2021 | |
| 446 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto | 05/13/2016 | $3,400,000 | |
| 432 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto | 04/11/2014 | $2,400,000 | |
| 437 Ruthven Ave, Palo Alto | 08/31/1995 | $460,000 | |
| 189 Cowper St, Palo Alto | 2,231 | 12/16/1999 | $875,000 |
| 500 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto | 6,442 | 12/23/2025 | $4,750,000 |
| 115 Cowper St, Palo Alto | 01/09/2007 |