Contemporary, Modern

1515 Cowper Street

Palo Alto , CA 94301

MLS#: ML82006881

$5,800,000

Status: Closed
Listing number: ML82006881
Listing provided by: Compass
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 2 months ago
On site: 3 months ago
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Property

Beds

5

Full Baths

3

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

2005

Sq.Footage

2,715

Designed by Jerome Buttrick and built in 2005, this striking modern home blends clean architectural lines with a strong commitment to sustainability. Located in sought-after Old Palo Alto, it is a rare fusion of refined design and high-performance living. Radiant heated concrete slab floors throughout, solar power, a standing seam metal roof, and FSC-certified framing are among its many eco-conscious features. Interior finishes include paper-resin counters, low-VOC materials, and cherry cabinetry crafted from sustainably harvested wood. Energy Star appliances, efficient windows, low-voltage lighting, and an indirect hot water heater further enhance efficiency. The floor plan is designed with many glass doors opening to a gated front courtyard anchored by a heritage valley oak or to the beautiful rear yard with large spa. A main-level den and adjoining bedroom suite is ideal for guests and the primary suite is upstairs complete with an outdoor shower room plus one bedroom customized for a remote work office. Just one mile from University Avenue and access to acclaimed Palo Alto schools.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    5

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    N/A

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Radiant

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    1

  • Parking

    Attached

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    Above Ground

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Level

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.1722

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Contemporary, Modern

Price

  • Sales Price

    $5,800,000

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 715

  • Price/SqFt

    $2,136

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    Other

  • Middle School

    Other

  • High School

    Palo Alto

Property Features

  • Stories

    2

  • Foundation Details

    Slab

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

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Designed by Jerome Buttrick and built in 2005, this striking modern home blends clean architectural lines with a strong commitment to sustainability. Located in sought-after Old Palo Alto, it is a rare fusion of refined design and high-performance living. Radiant heated concrete slab floors throughout, solar power, a standing seam metal roof, and FSC-certified framing are among its many eco-conscious features. Interior finishes include paper-resin counters, low-VOC materials, and cherry cabinetry crafted from sustainably harvested wood. Energy Star appliances, efficient windows, low-voltage lighting, and an indirect hot water heater further enhance efficiency. The floor plan is designed with many glass doors opening to a gated front courtyard anchored by a heritage valley oak or to the beautiful rear yard with large spa. A main-level den and adjoining bedroom suite is ideal for guests and the primary suite is upstairs complete with an outdoor shower room plus one bedroom customized for a remote work office. Just one mile from University Avenue and access to acclaimed Palo Alto schools.

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