Palo Alto Neighborhoods

Palo Alto Neighborhoods

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Good Neighbors Along the Adobe Creek

Adobe Meadow & Meadow Park, Palo Alto, CA

Separated by Adobe Creek but brought together by a shared interest in community, Adobe Meadow and Meadow Park offers a variety of homes (from Eichler to multi-storied) along tree-lined streets. Despite being an isolated neighborhood away from traffic, Adobe Meadow and Meadow Park is conveniently located near the freeway and other amenities, making it a very desirable place to live for new families.

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A Rural Pace of life in the Heart of Busy Santa Clara County

Barron Park, Palo Alto, CA

Barron Park is distinguished by its old-fashioned, rural pace of life, compared to the faster pace of the rest of the Silicon Valley, and Palo Alto. Set back from El Camino Real between Matadero Avenue and Arastradero Road, the atmosphere is calm and quiet enough to hear the sounds of nature. The outdoors are easily enjoyable with extensive paths for hiking, biking, dog walking and meeting neighbors.

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An Isolated Community that Retains its Character

Charleston Gardens , Palo Alto, CA

Charleston Gardens was one of the neighborhoods flooded by veterans just after World War II and the residents work hard to retain its 1950s spirit. With wide streets lined with oak trees, Charleston Gardens draws young professionals as well as new families looking to raise children in their first Palo Alto CA home.

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An Isolated Community that Retains its Character
Charleston Gardens , Palo Alto, CA

Charleston Gardens was one of the neighborhoods flooded by veterans just after World War II and the residents work hard to retain its 1950s spirit. With wide streets lined with oak trees, Charleston Gardens draws young professionals as well as new families looking to raise children in their first Palo Alto CA home.

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A Historic Neighborhood Tucked Between Stanford University and Stanford Research Park.

College Terrace, Palo Alto, CA

College Terrace is one of Palo Alto, CA’s oldest neighborhoods with a rich history and singular character. Located between California Avenue and Stanford’s Escondido Village (west of El Camino Real), College Terrace is a pedestrian-friendly community, which encourages neighbors to come out and say hello.

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A Family-Friendly Neighborhood Close to Excellent Palo Alto Amenities

Community Center, Palo Alto, CA

Community Center neighborhood is attractive to young families and empty-nesters alike. Bounded by Embarcadero Road, Middlefield Road, Channing Avenue, and Newell Road, the Community Center is named for its proximity to Palo Alto’s outstanding community-based attractions, which serve as excellent meeting points for neighbors to convene. From coffee shops and retail to parks and art centers, residents in Community Center are also within walking distance of great Palo Alto amenities

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Eclectic Architecture with a Strong Sense of Community

Crescent Park, Palo Alto, CA

Bounded by San Francisquito Creek, Channing Avenue, Middlefield Road, and Newell Road, Crescent Park is one of the hottest Palo Alto real estate markets. With a wide range of house styles and a community brought closer by mutual interests and concerns, Crescent Park is an excellent place for new families and young professional couples.

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An architecturally Diverse, Urban Neighborhood in Downtown Palo Alto.

Downtown North Palo Alto, CA

Lauded and loved for its diversity and modern sense of community, Downtown North is one of the most desirable places to live in Palo Alto, California.

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A Close-Knit Community of Involved Parents & Friendly Neighbors

Duveneck / St. Francis Neighborhood , Palo Alto, CA 

The Duveneck / St. Francis neighborhood, also known as Green Gables, offers slightly more affordable housing than surrounding Palo Alto neighborhoods but with the same quality and charm. Many residents move into Duveneck / St. Francis intending to stay only a couple years before moving on, but most end up staying for the rest of their lives once they fall in love with the community. With convenient access to Highway 101, commuting to San Jose or San Mateo or catching a Stanford sporting event is simple. Friendly neighbors, a tree in nearly every front yard, and entertaining community events all contribute to Duveneck/St. Francis’ pleasant quality of livability.

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A Touch of Wilderness in a Palo Alto Neighborhood

Esther Clark Park, Palo Alto, CA

Esther Clark Park is a pleasant place for Palo Alto residents looking to enjoy the mild climate and natural environment of Santa Clara County. Architecturally, the neighborhood is a blend between starter homes and stunning mansions, but everyone shares the same lush 21-acre backyard that is Esther Clark Park. Unpolluted by city lights or rushing through traffic, Esther Clark Park is an ideal neighborhood to enjoy indoor and outdoor comforts.

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A Nice Place to Raise a Family

Evergreen Park , Palo Alto, CA

Located between El Camino Real, Park Boulevard and Page Mill Road, Evergreen Park, Palo Alto is a family-friendly haven from speeding traffic and the fast-paced lifestyle of today’s society. Supported by the Evergreen Park Neighborhood Association, this community is constantly working towards creating a safe, peaceful environment for families to raise children. Many residents move into Evergreen Park as a starter community, but find themselves falling in love with the neighborhood and staying.

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Palo Alto’s Largest Tract of Eichler Homes

Fairmeadow, Palo Alto, CA

Eichlers, Eichlers, Eichlers! Lovers of the increasingly popular Eichler homes looking to move to Palo Alto need to look no further than Fairmeadow, the city’s largest tract of the California modern-styled Eichler houses. As well as appealing to those with refined architectural tastes, Fairmeadow also offers proximity to many amenities and a strong sense of community—perfect for anyone looking to start a family or settle down in Santa Clara County.

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 A Quiet Corner of Palo Alto Tucked Away from the Business of the City.

Greater Miranda, Palo Alto, CA 

While most of Palo Alto is bustling with commuters, traffic and business, Greater Miranda has an almost rural feel in its isolation. Arroyo Court, Miranda Green and Moana Court, form the neighborhood of Greater Miranda, its quiet residential streets leading to tree-lined cul-de-sacs that block out the sight of rushing traffic. With just the right balance of separation from the city and convenient access to its amenities, the Greater Miranda serves as an attractive place for families to settle down.

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A Pedestrian’s Paradise with the Perfect Blend of City & Country Living

Green Acres, Palo Alto, CA

Formerly covered by vast orchards, Green Acres retains its rustic charm as one of Palo Alto, California’s calmer, more low-key neighborhoods. With all the schools within walking distance and a safe, neighborly atmosphere, busy Green Acres parents enjoy the convenience of never having to drive their kids to school. Bicycle hobbyists and commuters also have easy access to city bike routes. Green Acres is also home to an ethnically diverse populace that provides a stimulating international environment for children to learn in.

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A Historic Eichler Tract w/ a Steadfast Sense of Community

Greenmeadow, Palo Alto, CA

As one of two Palo Alto neighborhoods that are part of the National Register of Historic Places, Greenmeadow is a piece of architectural history. Greenmeadow residents love their Eichler homes, and the community flourishes because of the mid-century vision of Joseph Eichler.

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Small Town Feel in Proximity to Palo Alto Schools

Leland Manor, Palo Alto, CA

Residents of these three distinct areas all feel the same way about their neighborhood: convenience, safety and outstanding neighbors make Leland Manor / Embarcadero Oaks / Garland Drive one of the best neighborhoods in Palo Alto. Families move to the area in order to be close to the Palo Alto schools, but find themselves loving the neighborhood itself just as much. With amenities within close walking distance, limited through traffic, and a strong sense of community, Leland Manor / Embarcadero Oaks / Garland Drive is a highly desirable place to live.

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A Neighborhood w/ an Eclectic Economic & Diverse Architecture

Midtown Palo Alto, CA 

Residents of Midtown, Palo Alto love the amenities that the neighborhood’s excellent location affords them. Bounded by Oregon Expressway, Alma Street, Highway 101 and Loma Verde Avenue, Midtown contains three parks, two shopping centers, two schools and even an ice-skating rink. Coupled with a healthy mix of diverse residents and home styles, Midtown proves to be one of the most interesting places to settle down in Palo Alto.

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A Secluded, Affordable Neighborhood in Southern Palo Alto

Monroe Park, Palo Alto, CA

Monroe Park is an anomaly in Palo Alto in that it is technically in Palo Alto, but is served by the Los Altos school district and partly lies in Mountain View. This multi-city neighborhood has a unique set of issues regarding schools, recreational programs and proximity to commercial zones and high-density housing. However, because of its seclusion, Monroe Park persists as a pleasant, quiet, safe and neighborly area for young families to live in.

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Charming Homes on Tree-Lined Streets in a Neighborhood Bursting with Character

Old Palo Alto, CA

Finding homes for sale in Old Palo Alto can be quite difficult, for one reason: once residents move in, they never want to leave! The vast majority of the homes are owner-occupied and residents range from young professionals raising new families to elderly couples. Old Palo Alto’s greatest asset is its pedestrian-friendly atmosphere, with tree-shaded streets and homes that are all singularly elegant. Old Palo Alto is located between Alma Street and Middlefield Road and Embarcadero Road and Oregon Expressway and has very little through-traffic.

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Wildlife & Gorgeous Views of the Silicon Valley

Palo Alto Hills, Palo Alto, CA 

Palo Alto, California real estate is exactly what you need in order to soak in the stunning scenery that Santa Clara County has to offer. Perched in the hills above Highway 280 and flanked by open space preserves, Palo Alto Hills is a neighborhood that lets you appreciate the natural beauty of California from your kitchen window or while entertaining on your deck.

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Quiet Cul-de-Sacs in a Post-World War II Neighborhood, that were Formerly Fruit Orchards

Palo Alto Orchards, Palo Alto, CA

Palo Alto Orchards’ name is the only remnant of the numerous fruit-bearing trees that once occupied this quiet Santa Clara County community in Palo Alto, California. Originally inhabited largely by World War II veterans during the baby boom, this neighborhood retains its family-friendly atmosphere.

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Desirable Eichler Homes in a Shady Canopy of Trees

Palo Verde Neighborhood, Palo Alto, CA

It’s no wonder why this neighborhood is named Palo Verde (the Spanish word for green). Residents of Palo Verde claim that the neighborhood feels 10 degrees cooler than the rest of Palo Alto on warm summer days, due to the vast canopy provided by the ash trees lining the quiet streets. Designed by Joseph Eichler, Palo Verde has wide cul-de-sacs and winding streets that are designed to reduce traffic and inspire a sense of community. The homes are also Eichler-designed, and, though once less popular in the past, are now very much in demand by gen X and Gen Y.

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A Gracious Historic District w/ Homes on Large Lots

Professorville, Palo Alto, Ca

Originally the Professorville neighborhood of Palo Alto got its name because it was where the first group of young professors at Stanford University settled when they accepted teaching positions with the then new Stanford University. The location was chosen because it was shortest walking or horseback riding distance across the fields that separated downtown Palo Alto on University Avenue from Stanford University.  With unique architecture and land plots as well as convenient proximity to downtown Palo Alto, Professorville is now one of Palo Alto’s most desirable neighborhoods.

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A Friendly Neighborhood Nestled Next to Stanford University

Southgate, Palo Alto, CA

Southgate was previously owned by the Stanford family and is located at the southern entrance to Stanford University. The community is awash in neighborly goodwill, as many newcomers are greeted with welcome cards and invitations to make new friends. Aside from the warmth of its residents, Southgate’s greatest asset is its convenient location in proximity to the Caltrain, Churchill Avenue, Park Boulevard and El Camino Real. Children can walk to school and adults can shop, attend sporting events, and reach public transportation all without even starting the car.

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A Quiet, Pedestrian-Friendly Neighborhood Ideal for Raising a Family

St. Claire Gardens, Palo Alto, CA

Though admittedly a bit on the pricey side for South Palo Alto, St. Claire Gardens attracts many newcomers with its quiet streets and convenient location. St. Claire Gardens is located south of Midtown between Loma Verde Avenue and East Meadow Drive with a unique street layout that promotes safety and community while staving off most of the heavy through traffic. Coupled with its proximity to the parks and schools, St. Claire Gardens is easily one of the most family-friendly neighborhoods in Palo Alto.

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A Sociable Neighborhood w/ a Small-Village Feeling

Triple El, Palo Alto, CA 

Triple El is Palo Alto’s most character-filled neighborhoods, boasting Eichler homes and a row of 45 Chinese elm trees along Elsinore Drive the likes of which are found no where else in California. Residents enjoy the exposure to diverse international cultures—including denizens of French, American, Chinese, Swiss, Canadian, Moroccan, Japanese, and Korean descents—that shapes a healthy worldview for children in a safe environment. Triple El is also filled with social life and hospitable, welcoming neighbors.

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A Pedestrian-Friendly Neighborhood w/ a Historic Feel

University South, Palo Alto, CA

The University South neighborhood of Palo Alto is similar to the Downtown North neighborhood in that it has a variety of housing types from historical clapboard and Victorian homes built in the 1890’s to ultra modern condominiums built within the past few years such as 800 High Street. The University South area is very desirable due to its close proximity to the thriving downtown Palo Alto restaurant and shopping district on University Avenue, and the prices per square foot reflect this.

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Convenient Location & Affordable Condos and Homes

Ventura Neighborhood, Palo Alto, CA

Ventura is more accessible to young families looking to move to Palo Alto to take advantage of its excellent school system. With affordable housing, a convenient location and a strong sense of community, Ventura is recognized as one of Palo Alto’s up and coming neighborhoods.

 

 

 

 

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