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Midtown Palo Alto

Midtown Palo Alto

Neighborhood in Palo Alto, California

Santa Clara County 94301, 94303, 94306

$3,482,933 Average Value
$1,877 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

One of California's top places to live

In the heart of Silicon Valley and ranked by Niche as one of the best places to live in California, Midtown Palo Alto treats residents to highly ranked schools, a vibrant shopping and dining scene, Stanford University and luxury homes. “Palo Alto is hugely in demand, and Midtown gives people looking at this area something accessible but also right in line with what they expect from Palo Alto,” says Susanne Gibson, a Palo Alto property manager and longtime resident. “It’s as homey as it is stylish.” One of the Bay Area’s most highly coveted neighborhoods, this quiet suburb offers easy access to downtown, a quaint business district and much more.

From French-inspired estates to Spanish-Mediterranean abodes

These tree-lined streets scream California modern, with contemporary designs detailed with eccentric styles peppering the landscape. Midtown offers Spanish-Mediterranean-style homes, bungalows, ranch-style homes, French-inspired estates and condos. Most homes were built in the 1950s, ranging from $845,000 to $6 million, but there’s also a large portion of modern homes built in the last several years. Condos range from $885,000 in the Oregon Green development to $1.7 million in the Woodcrest Palo Alto subdivision. Midtown homes, most of which are solar powered, offer multi-car garages and a mix of leafy, lush lawns and desert landscaping, with beautifully maintained yards adorned with plants, garden beds and winding stone pathways.

Two story homes with giant palm trees beautify this neighborhood in Midtown Palo Alto.
Two story homes with giant palm trees beautify this neighborhood in Midtown Palo Alto.
Xeriscape surrounds this white stucco home with a red clay roof.
Xeriscape surrounds this white stucco home with a red clay roof.
This two story yellow and red home in Midtown has a banana tree in the front yard.
This two story yellow and red home in Midtown has a banana tree in the front yard.
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Making moves in Midtown

Bordered by the Oregon Expressway and U.S. Route 101, residents can conveniently get around the city, including Stanford University and the Palo Alto Airport, both only a 2-mile drive. Downtown Palo Alto is just a short drive away, which residents can access via Middlefield Road or the nearby California Avenue Caltrain station, getting locals around the region.

Froms skate and dog parks to nature preserves

Midtown’s green spaces and unique natural areas are also a big part of its appeal. The 22-acre Greer Park is perfect for hikers or joggers with its long trails, and thrill seekers can shred some payment at its skatepark. At Shoreline Park, a nature preserve and one of the region’s biggest attractions, residents paddle around the lake, fly a kite, let furry companions play in the dog park or catch a show at the famous Shoreline Amphitheater, which attracts some of the biggest names in music and hosts numerous festivals throughout the year. Golf lovers can practice their swing at Shoreline Golf Links, a championship 18-hole course with equal parts beauty and challenge. Let the kids play or shoot hoops at Henry W. Seale Park, or for a serene escape into nature, head to Baylands Nature Preserve, nearly 2,000 acres of undisturbed marshland. One of the best sites for birdwatching, Baylands also boasts a duck pond, a sailing station and an art park.

Every inch of the bowl at Greer Park Skatepark is covered in teal and colorful graffiti.
Every inch of the bowl at Greer Park Skatepark is covered in teal and colorful graffiti.
Locals play a friendly game of soccer at Greer Soccer Field.
Locals play a friendly game of soccer at Greer Soccer Field.
Wood sign at Baylands Nature Preserve stands out against golden grass.
Wood sign at Baylands Nature Preserve stands out against golden grass.
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Cuisine for every palate

While Downtown Palo Alto is conveniently nearby, Midtown has a diverse selection of cuisine for every palate, mainly along California State Route 82. Fuel up in the morning at Palo Alto Café, which serves coffee sourced from around the world, along with sandwiches and smoothies. INDO Restaurant and Lounge is a local favorite, blending traditional Southeast Asian flavors with California classics. Or head to the San Antonio Center, a shopping center that offers Target, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, CVS, and Pacific Catch, an upscale Seafood restaurant. For nighttime fun, head to the iconic neoclassical Persian-style Stanford Theatre for old Hollywood classics and sip drinks at The Rose & Crown, a laid-back pub offering whiskeys, craft beers and games.

The entrance at Stanford Theatre is a nod to the past with its detailed architecture and vintage
The entrance at Stanford Theatre is a nod to the past with its detailed architecture and vintage
Teeming with plants and black and wood details, Local Union 271 is a beautiful place to grab a b
Teeming with plants and black and wood details, Local Union 271 is a beautiful place to grab a b
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Top marks for Palo Alto Unified Schools

The Palo Alto Unified School District serves Midtown Palo Alto and is ranked the No. 1 best district in California by Niche. Students attend El Carmelo Elementary School, which received an A-plus from Niche and offers STEM programs, ice skating parties, and an annual community picnic. Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School also received an A-plus from Niche and is ranked the No. 1 best middle school in the San Francisco Bay area. Ranked the No. 1 high school in the San Francisco Bay area by Niche and earning an overall A-plus, Henry M. Gunn High offers water polo and tennis teams, aeronautics and robotics clubs and career technical education. Area students can also attend Palo Alto High School, which sits in the shadow of Stanford University’s sprawling campus.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

19 min drive

Bus

Louis & Fielding

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Middlefield & Loma Verde

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Louis & Amarillo

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Middlefield & Matadero

Bus

Louis & Loma Verde

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Louis & Elbridge

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Middlefield & Colorado

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Midtown Palo Alto US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$3,500,000
Median Single Family Price
$3,610,000
Median Townhouse Price
$2,033,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$770,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,877
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
130
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$2,993,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,653
Median Year Built
1953
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,804
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,570
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,199
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
874
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Friday, Apr 25
    9:30am - 1pm

    924 Sycamore Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94303

    $2,980,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,412 Sq Ft
    • 924 Sycamore Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    This property presents an unparalleled opportunity to own a move-in-ready starter home on a calm, private cul de sac in desirable Midtown. Upgrades have been generously added inside and out, while the prime location is only moments from top Palo Alto destinations. The inviting exterior reveals bright, open living and dining areas flowing through French doors into the backyards paver terrace.

    Xin Jiang Compass

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1:30 - 4:30pm

    2441 Greer Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

    $3,398,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,958 Sq Ft
    • 2441 Greer Rd
    • New 1 day ago

    Welcome to 2441 Greer Road, a stunning example of mid-century modern design nestled in one of Palo Alto's most sought-after neighborhoods. This ideal private cul-de-sac location provides easy access to highway 101, Ohlone Elementary school, and the rest of Silicon Valley. This beautifully updated Eichler home offers approximately 1,958 sq ft of light-filled living space on a generous 9,100 sq ft

    Susan Kramer Intero Real Estate Services

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 4pm

    2466 W Bayshore Rd Unit 5, Palo Alto, CA 94303

    $849,880

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 906 Sq Ft
    • 2466 W Bayshore Rd
    • Unit 5
    • New 12 days ago

    **Modern Elegance Meets Unparalleled Convenience in the Heart of Palo Alto** Welcome home in the tranquil community of Oregon Green in Palo Alto, CA!.**Stylish Renovations:** Every corner of this home reflects modern sophistication, thanks to a renovation in 2023 by a bonded, licensed contracting/construction company. The kitchen is a standout feature, with quartz countertops, modern cabinets,

    Susan Stark Susan Stark, Broker

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
10,175
Median Age
41
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$216,456
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$216,765

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
76%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
53.4%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

96 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

26 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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